Would I benefit from a mommy makeover? 60 lbs down, last pregnancy was over 9 years ago. (photos)

Hello, Based off your photos alone, it appears you would be a candidate for a bilateral breast reduction (wise pattern or anchor pattern incision), standard abdominoplasty with rectus plication (muscle tightening) and liposuction to your bilateral flanks. This can be performed as a combination surgery or breast and abdominal surgeries could be performed separately. Insurance may cover a portion of the breast reduction, but that is dependent on several clinical factors and your individual insurance plan. Dr. Bauermeister

Based on your photos alone, you appear to be an excellent candidate for a "mommy makeover," which is a combination of procedures designed to restore the body after pregnancy and significant weight loss. For your breasts, a breast reduction (which includes a lift) is an excellent option. This would address the sagging and excess tissue, lifting the breasts and reshaping them to restore a more youthful appearance. If you're experiencing neck or back pain due to the weight of your breasts, there’s a chance that insurance could cover part of the breast reduction portion of the procedure.
In addition, an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) would address the excess skin in your abdominal area, often a concern after significant weight loss. This procedure would remove the loose skin and tighten the abdominal muscles, providing a flatter, smoother stomach. Liposuction can also be used to contour the flanks (sides of the abdomen) and the back, helping to further sculpt your body and create a more defined hourglass figure.
It is important to note that if you plan to lose more weight, it's advised to reach your weight goal before undergoing surgery to ensure the best possible results. While the tummy tuck and liposuction are typically considered cosmetic and may not be covered by insurance, the breast reduction could potentially be covered if it is deemed medically necessary.
If the full mommy makeover is outside your budget, you might consider breaking the procedures into two separate surgeries. Additionally, there may be financing options to help manage the cost. Scheduling a consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon is the best way to determine the most suitable approach for your specific needs and goals..
Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHSHarvard, Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonNew York, New York

Yes a breast reduction would help for symmetry and lifting. Doing both the breast and abdominoplasty with liposuction would be optimal. Congratulations on the weight loss. After the abdominoplasty you will loose further weight. Insurance would not cover the breast because they are not big enough. You can do financing like care-credit, they offer great plans. Be careful of the financing plans with high interest rates..

Hi & thanks for your question!
I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified surgeon to discuss your options. Insurance will not cover these procedures, they are considered cosmetic. Best wishes!

Hello and congratulations on your weight loss. You are an absolutely a perfect candidate for a mommy makeover. I think you would benefit from a breast lift or a breast reduction. A breast reduction may be covered depending on your insurance company requirements. You could also benefit from an abdominoplasty and possibly lipo suction. Unfortunately neither of those procedures will be covered.
Best of Luck!
Dr. Julia Spears!

Congratulations to your weight loss. Based on your pictures, I think you would be a great candidate for a full lipoabdominoplasty with tightening of the muscles, 360 liposuction of your back. This will contour very nicely your midsection. Depending on what you are looking for as an outcome of your breast, you will have several options, you should discuss with your plastic surgeon. A breast lift for example with autoaugmentation (i.e using your own tissue to make the breast perkier) could be a great option. I hope this helps you to find the best solution for you.

Hi,
Thank you for the question.
First of all, congratulations on your weight loss! If you plan to lose additional weight, I would recommend to do it prior to surgery for the best cosmetic results.
Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for a mommy makeover surgery, including breast reduction/breast lift and a fully tummy tuck with liposuction. Liposuction of your abdomen and flanks can help create the hourglass figure, and tummy tuck will address the excess skin below belly button and help achieve a flat abdominal contour.
You also appear to be a good candidate for a small breast reduction/ breast lift which will put your nipples into the correct position, make the areola smaller and allow excess skin to be taken away, giving you a more youthful, firmer and lifted breast appearance. Some people are a little apprehensive to the full breast lift due to the scars , but typically they do very well and scars fade over time.
I would recommend an in person evaluation by the Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to evaluate the thickness of your skin and status of your muscles
I hope this helps.Best regards, Dr. Karanetz
Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

Yes, you would benefit from a mommy makeover. I would begin with your breasts using The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. At the same time or later, a tummy tuck can be performed. If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight. After these have been completed, you will need a circumferential extension of the tummy tuck. You would also benefit from a back lift.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Thanks for your question. From your pictures, it seems like you're a good candidate for a mommy makeover that includes a breast reduction and tummy tuck. You would just need to meet the body mass index (BMI) requirement. At our office, the max BMI limit is 33 for a mommy makeover. That said, you can have the two procedures done separately if you did not budget for them together. I recommend you schedule a consult for a proper evaluation. Make sure your surgeon you choose has extensive experience with mommy makeovers and clean credentials. Always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Take care, Moises Salama MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Thank you for your question regarding a mommy makeover and for including photos. That is very helpful!

First of all, a big congrats to you for losing 60 pounds! That is incredible!

From the photos that you shared, it appears that you would be a great candidate for a mommy makeover.

An abdominoplasty will address the "hanging stomach" that you referred to along with diastasis (if any) from pregnancy.

Depending on your goals would help determine which breast procedures would be best for you. You can certainly talk with your surgeon about a reduction. A reduction could also address your asymmetry.

To be sure, see two or more experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have a mommy makeover.

Hope this helps!