How do I find a good plastic surgeon in Mexico who performs a Mommy Makeover?

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I have been seriously wanting the fat under my arms removed and wondered the recovery time. I also want a tummy tuck and lipo to remove fat from back and sides. I've been looking at this site for several months and not sure of terminology, i.e. Mommy Makeover or breast augmentation and extended tummy tuck. I am 63 years old, 5'3", approx 155 lbs

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD · Answer

Thank you very much for your
question. Unfortunately, there are several risks involved with going out of the
country for a plastic surgery procedure. To ensure your safety, both during the
procedure, and during your recovery period, only choose a board certified
plastic surgeon to perform your Mommy Makeover. A surgeon outside of the United
States does not necessarily have the required education or training that you
will find at home. There also may not be an overseeing board to monitor ethical
physician behavior. Keep in mind, you are also at a disadvantage by not having
a doctor who can closely monitor your recovery progress, or assist should an
emergency arise. I recommend that you look for a board certified plastic
surgeon in your area and schedule a consultation. At this time, he/she will
discuss the cost and your potential payment options. You may be surprised that
the slightly higher cost of a Mommy Makeover in the United States is still less
expensive than you think.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Far more important than deciding if MM is for you is the skill and experience of your plastic surgeon. Choose your surgeon rather than the technique and let him explain why one technique may be better than another and if you need a tummy tuck. Many board certified plastic surgeons provide a free first time consult and you should take advantage of that! 
A woman’s body can be unexpectedly altered nearly from head-to-toe after pregnancy and childbirth. Mommy makeover procedures are varied yet specific, allowing you to restore and rejuvenate your body to a youthful, healthier look, regardless of how you have been affected by pregnancy.
Mommy makeover procedures include:
Breast augmentation: After pregnancy, a woman’s breasts may change dramatically, whether or not she even chooses to breastfeed her child. After the need for breastmilk production passes, breasts will often reduce in size but leave excess loose skin, especially in the upper region. Breast augmentation can restore a woman’s breasts to her ideal shape and size. Breast lift:Removing excess skin around the breasts following a pregnancy can tighten and visibly lift the breast. Depending the amount of “lifting” required, the incisions necessary to complete the procedure may vary but are generally low. Tummy tuck:Most women will experience a noticeable change to their abdominal region after pregnancy, either caused by excess skin and increased body fat, or a weakening of the muscles that causes the stomach to sag. Another common condition is a protruding bellybutton. All of these alterations can be improved and restored through a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty. In some cases, stretch marks can be eliminated entirely, or the bellybutton can be removed through umbilicoplasty. Liposuction: Pregnant or nursing women can experience fat build ups in new locations throughout their bodies, including the stomach, hips, legs, and arms. Liposuction is an easy and effective way to address these extra fat pockets. We can also help you figure out if diet and exercise used in conjunction with liposuction will be to your benefit. Labiaplasty: The birth canal undergoes great stress and pressure when giving birth, sometimes causing tears or damage to the labia and vagina. Labiaplasty and vaginal tightening are two outpatient procedures we can use to restore the elasticity and strength of your labia and vagina. Skin pigment correction: Sometimes called “the mask of pregnancy,” discolored splotches of brown and red often appear on a pregnant woman’s face. Our skin aesthetician from BioSpa, our clinical skin care department, can use laser treatments, chemical peels, gradual bleaching, and other gentle yet effective techniques to correct alterations in your skin pigmentation. Varicose vein removal: Darkened and thickened veins that arise during pregnancy may be distracting, unpleasant, and permanent. Talk to our team about varicose vein removal and reduction procedures, including lasers, injections, and minimal outpatient surgery options. Using a combination of operations and procedures is also highly recommended. Not only will you likely reduce the overall cost of your mommy makeover, but you reduce the amount of anesthetics and the recovery time needed after procedures. Ask our team about how you can combine operations into the least number of visits possible.
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Robert Heck, MD, FACS · Answer

I would not recommend going to Mexico for any surgical procedure. You live in Arizona? There are many board certified plastic surgeons in your area and you're able to see in the USA where they trained and went to school as well as their certifications. I would not even advise trying to figure out who to go to in Mexico. Medical Tourism will cost you in the end in complications and lack of safety. Hope you make the right decision to stay in the US. Best of Luck.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hi Sandy.There's no way I could recommend a surgeon in Mexico for you. Surgical tourism is a bad idea, especially if you have serious complications. Why don't you make a consultation with a plastic surgeon in Scottsdale. I believe, you will receive better care and have a better outcome than going to Mexico. See my photo link below for samples of my work.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO :)

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Finding the proper surgeon is critical to the success of your revision mommy makeover. You need to find a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery who specializes in body contouring procedures. The ASPS website will provide a list of properly trained surgeons in your area. You should go on several consultations and see who has experience treating revisions similar to your case. Ask to see a lot of before and after pictures of their work. Hope this helps.

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