What is a “Mommy Makeover”?

A mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures.

A “mommy makeover” is designed to address the physical changes that occur after pregnancy and childbirth. Common mommy makeover procedures include breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy tuck, and liposuction.

Procedures Typically Included in a Mommy Makeover:

1. Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty):
   • Purpose: To remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the muscles that might have separated during pregnancy (diastasis recti).
   • Procedure: An incision is made across the lower abdomen, allowing for the removal of excess skin and fat, and the tightening of the abdominal muscles. The navel might be repositioned.
2. Breast Procedures:
   • Breast Lift (Mastopexy): To address sagging or drooping breasts, the breasts are lifted and reshaped, which often involves removing extra skin but might not include implants.
   • Breast Augmentation: If a woman desires fuller breasts or if there’s volume loss due to breastfeeding, implants can be used to restore or enhance volume.
   • Breast Reduction: For those with overly large or heavy breasts post-pregnancy, reducing breast size can alleviate back, neck, and shoulder pain, improving overall comfort.
3. Liposuction:
   • Purpose: To remove stubborn fat deposits that do not respond well to diet and exercise, particularly in areas like the thighs, hips, back, or arms.
   • Procedure: Small incisions are made to insert a cannula that suctions out fat, contouring the body.
4. Vaginal Rejuvenation or Labiaplasty:
   • Sometimes included to address changes in the vaginal area, either for cosmetic reasons or to improve comfort.

Benefits of a Mommy Makeover:

• Restoration of Body Shape: Helps to restore the body’s pre-pregnancy contour, addressing sagging skin, loose muscles, and volume loss in the breasts.
• Increased Confidence: Many women report a significant boost in self-esteem and body image post-surgery.
• Physical Comfort: Procedures like breast reduction or a tummy tuck can relieve physical discomforts associated with post-pregnancy body changes.
• Customization: The makeover can be tailored to the specific needs and desires of the individual, focusing on the areas of most concern.

Considerations Before Undergoing a Mommy Makeover:

• Health Status: Good general health is paramount. Conditions like diabetes or heart disease need to be well-managed or cleared by a physician before surgery.
• Childbearing Plans: Women should ideally have completed their family, as additional pregnancies can undo some of the surgical results, particularly around the abdomen.
• Realistic Expectations: Understanding what surgery can and cannot achieve is crucial. No surgery can turn back time or completely restore the body to its pre-pregnancy state in every aspect.
• Recovery Time: This is a significant surgery, often involving multiple procedures at once, which means a substantial recovery period.

Recovery Process:

• Immediate Post-Op: Patients usually stay in the hospital or surgical center for one to two nights. Pain, swelling, and bruising are common but managed with medication.
• First Few Weeks: Compression garments are worn to minimize swelling and support healing tissues. Activities are restricted, with a gradual return to light activities around 2-4 weeks.
• Long-term Recovery: Full recovery can take 6 months to a year, especially for internal healing like muscle repair. Patients are advised to avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activity for several weeks to months.
• Scarring: All surgery leaves scars, but those from a mommy makeover are often strategically placed to be as inconspicuous as possible, fading over time.

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Conclusion:

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Dr. Jeanette Padgett, MD FACS is a Plastic Surgeon in Oklahoma City.  She offers a variety of plastic surgeries including Breast Augmentation, Liposuction, Breast Lift, Tummy Tuck, Face lift, Eyelid lift, Mommy Makeover, Implants and Breast Reductions to name a few.  She strives to help you look your best with cosmetic surgery and with skin rejuvenation products such as Skinfinity Treatments, MicroPen Treatments, Botox, Juvederm, and DermaMedics skincare.