Pregnancy and childbirth are amazing processes that allow a woman to bring new life into the world. However, they can also take a toll on a woman's body. A Mommy Makeover is the term used to describe a combination of procedures designed to restore the pre-pregnancy shape of a woman's body.
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A mommy makeover is a cosmetic surgery procedure that typically combines various treatments to address post-pregnancy body changes, such as breast and abdominal rejuvenation, often performed in a single surgery.
50-year-old patient who underwent a breast reduction and abdominoplasty with liposuction and muscle plication.
Good candidates for this procedure are:
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Dr. Amita Shah is renowned as one of the most talented and highly trained plastic surgeons in San Antonio and nationwide. She specializes in breast and body aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries, utilizing the latest techniques to achieve outstanding patient results.
Board-Certified Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr. Farber's expertise in reconstructive procedures ensures that patients receive comprehensive care, addressing both aesthetic desires and functional needs with precision and artistry. He performs tummy tucks, liposuction, and body lifts, focusing on sculpting and refining the body's silhouette.
A mommy makeover typically includes multiple procedures combined into one surgery. Common procedures in a mommy makeover can include a tummy tuck, breast augmentation, breast lift, liposuction, and sometimes other body contouring. By consolidating these procedures into a single surgery, patients can reduce their overall recovery time. Two board-certified plastic surgeons often perform the surgery together to ensure safety and efficiency, avoiding the need for overnight stays or extended care.
The procedure may take place at an accredited ambulatory surgical center, or at a hospital on an outpatient basis. The choice of location is based on many factors including your safety and quality of care.
After a mommy makeover, most patients can go home the same day. If we are doing an excision of a large amount of skin or additional procedures, you may need to stay overnight in the hospital or surgical center.
When you consult with our board-certified plastic surgeon, they will go over all your options and provide you with their professional recommendations. In general, a mommy makeover is a good option if you meet the following criteria:
Additionally:
A mommy makeover is a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance.
While a mommy makeover can improve skin tightness, stretch marks may be partially reduced but not completely removed.
Recovery typically takes 4-6 weeks, depending on the combination of procedures performed.
Most women can still breastfeed after a mommy makeover, though some changes in breast sensitivity or milk supply are possible. If you are planning to breastfeed in the future, it is important to discuss this during your initial consultation here at Hill Country Plastic Surgery.
Strenuous exercise should be avoided for at least 6 weeks, with a gradual return based on Dr. Farber or Dr. Shah’s recommendations.
Combining surgeries can reduce overall recovery time, minimize costs, and achieve more comprehensive results in a single procedure.
Not fully, but for some, correcting weakened abdominal muscles can improve posture and core strength.
Yes, some patients may opt for non-surgical options like laser treatments or injectables alongside surgical procedures.
There is no strict age limit, but candidates should be in good health and realistic about what surgeries can achieve.
Preparation includes maintaining a stable weight, eating healthy (higher protein diet), exercising, quitting smoking, and following pre-operative instructions provided by the surgeons of Hill Country Plastic Surgery.
The risks of the procedure are the same as those associated with breast surgeries and abdominoplasties. These include:
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