Many women experience physical changes after giving birth. Some find it challenging to get rid of loose skin and fat that results from pregnancy. Thankfully, there are many ways to customize a Mommy Makeover. This blog will go over Mommy Makeover procedure options to help potential patients understand the many ways they can achieve their desired results.
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What Is Included in a Mommy Makeover?
Mommy Makeovers are, by nature, customized procedures. Each patient gets the opportunity to choose the combination of body contouring procedures that best suits her needs and anatomy. Because pregnancy and childbirth can affect a woman’s body in specific ways (primarily the breasts and abdomen), there are a few standby procedures that are almost always included in a Mommy Makeover, but the combination of procedures you choose is ultimately up to you!
Abdominoplasty or a tummy tuck is like the gold standard of post-pregnancy procedures because most new mothers experience separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) and loose, stretched skin. A tummy tuck allows your surgeon to surgically tighten the abdomen for a flat, tightened tummy, as well as remove excess skin that’s otherwise impossible to remove with diet and exercise alone.
Additionally, most patients choose some form of breast enhancement surgery for their Mommy Makeovers. Breastfeeding, hormonal changes, and weight fluctuations all take their toll on a woman’s breasts in some way; some women lose volume in their breasts, others end up with stretched breasts and distorted nipples, some a combination of both. Breast augmentation, breast lifts, or a combination of the two surgeries are very common options.
Below, we’ll detail popular Mommy Makeover surgery combinations to illustrate possible options so you can decide what’s best for you and your body.
Tummy Tuck With Breast Augmentation
Some women gain excess weight when pregnant, while others can develop loose skin around their midsection as it becomes stretched to accommodate the baby. In addition, many women experience deflated, sagging breasts after breastfeeding. If you struggle to get rid of loose skin and stubborn fat in your belly and want to restore a perkier bustline, you can combine a tummy tuck with breast augmentation.
A standard or extended tummy tuck can create a contoured, slimmer waistline, while breast augmentation can restore the shape of your pre-pregnancy breasts. This combination procedure is a popular choice for Mommy Makeover patients as it creates comprehensive, seamless results.
Tummy Tuck With Breast Lift
Some women don’t necessarily want larger breasts after pregnancy. For women who have loose skin and sagging breasts but are happy with the size of their breasts, combining a tummy tuck with a breast lift is an excellent option. Breast lift surgery doesn’t require implants, making it an appealing option for patients who desire a perkier bustline without added volume.
Tummy Tuck With Breast Reduction
For women who struggle with having large breasts and loose skin in the abdomen, getting a tummy tuck along with breast reduction surgery is a popular Mommy Makeover combination. You may be a good candidate if your breasts look disproportionate and you experience back or shoulder pain due to your overly large breasts. During your breast reduction, your surgeon can remove excess skin and tissue for a moderate lift to the breast’s position on the chest.
Liposuction With Breast Augmentation
Pregnancy can leave stubborn fat and changes in your body that are hard to reverse with diet and exercise. Liposuction is a popular Mommy Makeover procedure because it eliminates stubborn fat deposits, creates a more defined body contour, and sculpts a more proportionate body shape. Dr. Jason Jack and Dr. Rob Oliver offer both power-assisted liposuction (PAL) and tumescent liposuction with breast augmentation to help their patients meet their Mommy Makeover goals.
Liposuction With Breast Lift
If you’ve been trying hard to get rid of unwanted fat deposits and your breasts have started to sag from breastfeeding, consider getting a Mommy Makeover that includes liposuction and a breast lift. Liposuction can remove stubborn fat in your abdomen, thigh, buttocks, and arms. At the same time, a lift can restore your breasts to a perkier position.
Liposuction With Breast Reduction
Another popular Mommy Makeover option is combining liposuction and breast reduction. This combination is perfect for women with unwanted fat in several areas, including the waist, thighs, love handles, and arms, and women with overly large breasts. The liposuction procedure, along with breast reduction surgery, can restore your self-confidence and body shape.
Interested in a Mommy Makeover in Birmingham, AL?
Please consult with our board-certified surgeons today so we can recommend the right combination for your Mommy Makeover. Contact us today at (205) 298-8660 or complete our online contact form to schedule a consultation.