Mommy Makeover
Restore Your Pre-Baby Body
Overview
A mommy makeover is typically a collection of different surgical procedures designed to help you get your body back after you are finished with pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. They can include a combination of (or all of) the following procedures:
- Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)
- Liposuction
- Breast lift (mastopexy)
- Breast augmentation (implant)
Mommy Makeover Benefits
- Can surgically address the skin laxity that does not “bounce back” after the effects of pregnancy and childbirth
- Can address and tighten the muscle separation in the rectus abdominis muscles (diastasis) that happens during pregnancy
- Can surgically address/remove sagging skin
- Can surgically correct sagging or ptotic breasts
- Can add volume to otherwise deflated breasts
- Can combine both a lift and a volume procedure for the breasts
- Can use liposuction to target excess body fat that wouldn’t be addressed with the tummy tuck
Consultation
- During your mommy makeover consultation, Dr. Cho will assess your current medical history, including medications, vitamins and herbal supplements you take, alcohol, tobacco, and drug use
- Review prior surgeries you’ve had
- Discuss your surgical goals
- A full physical examination including assessing your lower abdominal skin laxity, looking for separation of the rectus muscles (diastasis recti), and assess for any abdominal wall or groin hernia
- She will assess any excess subcutaneous fat around your sides, flanks, or back that could be targeted with liposuction
- Finally, she will examine your breasts, including taking standardized measurements that will help in a discussion regarding your postoperative goals
- Your safety with all procedures will always be the first priority
- Photographs may be taken
- Discuss risks, benefits, and alternatives of all your options
- Discuss potential complications
- Have time to review and sign a surgical consent form
Pre- and Post-Op Care
- Do not take any blood thinning medications for 1 week before surgery, including aspirin, NSAIDs, ibuprofen/motrin, naproxen (also, avoid any herbal supplements or vitamins which can prolong bleeding)
- Do not smoke, vape, or take nicotine-containing products before or after your surgery as they can impair the healing process
- You will typically be allowed to sponge bathe, but do not shower until the drains come out or until cleared by Dr. Cho
- Wear your binder/compression garments at all times if possible
- Take medications as directed
- Avoid heavy lifting as directed by your surgeon
- Come to all postoperative visits as scheduled
Recovery
- After surgery, there will be specific dressings and bandages to be left in place
- You may have one or two small clear silicone tubes (“drains”) which may help drain excess fluid following a tummy tuck - you will be taught how to maintain and empty these and keep an accurate record of the drainage
- You may have an abdominal binder and/or additional compression garments that are designed to help minimize swelling following surgery
- You will be given specific instructions for medications to take to both control your pain and aid in healing or reduce the risk of infection
Ideal Candidate
- Adults with significant lower abdominal skin and/or muscle laxity
- Adults with breast laxity or sagging skin
- Adults of any age whose weight is relatively stable and who are not significantly overweight
- Healthy individuals without medical conditions that impair healing or increase risk of surgery
- Nonsmokers
- Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic expectations
- No plans for future pregnancies
Patient Review
Dr. Cho is the best in my experience. She has done amazing work and [I'm] ecstatic with the results! Re-construction of my partial mastectomy resulted back close to my original symmetry. At the same time [as a] mommy makeover! I love it and... See full review
O. O. / Mommy Makeover Patient
Surgery is a Big Decision
We are here to answer any questions you have and help you determine the right choice for you. If you are considering surgery, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Cho today. She would be honored to discuss your goals and help you achieve the look you desire.