Frequently Asked Questions: Mommy Makeover Dr. John Zavell http://www.johnzavellmd.com/
1. What is a Mommy Makeover? A mommy makeover is a common term referring to procedures performed by a Plastic Surgeon that are designed to help restore a woman’s body to her prepregnancy appearance 2. What are the most common procedures performed on a Mommy Makeover? A tummy tuck either alone or in combination with a breast lift 3. Can a tummy tuck, a breast augmentation and a liposuction be performed in one surgery? Yes, and safely performed 4. What is the minimum recovery time for a Mommy Makeover? Depending upon the makeover, from as little to a few weeks up to 6-8 weeks 5. What are the most common complications seen with mommy makeover?Complications are few but most commonly include slow resolution of swelling and incisional tenderness 6. What is the best way to prepare for a Mommy Makeover? A thorough discussion with your board certified Plastic Surgeon about what your makeover will consist of and, since you are a mother, a support system in place a home to help with your child/children in the immediate post- operative period 7. If I’m planning to have more kids should I wait to have a Mommy Makeover? Probably, but that will depend upon when you expect to have more children and what you would like done in your makeover
8. How sever e is the pain after a Mommy Makeover? That entirely depends upon what your makeover entails. If your planned procedures require muscle tightening, then the pain is similar to that experienced by a C-section. Most ladies do not experience severe pain and would repeat the procedure to obtain their results 9. How long before I can see results? Breast and belly results are often seen immediately, although the final look may take a few months. Liposuction requires patience and may take several months 10. What type of scarring should be expected after a Mommy Makeover? The more tightening and/or lifting that is required, then the longer the scars. These scars can be thin and often become difficult to see as they mature 11. How much time should I plan on taking off for a Mommy Makeover? This is job dependent and can range from as little as 2 weeks (for a “desk job�) to as long as 6-8 weeks, especially if your job is physically demanding
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