Mommy Makeover Miami

A Mommy Makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures that target the most common areas of the body affected by pregnancy including the breasts, abdomen and buttocks. It is designed to help moms, who do not plan on having more children, return to their pre-pregnancy shape and contour.

Several surgical procedures can be combined in a Mommy Makeover. Typically the procedures involved are a Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty) with a Breast Augmentation and/or Breast Lift. The Brazilian Butt Lift can also be combined with a Tummy Tuck in a Mommy Makeover. These techniques are designed to address sagging breasts, excess skin, and other common concerns. That said, other approaches can be used to optimize your individual objectives. You and Dr. Salama, together, will determine the appropriate Mommy Makeover procedures for you.

Some of the options that can be combined to make a Mommy Makeover are:

• Abdominoplasty
• Liposuction
• Body Lift
• Breast Lift
• Breast Augmentation
• Breast Reduction
• Brazilian Butt Lift
• Non-surgical Cosmetic Treatments

Dr. Salama and you will talk about the options you’re interested in and what procedures can provide the results you’re looking for. This collaborative process is designed to help you become well informed about your choices and allow you to make the best decision for your needs and goals.

Abdominal enhancement may be part of your mommy makeover with tummy tuck surgery. Abdominoplasty is meant for patients whose abdominal skin has stretched beyond its elasticity and cannot regain it’s original shape with diet and exercise. It will help flatten and contour the abdomen. A traditional tummy tuck involves the removal of excess skin and fat of the abdomen and tightening of the abdominal muscles. Not only will it correct that protruding stomach, but it will also improve stretch marks, removing all that lie below the navel area – in the area which is typically removed. There’s also the option of a mini Tummy Tuck, which targets a smaller segment of excess skin below the navel and does not involve muscle tightening.

A Mommy Makeover typically includes some type of breast enhancement procedure such as a Breast Augmentation or Breast Lift. Many women have to get both due to excess skin.

BREAST AUGMENTATION

Breast Augmentation or Mammoplasty uses breast implants to increase the size of your breasts and add volume that may have been lost due to weight loss or pregnancy. The breast implants can be either saline or silicone gel.

There are various incision options for Breast Augmentation. The incision depends on the body type of the patient, the location of the implant and the recommendation of your doctor. Dr. Salama typically prefers an inframammary incision, which is made underneath the inframammary fold or a periareolar incision, which borders the areola.

BREAST LIFT

A Breast Lift or mastopexy will raise the breasts giving them a perkier look. Excess breast skin is removed and the tissue is tightened. This procedure helps to reshape the breasts and make them firmer.

While there are many different techniques for a Breast Lift, Dr. Salama prefers to use the anchor incision. Besides being the most commonly used technique worldwide, he feels it provides the best results for most cases. In addition, he has perfected his own style of execution through his vast experience.

WHAT BREAST PROCEDURE IS RIGHT FOR ME?

While a Breast Lift is the most frequently selected procedure, the breast surgery included in a Mommy Makeover can be virtually any one that best addresses your cosmetic concerns. Breast Lift, or Mastopexy, is designed to eliminate excess skin and elevate tissues to a higher, more youthful level. Nipple and areola size can also be modified during this treatment. Breast Lift surgery with implants can provide a boost in volume, fullness and shape if desired. Patients who have minimal ptosis (droop) and would like to enlarge their breasts can combine Breast Augmentation with Tummy Tuck surgery instead. Conversely, Breast Reduction may be preferable for women who suffer from overly large, heavy breasts.

Ultimately, there is no “right” way to go about a Mommy Makeover. The ideal treatment plan will combine the techniques that can help you achieve your cosmetic goals.

For buttock enhancement a Brazilian butt lift or BBL can be combined with a breast or abdominal surgery for a mommy makeover. The Brazilian butt lift augments the buttocks via fat transfer. Fat is harvested from multiple areas of the body and injected into the buttocks. Liposuction is used to contour the body and harvest excess fat from the abdomen, flanks and back. Fat can be extracted from other areas of the body as well if needed. The fat is purified and used to augment the buttocks making the booty look shapelier, perkier and younger.

Mothers who wish they could regain their pre-pregnancy figure are often excellent candidates for this procedure. Additionally, patients should be in good overall health and understand what can be accomplished with their treatment plan. If you smoke, you should be able to refrain from using tobacco for several weeks before and after the operation. Dr. Salama can review any other concerns or questions with you during your initial meeting.

The combination of surgeries can prove to be a challenging task. Careful selection of your surgeon and surgical center is highly recommended.

Most common risks include: infection, internal bruising, bad reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, soreness, swelling, numbness, capsular contracture, hematoma, implant rupture, fluid imbalance, altered sensation of the nipple and breast, and embolism.

Just as the procedure will vary from person to person, so too will the recovery period. It’s important to understand that adding treatments to your plan has the potential to extend your healing time. Breast and Tummy Tuck surgery often require about a two to three week break from work and your normal daily routine. Strenuous exercise should be avoided for at least four-to-six weeks, perhaps longer depending on your needs and experience. If you have Brazilian Butt Lift, there are some additional instructions to follow regarding recovery, which will be provided to you before you return home. To enhance your comfort and minimize pain, we will prescribe medication. Swelling, tenderness, and bruising in the treated areas are normal effects and should fade with time. Swelling can continue for several months to up to a year or more; however, you may not be aware of any residual inflammation after about two or three months. Visible results will first be noticeable soon after treatment and will continue to improve as you heal.

Contact us to schedule your mommy makeover today.