Mommy Makeover

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Mommy Makeover

A mommy makeover is a customizable cosmetic surgery procedure designed to rejuvenate a woman’s body after childbirth. Pregnancy can lead to significant changes in a woman’s body, including sagging breasts, loose abdominal skin, and stubborn fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise. Many women seek a mommy makeover to regain their pre-pregnancy shape, boost their self-esteem, and feel more confident in their appearance.

A mommy makeover can help you feel more confident and comfortable in your skin. If you are considering a mommy makeover, schedule a consultation with Dr. David Matlock to discuss your expectations and learn how we can help you achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance. Dr. Matlock is one of the leading body sculpting doctors in the Los Angeles area, and he can help you achieve impressive results with a customized treatment plan.

If you have any questions, please call our office at (424) 424-1462 and get the information you need.

About Mommy Makeover

“Mommy makeover” is a term referring to a combination of cosmetic surgical procedures aimed at restoring a woman’s postpartum body. As previously mentioned, pregnancy and childbirth can affect a woman’s physique. The common areas of concern typically include the breasts, oth aesthetic reasons and personal well-being.

This procedure typically involves procedures like breast augmentation and/or breast lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, and more. Each component aims to address specific issues such as volume loss in the breasts, excess skin or fat around the stomach, and stubborn fat deposits elsewhere on the body.

Benefits

There are numerous advantages to choosing a mommy makeover. With a customized treatment plan, Dr. Matlock’s patients typically experience a combination of the following benefits:

  • Restored breast volume: Postpartum changes often leave breasts looking deflated. A breast augmentation can restore fullness and enhance the overall profile.
  • Improved breast position: A breast lift not only raises sagging breasts but also reshapes them, creating a more youthful appearance.
  • Flat Abdomen: A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat, reducing stretch marks and helping to achieve a flat, toned abdomen.
  • Body contouring: Liposuction targets specific fat deposits that can linger post-pregnancy, providing a more contoured body shape.
  • Increased self-esteem: Many women experience a boost in confidence and a positive self-image post-procedure, enriching their quality of life.
  • Customized treatment plans: Each mommy makeover is designed to meet your specific aesthetic goals, making it a tailored solution.
  • Long-lasting results: With a healthy lifestyle, the results of a mommy makeover can last for many years, allowing you to enjoy a rejuvenated appearance.
  • Single recovery period: By combining multiple procedures, patients benefit from undergoing one recovery time instead of several separate recoveries.

Candidates

Motherhood is not a requirement to receive a mommy makeover. If you do not have children but would benefit from these procedures, you might be eligible for this treatment. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Matlock to discuss your mommy makeover goals today. Before considering a mommy makeover, please note that a woman must wait six weeks after a vaginal delivery or three months after a cesarean section if they desire to include a vulvovaginal procedure in their treatment plan.

It is generally recommended that new mothers wait at least 6 months after giving birth to receive a mommy makeover. Patients should also be in good general health, not smoke or be willing to quit smoking, have realistic expectations for their results, and be willing to collaborate with Dr. Matlock to plan their ideal treatment.

Personal Consultation

A consultation with Dr. Matlock is a crucial first step in your mommy makeover treatment. This appointment will be your chance to discuss your medical history, evaluate your goals, and express any concerns regarding the desired outcomes. You may also discuss your pregnancy history and how pregnancies affected your body, if applicable. Dr. Matlock will work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses all your aesthetic objectives comprehensively.

Preparation

To prepare for your mommy makeover, you should plan to avoid using any medications or supplements that thin the blood. We will give you a complete list of medications and herbal supplements to avoid before your procedure. You should also avoid nicotine and alcohol for a few weeks before your procedure. Additionally, please arrange for someone to drive you to and from your procedure.

Procedure

Mommy makeover procedures typically include a combination of tummy tuck, breast augmentation and/or lift, liposuction and vaginal rejuvenation.

Tummy Tuck

Also known as an abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck is one of the most common body-contouring procedures performed after weight loss. Following pregnancy or weight loss, many patients are left with excess skin around their waist. Tummy tucks sculpt the body by primarily removing excess skin. (1) Liposuction may also be used to sculpt stubborn fat deposits. (1)

Another issue that can result from pregnancy or weight gain is a condition called diastasis recti, which is when the abdominal muscles separate. If you experience this, Dr. Matlock’s team of expert surgeons can perform muscle repair during your tummy tuck.

Breast Augmentation and Lift

The breasts often go through significant changes through pregnancy and nursing; some women see significant growth in their breasts. Once weight is lost, the breasts can be left with a sagging or deflated appearance. Breast augmentation can help replace lost volume with implants or a fat transfer. A breast lift, on the other hand, serves to remove excess skin around the breasts and tighten the underlying muscles. These two procedures can be combined for a breast augmentation and lift. After this combined procedure, the breasts will be in a more youthful position and shape, while also benefitting from enhanced volume. (2)

Liposuction

Liposuction is a common body sculpting technique used to reduce stubborn pockets of fat that do not respond to dieting or exercise. Liposuction can be performed in various areas with great success. (3) During these procedures, Dr. Matlock will make small incisions and inject a tumescent solution that causes the fat to swell and also acts as a local anesthetic. Then, he will insert a suction tube (cannula) to target the stubborn fat deposits and remove targeted fat cells permanently. (3)

Vaginal Rejuvenation

Vaginal relaxation and stress-related incontinence are both major changes that can occur as a result of childbirth. Fortunately, Dr. Matlock offers various vaginal rejuvenation procedures to help patients revitalize their intimate areas. Through both laser technologies and surgical techniques, Dr. Matlock can rejuvenate the vagina to a more youthful state, stop stress urinary incontinence (involuntary loss of urine with laughing, coughing or exercising), enhance sexual gratification and rejuvenate the labia minora or majora if one so desires.

Recovery

The mommy makeover recovery process is different for everyone depending upon the surgical procedures performed. You should plan on being out of work and away from your usual activities for two weeks or longer, depending on what procedures are included in your treatment plan.

You will likely experience some swelling and soreness in your treatment areas during your recovery. Overall, we recommend that you prioritize resting and take light walks when feasible and not rush your recovery. We recommend that you wait to receive Dr. Matlock’s approval before engaging in exercise or strenuous activity and resume the rest of your normal activities.

Results

To maintain the results of your body contouring procedures, Dr. Matlock will provide you with a personalized exercise program and healthy dieting suggestions. After your mommy makeover, you will enjoy long-lasting results and an enhanced figure.

Cost of Mommy Makeovers in Los Angeles

Because mommy makeover treatments are customized for each patient’s goals and needs, each case has a different price. When you discuss your goals during a consultation with Dr. Matlock, you will receive a cost estimate. Our practice also offers financing plans for our patients.

If you have any questions about setting up a payment plan or would like more information on our practice, procedures, prices, or more, please feel free to call our Los Angeles office at (424) 424-1462.

FAQ

What does a mommy makeover include?

A mommy makeover typically includes a combination of breast augmentation or lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, and other rejuvenating procedures. Each treatment plan is customized according to individual needs.

How long does a mommy makeover take?

The duration of a mommy makeover depends on the specific procedures performed but usually lasts between three and five hours.

Are mommy makeover results permanent?

While the results of a mommy makeover can be long-lasting, future pregnancies, weight fluctuations, and aging can still impact the appearance of the treated areas.

Can I have children after a mommy makeover?

Yes, you can still have children after a mommy makeover. However, it is recommended to wait until you have completed your family to avoid reversing the effects of the surgery.

Do mommy makeovers leave noticeable scars?

Scarring varies by individual and surgical technique; however, Dr. Matlock and his team of expert surgeons ensure incisions are placed in discreet areas whenever possible for minimal visibility.

References

  1. Regan JP, Casaubon JT. Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck). PubMed. Published 2020. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK431058/
  2. Fardo D, Sequeira Campos M, Pensler JM. Breast Augmentation. PubMed. Published 2021. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482206/
  3. Bartow MJ, Raggio BS. Liposuction. PubMed. Published 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK563135/