First off, congratulations on doing the incredible: having children! Pregnancy and childbirth are amazing events, and change one’s life forever. While they change one’s priorities, they also affect one’s body in many ways, some more permanent than others. Dr. Albright is able to offer patients cosmetic solutions to many of the common changes that happen after childbirth and child-rearing. Collectively this constellation of surgeries is called a “mommy makeover” or mommy makeover cosmetic surgery, usually involving simultaneous breast and belly contouring procedures. The results from these combined procedures can be life-altering with patients reporting improved self-confidence and sexual well-being.
The phrase "Mommy Makeover" is commonly used to describe a customized series of cosmetic procedures tailored to assist women in addressing the typical effects of childbirth and aging on their face, breasts, and body. These procedures are intended to restore or enhance their youthful appearance to how it was before pregnancy.
A mommy makeover uses a combination of surgical procedures like breast enhancement and body contouring to help reverse the adverse effects of pregnancy and childbirth. Mommy Makeover breast surgeries typically involve correction of damaged, stretched and deflated breasts. This is achieved with removal of damaged excess skin and relocation of the nipple with a breast lift procedure. If the patient desires additional volume (desires more volume than they currently fill in their bra), then either a breast augmentation (implant) or breast fat transfer is performed to restore breast volume and shape. The goal is a perkier and more youthful breast shape in and out-of-clothing. Fat grafting is when fat is removed from one part of the body with a mommy makeover plastic surgery procedure.
The common belly surgeries include a tummy-tuck (abdominoplasty), liposuction, correction of separation of the abdominal muscles (rectus diastasis) or an umbilical hernia, and removal of C section scars and excess damaged skin. The result is a more shapely narrowed waistline with a small, tighter, more youthful belly button. The typical scars are then hidden below most underwear and bikini bottoms.
Other women desire contouring of their extremities, termed arm-lifts and thigh-lifts. These procedures are less often combined as patients have concerns about more visible scarring when skin excision is required. However, liposuction can sometimes be utilized without skin excision with reasonable results.
A tremendous benefit of combining procedures is even though more up-front cost, ultimately there is dramatic cost savings by avoiding multiple separate surgeries. However, arguably the more important benefit, patients only have one recovery period and are able to make a more spectacular change. As long as it is safe to combine the procedures, Dr. Albright will tailor the procedures to best fit your aesthetic goals! He is one of the best mommy makeover surgeons in San Antonio TX.
Dr. William Albright, MD., is an award-winner and board-certified plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Albright has the expertise and experience to deliver the results you desire. Whether you're looking for breast augmentation, breast implants, tummy tuck, or mommy makeovers, Dr. Albright has got you covered. Call us today at (210)-670-5302 to schedule your initial consultation and take the first step towards a more confident and beautiful you.
Mommy Makeover Surgeries
Breast Lift Surgery
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts. The primary goal is to restore a more youthful and firmer breast contour, often addressing issues such as drooping or loss of shape that can occur due to aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, or genetic factors.
Breast lift surgery does not involve implants (though some patients combine it with implants for added volume). Instead, the procedure focuses on repositioning the breast tissue and removing excess skin to elevate the breasts and improve their shape. In a mommy makeover, the breast lift is often performed to correct the changes that occur in the breasts after breastfeeding, which may involve sagging or volume loss.
The procedure is frequently paired with a tummy tuck to address stretched abdominal muscles and excess skin, offering comprehensive body contouring results.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the size, shape, or fullness of the breasts, typically using implants or fat transfer. It is one of the most common cosmetic surgeries and is often performed to improve body proportions, restore breast volume lost due to pregnancy or weight loss, or achieve a desired aesthetic goal.
Breast augmentation involves inserting implants to increase breast size. The implants can be filled with saline (saltwater solution) or silicone gel to suit the patient’s preferences and desired look.
Breast augmentation is commonly included as part of a mommy makeover, a combination of surgeries designed to help women restore their pre-pregnancy body after the changes brought on by childbirth, weight gain, and breastfeeding. A mommy makeover typically addresses multiple areas of concern in a single surgical session.
Breast Reduction Surgery
Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammoplasty, is a procedure that involves removing excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to reduce the size and weight of the breasts.
This surgery is often performed to relieve discomfort associated with overly large breasts, such as back pain, neck pain, shoulder grooves from bra straps, and skin irritation. Breast reduction is not just a cosmetic procedure but is often sought for medical reasons.
Breast reduction surgery can help alleviate these symptoms while also improving the shape and proportion of the breasts. While breast augmentation and breast lift are more commonly associated with a mommy makeover, breast reduction can also be part of the procedure, particularly for women whose breasts have become uncomfortably large after pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Tummy Tuck Surgery
A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the underlying muscles to create a firmer, flatter abdominal profile. It is prevalent among individuals with excess skin or stretched muscles that cannot be corrected through diet and exercise alone, such as after significant weight loss or pregnancy.
Full Tummy Tuck
This is the most comprehensive version. It addresses both the upper and lower abdomen, removing excess skin and tightening muscles across the entire abdominal wall.
Mini Tummy Tuck
This procedure focuses only on the area below the belly button. It is ideal for patients with a small amount of excess skin or fat but whose upper abdomen does not require correction.
A tummy tuck is one of the core components of a mommy makeover, a combination of cosmetic procedures aimed at helping women regain their pre-pregnancy body after childbirth. Pregnancy often results in stretched abdominal muscles, excess skin, and stubborn fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise.
Liposuction
Liposuction is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat deposits from specific areas of the body, helping to reshape and contour these areas for a more balanced appearance. It is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures and is often sought by individuals with stubborn fat pockets that don't respond to diet or exercise.
Liposuction involves the removal of fat cells using a specialized suction technique. While not a weight-loss surgery, it can effectively target areas where fat accumulates and create smoother, more contoured body lines. The most common areas treated with liposuction include the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms, neck, and back. Liposuction is often an integral part of a mommy makeover because it enhances the overall body contouring results.
A mommy makeover is a customized combination of procedures that address the physical changes women experience after pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Liposuction complements other surgeries in a mommy makeover by targeting stubborn fat deposits that may have accumulated during or after pregnancy.
Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and Buttock Lift
A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) adds volume to the buttocks by transferring fat from other areas of the body. It creates a fuller, rounder appearance and enhances the overall contour of the lower body. On the other hand, a Buttock Lift removes excess skin and tightens the tissues in the buttock area to lift and firm the buttocks.
The main difference is that BBL adds volume, while a Buttock Lift removes excess skin for a firmer appearance. Some people choose to combine both procedures for added volume and a lifted, tightened look. Each procedure is tailored to the patient’s goals.
