MOMMY MAKEOVER
A NATIONAL LEADER IN BODY CONTOURING
Mothers who long for their pre-baby bodies trust Miami plastic surgeon Dr. Ary Krau to give them the results they desire. Through a combination of procedures collectively referred to as a “mommy makeover,” Dr. Krau can address and correct the physical changes caused by pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What Is A Mommy Makeover?
Mommy makeover addresses common changes in the body — chiefly, the breasts and abdominal area — that result from pregnancy and breastfeeding.
For example, it’s common for a woman’s abdominal skin to stretch to accommodate the growing baby, but not “snap back” over the abdomen after the bay has been delivered. Excess fat deposits may also linger on the abdomen or other parts of the body after pregnancy.
Women’s breasts may change in a few different ways: they may droop or sag on the chest wall, with the nipples pointing downward; lose shape and volume and look “deflated”; or become larger as a result of pregnancy, to an undesirable size.
Mommy Makeover Consultation
Your consultation is your chance to meet with Dr. Krau and develop a rapport. Be prepared to describe your specific cosmetic goals because Dr. Krau will use this information to devise a unique surgical plan that best fulfills your goals. This will usually involve a combination of surgeries to improve your post-pregnancy body, though sometimes a single surgery will suffice. You do not necessarily need to know which surgeries you want ahead of time, as Dr. Krau can offer his professional recommendations based upon the changes you would like to see to your body. During this appointment, Dr. Krau can provide a price that reflects the surgeries you have mutually agreed to.
What Mommy Makeover Includes
No two mommy makeovers are alike. In fact, mommy makeover surgery is specifically tailored to your unique cosmetic needs and desired outcome. Therefore, your surgery could include a breast lift with implants and a tummy tuck, while another woman’s mommy makeover could include breast augmentation and liposuction on the abdomen. Visit our mommy makeover before and after photos.
Depending on your needs and goals, your mommy makeover could include:
Breast Lift
It’s common for mommy makeover treatment plans to include breast lift, which elevates saggy or droopy breasts to a higher position on the chest wall. Breast lift can be combined with the placement of implants to add volume and fullness. Other women may not need a breast lift and simply benefit from the placement of implants alone.
Tummy Tuck
Women are usually left with loose abdominal skin and fat after pregnancy (especially multiple pregnancies). The abdominal muscles also tend to weaken or separate during pregnancy. Tummy tuck involves removing this surplus of fat and skin, repairing the musculature and stitching it into place and re-draping the skin more tightly over the abdomen.
Liposuction
Another side effect of pregnancy is the accumulation of excess fat around the body (e.g. the buttocks, waist, thighs, knees, upper arms or back). Liposuction removes the excess fat and subtly enhances the curves and contours of the body for a slimmer shape.
Recovering From Mommy Makeover
After your mommy makeover, you will need to take about two weeks off from work and your normal routine. You will need to recruit a family member or friend to help with childcare and household chores, as you will not be able to lift anything heavy, bend over or lift your arms above your shoulders. Dr. Krau encourages you to take short walks to promote good circulation, but other than that, you need to get as much rest as possible.
Dr. Krau will follow up with you after your surgery to check your healing progress, answer any questions and advise you as to when it is safe to return to work, exercise and other everyday activities.
Mommy Makeover Risks
There are always risks associated with surgery, but choosing a board certified, qualified surgeon minimizes your risk of complications. Dr. Krau will go over the surgical risks with you during your consultation and make sure you understand them. He will also explain the steps that he takes to mitigate the risks.
Mommy Makeover FAQS
- Am I an appropriate candidate for mommy makeover surgery?
- Why is it beneficial to have multiple cosmetic procedures completed at one time?
- Should I lose weight before having mommy makeover surgery?
- Will I have scars from the procedure?
- What are my financing options?
- How soon after giving birth can I have mommy makeover?
- What happens if I have more children after mommy makeover?
- Are all mommy makeover procedures performed at once?
- What are diastasis recti?
- Why is Dr. Krau a top surgeon for patients seeking mommy makeover?
AM I AN APPROPRIATE CANDIDATE FOR MOMMY MAKEOVER SURGERY?
If you are in good overall health, are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding and are unhappy with the cosmetic effects of pregnancy and breastfeeding, you are most likely an appropriate candidate for mommy makeover surgery. However, the best way to determine your candidacy with certainty is to visit Dr. Krau for a consultation.
WHY IS IT BENEFICIAL TO HAVE MULTIPLE COSMETIC PROCEDURES COMPLETED AT ONE TIME?
Undergoing multiple cosmetic surgical procedures at one time is beneficial because you only have to pay for certain fees once, including the operating room fee and the anesthesiologist’s fee. In addition, you only have to go through one recovery period once — and you will notice the overall cosmetic effect of the mommy makeover after surgery.
SHOULD I LOSE WEIGHT BEFORE HAVING MOMMY MAKEOVER SURGERY?
You should be at or just slightly above your ideal body-weight before having mommy makeover surgery. Also, you should be at a weight that you feel you can maintain after the procedure, as gaining a substantial amount of weight following mommy makeover surgery can counteract the aesthetic outcome of the procedure. This is also why it is a good idea to wait until you are finished having kids to undergo mommy makeover treatment.
WILL I HAVE SCARS FROM THE PROCEDURE?
Yes, you will have some scars following mommy makeover surgery. Most significant is the scar from tummy tuck surgery if you are including that procedure in your overall mommy makeover. Although the tummy tuck scar is significant, Dr. Krau strategically positions it in a location that is easily concealed by the underwear or bikini line. Over time and with proper care, scars should dramatically fade. Patients generally agree that the scars are a good trade-off for their new and improved figure.
WHAT ARE MY FINANCING OPTIONS?
There are several available financing options, including third-party financing from CareCredit or MyMedicalLoan.com, for those who qualify. In addition, Dr. Krau accepts most major credit cards, including MasterCard, VISA and American Express.
HOW SOON AFTER GIVING BIRTH CAN I HAVE MOMMY MAKEOVER?
While many women would like to restore their pre-pregnancy body as soon as possible, Dr. Krau strongly recommends that women wait at least six months before undergoing cosmetic surgery. Your body needs time to recuperate after giving birth, and you also need time to lose some of the pregnancy weight naturally before undergoing body contouring procedures. Moreover, your breasts take on a different size and shape while you nurse. It makes sense to wean your child before performing breast surgeries so that you can achieve ideal results that are long lasting.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE MORE CHILDREN AFTER MOMMY MAKEOVER?
Cosmetic surgery does nothing to impair your fertility. However, keep in mind that a subsequent pregnancy will stretch your skin once again, creating many of the cosmetic issues that compelled you to have plastic surgery the first time. For that reason, Dr. Krau suggests that most women complete their families before having mommy makeover so that they do not lose their results or undergo this combination of surgeries multiple times.
ARE ALL MOMMY MAKEOVER PROCEDURES PERFORMED AT ONCE?
Most patients prefer the convenience of having their surgeries performed on the same day. In addition to saving on certain costs, it allows patients to recover from all their surgeries at one time, meaning fewer days of downtime overall. However, if you would prefer to have your surgeries on separate days, Dr. Krau would be happy to accommodate.
WHAT ARE DIASTASIS RECTI?
During pregnancy, a woman’s abdominal muscles usually separate to make room for the growing baby. Unfortunately, the muscles do not reconnect on their own after the pregnancy, which leaves the stomach looking less firm. Fortunately, Dr. Krau can rejoin separated muscles to recreate a firm, toned wall.
WHY IS DR. KRAU A TOP SURGEON FOR PATIENTS SEEKING MOMMY MAKEOVER?
Given that mommy makeover is a combination of cosmetic procedures, smart patients understand that they must choose a plastic surgeon who is talented at a variety of surgeries. Fortunately, Dr. Krau excels at both breast and body contouring procedures, with an impressive photo gallery that demonstrates his capabilities. His compassionate approach to medicine will also ensure that you will have a pleasant, trustworthy experience through every step of this process to restore your pre-pregnancy body.
Learn More About Mommy Makeover
To learn more about mommy makeover, please contact Miami plastic surgeon Dr. Ary Krau by calling (305) 861-6881 or sending an email.