While being a mom is a huge blessing, many women struggle with the way their bodies change after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Childbearing can affect the abdomen, the breasts, the face, and more. Stretched skin may lose elasticity and not return to where it was, breasts may become deflated and lose volume, and hormonal changes can make it difficult to tone and contour certain parts of the body with exercise and eating habits alone.
For women who would like to sculpt their physique and restore their appearance to a pre-baby body, a mommy makeover could be the answer. As a fully customized blend of aesthetic procedures that might include a tummy tuck, liposuction, or a breast lift, women can achieve their body goals and feel great in their skin again. Learn more below about all the possibilities.
Pregnancy alone can cause significant changes in the breast, but weeks, months, or sometimes years of breastfeeding possibly multiple children can take its toll. The skin and breast tissue often sags, and nipples may become stretched or misshapen. Volume loss is also common after childbearing, and some women who were at their ideal size before children may find that some years later, their cup size is smaller than they prefer.
As part of a mommy makeover, women can address sagging with a breast lift, also known as mastopexy, and see perky, lifted breasts again. For those wanting to restore volume or to add the volume they’ve always wanted, a breast augmentation with implants can help achieve their ideal cup size. An auto-augmentation breast lift can provide both a lifted result and a volume increase. If breasts are too large, a breast reduction can help alleviate symptoms like back pain as well as shape and contour the breasts. Your mommy makeover surgeon can help you decide exactly which breast procedure, or procedures, will be best to help you get your sensual self back.
There are many reasons why the body goes through changes during pregnancy. Of course, the skin, tissue, and muscles in the abdomen stretch to make room for the baby. Along with that, weight gain often occurs during pregnancy because of appetite changes and less activity. Even if most of the weight is lost soon after childbearing, hormones can affect the ability to see the toned and tight results you want. There are multiple possibilities when it comes to body contouring. One of the most commonly included in a mommy makeover is a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty. By removing loose skin and tissue as well as tightening underlying muscles, this procedure can greatly improve the abdominal area for a flatter stomach and a stronger core.
In addition to addressing abdominal concerns, there are several other procedures that can be used to sculpt the ideal physique. An arm lift, known as a brachioplasty, can be used to sculpt and tighten the upper arms, and a thigh lift can be used to remove loose skin and pockets of fat from the bikini line area, even near the knee. Liposuction may also be used along with any of these procedures, especially abdominoplasty, to remove stubborn pockets of excess fat. Buttock augmentation is another common option for women who would like to restore volume in their butt area for a rounder, more full result.
For patients with more minor concerns, some non-surgical interventions can be used as well. Women who do not have significant fat pockets but are struggling with loose skin may benefit from a treatment like BodyTite, which can treat areas including the abdomen, upper arms, and even the breasts. Some moms, especially those who have gained and lost significant amounts of weight, may see volume loss or sagging in the face. Treatments like injectables or skin tightening designed specifically for the face and neck, like MyEllevate or FaceTite, can provide youthful rejuvenation for these areas.
If you’re a mom struggling with loose skin or stubborn fat, you know how challenging it can be to feel comfortable in your own skin. Take your body back and love every sculpted curve you see in the mirror. With a mommy makeover, you can restore your pre-pregnancy, pre-breastfeeding appearance and feel your confidence soar.
Considering a mommy makeover is a life-changing decision. One of the most important parts of that decision, if not the most important, is choosing your surgeon. Your surgeon should be fully qualified and experienced, someone who understands your unique aesthetic goals and can help you achieve them through skill and artistic vision. Board-certified Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew J. Trovato, MD, routinely provides patients with a seamless blend of outstanding patient care and stunning results. Contact his office today for more information about your ideal mommy makeover.
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