Starting a family is perhaps one of the most anticipated experiences of our lives, and it presents moms with a whole host of new challenges and experiences. While most of these changes are welcome, the actual pregnancy, breast feeding, and sudden lack of personal time can affect a young mother's body in ways that cannot be corrected simply with diet or exercise. And no matter how hard moms try to undo the physical changes that occur during the childbearing years, they often cannot get back their pre-pregnancy size and shape.
More and more women are discovering that cosmetic surgery offers them a way to reclaim their bodies. "Mommy Makeover" procedures - including breast enlargement, breast lift, tummy tuck, and liposculpture of the thighs, hips and buttocks - are among the fastest-growing cosmetic surgery procedures in both Seattle and the Eastside for women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s..
What happens during a Mommy Makeover?
The changes that take place as a result of pregnancy and breast feeding - the sagging breasts, the flabby tummies, the stubborn pockets of fat - can all be addressed at the time of your procedure. Dr. Salemy with sit down with you and carefully listen to what your goals are for your procedure, as some women are looking to simply reclaim their pre-pregnancy physique, while others want a more dramatic enhancement to their look. He will then outline a plan for your procedure, and address each area of concern, which can include:
- Enhancement of the breasts, through augmentation, lift, or both
- Narrowing and flattening of the tummy, through a tummy tuck, liposculpture, or both
- Contouring of the hips, thighs, and buttocks through liposculpture
Am I a good candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
After meeting with you in our Seattle office, Dr. Salemy will give you his thoughts as to whether or not you are a good candidate for a Mommy Makeover, but in general, ideal candidates are:
- in their 20s-40s and do not plan any more pregnancies
- have given birth to their last child at least 6 months prior to their makeover
- do not smoke
- are in overall good health
What is the recovery from a Mommy Makeover like?
Your recovery will depend in part on the type of procedure or procedures performed as well as your individual ability to heal and bounce back from surgery. In general, Dr. Salemy recommends 10-14 days off from work, so that you may recover in the comfort of your home. Most procedures are outpatient procedures (you will not need to stay in the hospital) and take 2-4 hours. Dr. Salemy will see you at regular intervals after your procedure to monitor your progress, and most patients report feeling quite comfortable between 2-3 weeks after their procedure.
Please contact us today to schedule a Mommy Makeover Consultation in our Seattle office!
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