Mommy makeover includes surgical procedures addressing women’s issues after pregnancy and breastfeeding. During pregnancy, your abdominal skin and muscles stretch to accommodate the growing baby, and your breasts may enlarge. After breastfeeding, your breasts may sag, and your abdominal muscles may appear loose. Mommy makeover primarily addresses your breasts and abdomen to help regain your pre-baby shape. Your trusted health facility, Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island, customizes each mommy makeover procedure to ensure it suits every individual’s unique desires. Mommy makeover involves various techniques, including:
Tummy tuck
Throughout pregnancy, the abdominal muscles stretch to accommodate the growing baby. After pregnancy, your tummy may become looser than it was before. A tummy tuck removes the unwanted abdominal skin, tightens the abdominal muscles, and reduces stretch marks and C-section scars. The excess loose part is a combination of fat and skin.
Breast augmentation
After the breastfeeding period, your breasts become loose and sag. Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure where your surgeon inserts implants to make your breasts appear fuller. Silicone is the most commonly used type of breast implant. Your doctor will advise you on the type of implant that suits you depending on how you want your breasts to appear and feel. Breast augmentation is a popular cosmetic treatment in the United States, with about 350,000 having it in 2021.
Breast lift
A breast lift is a surgical technique where your doctor removes extra skin and tightens breast tissue to raise sagging breasts. A breast lift does not change the size of your breasts. A breast lift removes the excess skin and tightens the breast tissue to make your breasts appear more youthful and uplifted. A combination of breast augmentation and breast lift can give you maximum results.
Breast reduction
Breast reduction, also called reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical process that removes excess breast fat, tissue, and skin. It promotes breast size proportionate to your body and eliminates back pain or discomfort resulting from huge breasts. Excessive breasts can make it challenging to do some physical activities or cause emotional distress. Most mothers reduce breasts for cosmetic reasons like social stigmas or wardrobe concerns.
Liposuction
Most mothers gain extra weight after breastfeeding. Sometimes eating healthy and exercising may not help reduce fat in all body parts. Liposuction surgically removes stubborn fat in your arms, hips, buttocks, abdomen, or thighs. Liposuction cannot remove cellulite. It only eliminates fat and is very efficient if you have localized fat.
Labiaplasty
Labiaplasty is a surgical treatment involving reducing the size of your labia minora. Labia minora is the skin surrounding your urethra and vagina. After childbirth, your labia minora can stretch, changing size and shape. The excess tissue can cause pain during sexual intercourse. It can also harbor bacteria, increasing the chances of urinary tract infections. You can choose labiaplasty to improve the appearance of labia, prevent diseases or enhance comfort during sex and exercise.
Mommy makeover involves cosmetic procedures that help you regain your pre-baby body after pregnancy and childbirth. These surgical methods mainly target your breast and abdomen. Schedule an appointment at Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island for a mommy makeover to regain your pre-baby shape.
