Mommy Makeover

Since a Mommy Makeover is a surgical procedure, it is associated with various possible risks and complications like other surgical procedures. Although these risks and complications are rare in this kind of surgery, it is important for every patient to understand any possible issues that may arise during treatment and to decide that the benefits of the procedure outweigh the potential risks. Thus, patients can be more confident in their decision.

Many women want their pre-baby bodies back. Mommy Makeovers make it possible for women of all ages to choose from a set of customized procedures to achieve their goals. As with any surgery, Mommy Makeovers have several risks. It is important for patients to follow the provided instructions to minimize risks and to increase the likelihood of a successful outcome.

A Mommy Makeover can include a breast lift or breast augmentation, as well as liposuction and tummy tuck surgeries. Therefore, the risks of a Mommy Makeover are essentially the same as those associated with these procedures. The problems that can be encountered after a Mommy Makeover (however rarely) are as follows:

Risks of Breast Surgery

For their breasts, patients can choose from between breast lift, augmentation or reduction surgeries. Some complications that are associated with breast surgeries are as follows:

Bleeding

Infection

Slow recovery

Scarring

These problems rarely occur. Patients’ careful adherence to their physician’s instructions during the recovery process minimizes these risks.

Risks of Abdominal Surgery

Complications associated with a tummy tuck (or abdominoplasty) include bleeding, infection, and scarring, as mentioned above. Other early-stage complications include swelling or numbness in the operated region. These conditions improve over time. Paying special attention to wearing compression garments in the first few weeks after the operation will decrease the likelihood of these complications.

Liposuction is usually combined with a tummy tuck and is associated with a very low risk of complications. Common postoperative problems include bruising and swelling in the operated region. However, these should not cause any discomfort as they heal spontaneously over time.

The main advantage of combining breast surgery and tummy tuck with a Mommy Makeover is that the recovery time is significantly shorter compared to performing two separate operations. The body can simultaneously heal two distinct regions, so combining two procedures will not double the recovery time.

Minimizing the Risks of a Mommy Makeover

The most important duty of the patient to minimize surgery-related complications is to follow their doctor’s instructions. This involves providing the physician with all relevant information about yourself and your medical history:

Be 100% honest in the documents that you are required to fill

Provide information regarding medication, previous health problems, and other factors associated with an increased risk of complications such as smoking or alcohol consumption

Show up for all follow-up exams after surgery

Use medical corsets to prevent swelling in the body after Mommy Makeover

Take enough time to rest and recover after your surgery and avoid strenuous activities until you are completely recovered

Taking the appropriate measures against potential problems that occur after a Mommy Makeover will ensure that you will have a smooth and successful recovery. Also, correctly using the prescribed drugs will help the body protect itself from any complications.