San Diego Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Tom Pousti
Talks About Mommy Makeover Procedures

Description

Pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding can have a variety of negative effects on a woman’s body, affecting them both physically and emotionally. Oftentimes it isn’t possible to restore one’s body back to one’s pre-pregnancy body through just diet and exercise alone. Luckily, for the moms of the world who desire a firmer, tighter body, even post-childbirth, Dr. Pousti can perform a Mommy Makeover.

The Mommy Makeover procedure is actually a combination of several different procedures that, when used together, produce amazing results. Since every woman has different needs, each Mommy Makeover can vary in procedures, thus tailoring each surgery to the patient’s restorative needs. Some of the procedures that can be combined in a mommy makeover are Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, Breast Lift, Breast Augmentation, and Reduction.

The Procedure

Since the mommy makeover is comprised of multiple procedures, and every mommy makeover is different for each patient’s needs, the actual surgeries and surgery lengths vary. Normally, the Mommy Makeover surgery is performed in either one or two surgeries, with each individual surgery ranging in from 3 to 6 hours. In regards to the breast augmentation portion of a mommy makeover the are a variety of factors that affect the procedure. Placement of the implant is usually centered on the nipple-areola. Often, placement above or below the muscle is decided on an individual basis. Likewise, the incisions used to place the implant vary with patient preference and anatomy. All this and more will be discussed during your personal and confidential mommy makeover consultation with Dr. Pousti. Click here to schedule a consulation today!

What To Expect After Surgery

Expectations after surgery also vary depending on the procedures performed. Closely monitor how you feel post-op, especially immediately following surgery. Some varying degrees of pain are to be expected, however, if experiencing any kind of tightness or shortness of breath, pains deep in your chest or an irregular heart beat contact Dr. Pousti immediately. To avoid any complications, it is extremely important that you strictly follow Dr. Pousti’s post-surgical instructions and be careful!

Resumption of Physical Activities

Depending on the procedures perfomed bed restriction can vary from 1 to 3 days, mild activity may be restricted from 1 to 2 weeks, and it can take anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks for a full recovery and the ability to return to strentous activities such as sports.

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Click here to learn more about San Diego Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Tom Pousti. To schedule your cosmetic surgery consultation in our San Diego office, call (619) 466-8851 or email appointments@pousti.com.