WHY YOU SHOULD GET MOMMY MAKEOVER

Are you still wondering why you should get a mommy makeover?

Well before we give you reasons, it is first good to know what a mommy makeover is.

WHAT IS A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

Mommy makeover is not a surgical procedure, a mommy makeover is a constellation of procedures designed to get a mother back to the days before they had their babies. Also, some people have never had babies but because of time and gravity and weight changes. Things are not the same as compared to years back.

A mommy makeover is mostly a breast procedure combined with other procedures. It is aimed at turning back the hands of time. It can either be a breast lift, a breast reduction, or a breast augmentation combined with another procedure. It is usually a combination of two or more procedures.

Pregnancy can significantly affect our bodies, affecting breasts, tummy, legs, and other parts of the body. After nine months or more, you may be longing to have your pre-pregnancy body back. A mommy Makeover helps you get your body back from the issues of post-pregnancy or post-weight loss. This Procedure usually consists of the following: tummy tuck, breast enhancements (lift, augmentation, reduction), and fat removal with liposuction. Other treatments that can be combined include skin tightening, cellulite treatments, and stretch mark elimination. If you are looking for Mommy Makeover Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, or somewhere more local to you, you might want to start researching to understand what the surgery entails.

NOW YOU KNOW WHAT A MOMMY MAKEOVER IS, THE NEXT QUESTION IS ARE YOU A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

You are good a candidate if you have more than one trouble area you would want taken care of.

Besides the above, your candidacy for a mommy makeover depends on some of these criteria.

• General Health: A good candidate for a mommy makeover just like every surgical procedure especially since it involves two or more procedures is a healthy person with no pre-existing health condition. If you have an existing health condition that is properly managed then you are probably a good candidate
• Lifestyle: Your lifestyle choices can also affect your candidacy for a mommy makeover. If you are a smoker you should be willing to abstain as directed by your surgeon. This is because smoking slows the healing process and increases the risk of complications. You should eat nutritious and healthy foods to ensure your body has all the necessary vitamins and minerals for proper healing.
• Attitude: A good attitude is important for every surgery. If you expect realistic results and you have a good knowledge of the procedure you want then you are a great candidate for a mommy makeover or any other surgical procedure.

Now you know are a good candidate for a mommy makeover.

YOUR NEXT STEP IS TO KNOW WHAT PROCEDURES TO INCLUDE IN YOUR MOMMY MAKEOVER.

Procedures to be included for mommy makeovers are usually tailored to your needs. Your plastic surgeon will examine you and tell you the best procedures to include in your mommy makeover based on your needs.

These are some questions you would want to ask your surgeon before you proceed to make preparations for your mommy makeover.

HOW PAINFUL IS A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

The pain and discomfort from mommy makeovers depend on the procedures combined. Breast procedures don’t hurt as much as a Tummy tuck or liposuction would. Breast procedures are the easiest to recover from and most patients describe Liposuction pain as “being hit by a truck”. Dr. Obeng’s procedures are less hurtful than that of a typical surgeon and he prescribes drugs that help you deal with post-op pains. In all, most patients stop experiencing pains after three days regardless of the procedure.

WHEN SHOULD I GET A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

there is no ideal time as long as you are not breastfeeding. To avoid the risk of infection, if you are a breastfeeding mother, you should be done for at least six weeks, have no leaks or discharge of breast milk, and have lost some of the baby weight. Also, Dr. Obeng will provide you with a way to wean your baby off milk and get you dry before doing a breast procedure. You don’t need to worry about leaks if you just want body procedures. Once you like where you are with your weight and not losing weight rapidly, then that’s the right time!

HOW MUCH WEIGHT DO I NEED TO LOSE BEFORE A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

It is not mandatory to lose weight. However, the closer you are to your ideal body weight the better your results. but if you don’t care about the results and just want the extra skin gone then it is a loss. weight loss surgery is suggested if you close like to lose some weight first before proceeding to do your mommy makeover.

HOW MUCH WEIGHT WILL I LOSE AFTER A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

Weight lost depends on the procedures combined and the individual. On average, you can lose between 10 to 20 pounds depending on your body size.

CAN I WALK AFTER A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

you can walk after any procedure but it is not advised to do so because you will still be dizzy and in pain after surgery. it is important that you get enough rest and then take walks to help the circulation of your blood and prevent many swellings. Also, you need to know that if you got Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) as part of your procedures then you will not be sitting for two weeks

WHAT SHOULD I EAT AFTER A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

Your nutrition after surgery is very important because your body would need a lot of vitamins, proteins, and minerals for healing. after surgery, you should eat food with high protein to help build back tissues.

WHAT WILL MY RECOVERY LOOK LIKE?

Here are some things you need to know about recovering

HOW MUCH TIME WILL IT TAKE ME TO RECOVER FROM THE MOMMY MAKEOVER?

mommy makeover is a combination of different procedures, your recovery time depends on the procedures done and the individual.

HOW MUCH TIME DO I NEED TO TAKE OFF WORK AFTER A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

Dr. Obeng advises you to take about two weeks before resuming work or social settings. For instance, if you had a breast reduction or breast lift with a tummy tuck, you most likely would go back to work in two weeks. Also, If you are getting a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) as part of your procedures then we advise you to take two weeks off because you are not supposed to sit down for about two weeks.

CAN I STILL HAVE CHILDREN AFTER A MOMMY MAKEOVER?

Yes, you can! But if you plan to get pregnant within the next twelve months, It is best to wait until after having your child. This is so you don’t waste your investment! If you plan to get pregnant in two or more years or don’t care, then you are good to get your procedures.

WHEN CAN I RESUME MY WORKOUT AFTER MOMMY MAKEOVER SURGERY?

Dr. Obeng usually advises that you wait for about six weeks. It takes the body about six weeks to get back to about seventy percent of its original tensile strength meaning that by six weeks, the patient can resume all pre-op activities. The tissue strength is strong enough to withstand working out, running, lifting, and all other forms of physical activity.

Here is something else you should take note of

Recovering involves a lot of post-care treatments for multiple procedures. This may affect caring for your children during recovery. Depending on the surgeries performed, recovery times can vary. You may go home the same day, or your surgeon may recommend an overnight stay if more extensive surgery was performed or if you have other medical issues. Recovery can range from one to four weeks in most cases. You need to discuss post-surgical care with your surgeon to fully understand what is involved in post-surgery aftercare, how long it will take for you to recover, and when you can expect to see results.

WHEN WILL I SEE MY MOMMY MAKEOVER RESULTS?

You start seeing your results once the surgery is done. However, the results become more pronounced as the swellings go down. It takes about three months to see the complete results of your procedure.

With the right surgeon, the risk of complications is minimized. You should probably get a mommy makeover if you have more than one problem area you want to take care of for the following reasons:

• You go under the knife once.
• It is cheaper to get two or more procedures at the same time than to do them separately.
• You get to recover from everything at the same time.



At MiKO Plastic Surgery, your satisfaction is our primary goal. Dr. Michael K. Obeng is a Harvard-trained surgeon who is highly skilled in performing even the impossible. Book a consult or call the office at (310) 275-2705 to discuss your options!