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Mommy Makeover
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Houston Mommy Makeover at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics
Motherhood is one of life’s most beautiful journeys. It’s filled with heartwarming milestones, unconditional love, and the incredible experience of watching your children grow. But as rewarding as motherhood is, it also brings challenges—especially when it comes to the physical changes your body endures during pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. These changes can sometimes leave moms feeling less confident or disconnected from their pre-baby selves.
Even with diligent efforts to eat well and stay active, many moms find it difficult—if not impossible—to regain their pre-pregnancy figure. Stretch marks, sagging skin, stubborn fat, and deflated breasts are all common concerns that can linger long after the postpartum period. For many women, these physical changes don’t just affect their appearance—they can also impact their sense of self-esteem and comfort in their own skin.
That’s where a Mommy Makeover comes in. Designed specifically to address the unique changes brought on by pregnancy and motherhood, a Mommy Makeover can help women restore their natural, pre-baby silhouette. This customized combination of surgical and non-surgical procedures can sculpt, lift, and rejuvenate multiple areas of the body, leaving you feeling more like yourself—and sometimes even better than before! With dramatic, confidence-boosting results, a Mommy Makeover can help you reclaim the confidence and energy that motherhood deserves. By restoring a pre-baby body and improving a woman’s confidence and self-esteem, the results from a Mommy Makeover can be dramatic!
"Dr. Ravi is a great doctor and a true professional! I had a Mommy Makeover some months back, and the results are more than I expected. I couldn't ask for more. His staff is professional and welcoming. Dr. Ravi is very informative, personable, and a true perfectionist. He will make you feel comfortable and reassured with any procedure you have by answering all your questions and putting any anxiety at ease."
- Linda F., Houston, TX
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Mommy Makeover Before & Afters
Design Your Perfect Procedure
What is a Mommy Makeover?
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Ravi Somayazula is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
A Mommy Makeover is more than just a collection of cosmetic procedures—it’s a way to help moms feel like the best version of themselves again. Over time, the physical demands of pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can cause lasting changes to the body. A Mommy Makeover is designed to address those changes, restoring balance, shape, and confidence.
At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, Harvard-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ravi Somayazula specializes in crafting personalized Mommy Makeover plans. These plans combine multiple procedures into one cohesive treatment tailored to the unique needs and goals of each patient. Whether you’re looking to rejuvenate your breasts, flatten your abdomen, or contour other areas of your body, Dr. Ravi’s Mommy Makeover approach ensures that you achieve natural-looking, harmonious results.
Typical procedures
included in a Mommy Makeover may involve:
Breast Augmentation with Implants
Breast augmentation with implants enhances the size, shape, and fullness of the breasts, helping restore lost volume after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Whether you prefer a subtle enhancement or a more dramatic look, Dr. Ravi uses implants to create results that are natural and balanced, in harmony with your overall silhouette. You’ll have the option to choose from saline or silicone implants to best match your personal goals.
Breast Augmentation With Fat Grafting
For those looking for a more natural approach to breast enhancement, fat grafting offers a beautiful solution. This technique involves using your body’s own fat—harvested through liposuction from areas like the abdomen or thighs—and injecting it into the breasts to restore lost volume and improve shape. The results are subtle, soft, and 100% natural, making it an excellent choice for women who prefer implant-free enhancement.
Breast Lift (With or Without Breast Augmentation)
A breast lift focuses on repositioning and reshaping sagging breasts to restore a more youthful, perky contour. For women whose breasts have lost firmness or appear deflated after pregnancy and breastfeeding, a lift can dramatically improve their shape. When combined with augmentation, it adds fullness and volume, giving you a complete rejuvenation.
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck is one of the most popular components of a Mommy Makeover, targeting loose skin, stretched abdominal muscles, and stubborn fat in the midsection. This procedure tightens the abdominal wall, repairs diastasis recti, and removes excess skin for a flatter, more toned look. The result is a firmer, smoother abdomen that allows you to feel more confident in your clothing—or out of it!
Arm lift (brachioplasty)
For women who struggle with loose, sagging skin on their upper arms—often referred to as “bat wings”—an arm lift can restore a slimmer, more toned appearance. By removing excess skin and contouring the arms, this procedure creates a smoother, more youthful silhouette. Whether your arms have changed due to weight fluctuations or the natural aging process, this can be a life-changing addition to your makeover.
High-Definition VASER Liposuction
VASER Liposuction is an advanced body contouring technique that uses ultrasound technology to break up fat cells with precision. This allows for more sculpted and defined results compared to traditional liposuction. High-definition VASER Liposuction is perfect for targeting stubborn areas of fat in the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or arms, creating a leaner and more athletic appearance.
Aveli Cellulite Treatment
Aveli is a groundbreaking treatment that directly addresses cellulite at its source—beneath the skin’s surface. By targeting the fibrous bands that cause dimpling, this minimally invasive procedure smooths the skin for a sleeker, more even appearance. Aveli delivers long-lasting results and is an excellent option for enhancing body contour alongside other Mommy Makeover procedures.
Skin Tightening With Renuvion Skin Tightening
Loose skin doesn’t have to be a permanent reminder of pregnancy or weight changes. Renuvion Skin Tightening uses advanced helium plasma and radiofrequency technology to tighten and firm skin on areas like the abdomen, arms, or thighs. This minimally invasive treatment is ideal for women who want to achieve smoother, more youthful contours without extensive surgery.
Dr. Ravi’s Mommy Makeover isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution—it’s an artful combination of techniques designed specifically for you. Whether performed in one procedure or staged over several visits, a Mommy Makeover empowers women to feel more like themselves, enhancing confidence and revitalizing their post-baby appearance.
Your Mommy Makeover, Your Way
What’s Included in a Mommy Makeover?
Every Mommy Makeover at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics is custom-tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. This highly personalized approach ensures that your procedure addresses the specific areas of concern brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.
While the most common combination of procedures includes a tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast enhancement (augmentation or lift), your Mommy Makeover can be expanded to include additional techniques. Dr. Ravi will work closely with you during your consultation to create a plan that achieves your ideal results.
Here’s a closer look at some of the procedures that can be included in a Mommy Makeover:
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Tightens the abdominal muscles, repairs diastasis recti, and removes excess skin for a smoother, flatter midsection.
- Breast Augmentation or Lift: Restores lost volume, reshapes sagging breasts, or enhances overall fullness and contour.
- Liposuction: Removes stubborn fat deposits to improve body proportions and sculpt targeted areas, such as the hips, thighs, flanks, or abdomen.
- Skin Tightening: Procedures like Renuvion help address loose or sagging skin on various parts of the body.
- Arm Lift: Reduces excess skin and fat on the upper arms for a more toned, streamlined appearance.
- Aveli Cellulite Treatment: Smooths dimpling and cellulite, helping to create a more even skin texture.
With Dr. Ravi’s expert guidance, your Mommy Makeover is more than a set of procedures—it’s a transformational journey designed to restore your confidence and help you feel your best. Whether you’re seeking subtle improvements or a more dramatic change, this comprehensive approach is tailored to your body, goals, and lifestyle.
Is Now a Good Time for a Mommy Makeover?
Choosing the right time for a Mommy Makeover is an important part of the decision-making process. While the transformative results are exciting to imagine, timing your surgery properly ensures the best outcomes for your body and lifestyle. Here are some key factors to consider:
Are You Ready to Take Your Body Back?
A Mommy Makeover is an empowering step toward reclaiming your confidence and sense of self. If you’re feeling ready to address the physical changes that pregnancy has left behind—whether it’s loose skin, stubborn fat, or sagging breasts—you’re in the right place to begin your journey. It’s also important that your body has fully recovered from pregnancy and childbirth. For breastfeeding moms, we recommend waiting at least six months after weaning to allow your breasts to stabilize before undergoing any surgical procedures.
Do You Have Time to Recover?
Recovery is an essential part of the Mommy Makeover process, so it’s important to ensure you have the time and support you’ll need to heal properly. Most patients take at least two weeks off work and daily responsibilities, with full recovery taking several weeks to months, depending on the procedures included. Having a reliable support system in place—whether it’s a partner, family, or close friends—can make all the difference during this time.
Are You Willing to Follow Pre- and Post-Operative Instructions?
To ensure a safe and successful outcome, following Dr. Ravi’s pre- and post-op care instructions is critical. This includes avoiding smoking, following dietary and medication guidelines, and committing to a gradual return to physical activity. Patients who take an active role in their recovery often see the best results and enjoy a smoother healing process.
Are You Finished Having Children?
While it’s not a strict requirement, Mommy Makeover surgery is generally recommended for women who are no longer planning to have children. Future pregnancies could reverse some of the results of your surgery, especially when it comes to your abdomen or breasts. If you’re certain that your family is complete, now may be the perfect time to move forward with your procedure.
Beautiful Inside and Out
What are the benefits of a Mommy Makeover?
Motherhood brings countless rewards, but the physical changes it leaves behind can sometimes feel overwhelming. A Mommy Makeover is designed to help women rediscover their confidence by addressing these changes and enhancing their natural beauty. Beyond the physical improvements, the benefits of a Mommy Makeover extend to your emotional well-being, empowering you to feel comfortable and radiant in your own skin.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, your body undergoes dramatic transformations. The breasts often swell, stretching the skin and ligaments, and may lose their firmness and shape once breastfeeding ends. Similarly, the abdominal muscles stretch to accommodate a growing baby, which can result in loose skin, stretch marks, and diastasis recti (separation of the abdominal muscles). Unfortunately, even with a healthy lifestyle, some of these changes can’t be reversed without surgical intervention. A Mommy Makeover is the solution, offering comprehensive rejuvenation tailored to your unique needs.
Benefits of a Mommy Makeover include:
- Restores Breast Volume and Shape: Pregnancy and breastfeeding often cause breasts to lose volume, appear deflated, or sag. A Mommy Makeover can lift and enhance the breasts, restoring their fullness and creating a perkier, more youthful silhouette.
- Enhances Abdominal Contour: A tummy tuck repairs separated abdominal muscles, removes excess skin, and flattens the midsection. This creates a smoother, firmer, and more toned abdominal profile.
- Reduces Stubborn Fat Deposits: Liposuction targets areas of stubborn fat that diet and exercise can’t eliminate, such as the hips, thighs, flanks, and abdomen. This helps refine your overall body proportions.
- Improves Confidence and Self-Esteem: Restoring your pre-pregnancy silhouette can have a significant impact on how you feel about yourself. Many women report feeling more confident in their clothing and enjoying improved self-esteem after their Mommy Makeover.
- Minimizes Stretch Marks and Loose Skin: Excess skin in the abdomen or other areas is removed, and in some cases, stretch marks can be reduced or eliminated.
- Creates a Harmonious, Sculpted Appearance: By addressing multiple areas of the body at once, a Mommy Makeover delivers balanced and natural-looking results, enhancing your overall silhouette.
- The best part? Every Mommy Makeover is fully customizable, meaning your procedure is tailored specifically to your body, your goals, and your vision for the results. This is about embracing your journey as a mom while treating yourself to the care and transformation you deserve.
"The idea of “Mom Guilt” is very real, and I see it daily. Once my patients move past this hesitation to regain their pre-pregnancy bodies, their only question is, 'How come I waited so long?’ Their physical transformation ultimately provides an emotional and psychological transformation as well. Patients frequently tell me that, aesthetically, it's the best they have ever looked in their entire lives, even prior to having kids. I am honored and privileged to help so many moms regain their self-esteem. This is one of the many reasons I chose to become a plastic surgeon."
-Dr. Ravi Somayazula
Empowering You With Expert Guidance
Your Private Mommy Makeover Consultation
Your journey toward feeling like your best self starts with a private, personalized consultation with Dr. Ravi Somayazula. At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, we understand that considering a Mommy Makeover is a big decision, which is why we’re here to guide you every step of the way. This one-on-one meeting is your opportunity to share your concerns, ask questions, and learn more about what’s possible.
During your consultation, Dr. Ravi will perform a detailed physical examination to evaluate your areas of concern. He will assess factors such as your skin elasticity, the degree of muscle separation, and areas of stubborn fat that may benefit from liposuction or contouring. This allows him to recommend a custom combination of procedures to meet your unique goals. Whether you’re seeking a subtle enhancement or a more transformative result, Dr. Ravi will ensure your treatment plan is tailored to you.
What to Expect at Your Consultation:
- A warm and welcoming environment where your questions and concerns are treated with care and respect.
- A thorough evaluation of your body and detailed discussion of your goals.
- Expert recommendations on the most effective procedures to achieve your desired results.
- Precise measurements and photographs to assist in creating your personalized surgical plan.
- A review of what to expect before, during, and after surgery, including recovery timelines and steps.
At Body by Ravi, we believe that informed patients feel empowered and confident about their decisions. Dr. Ravi takes the time to explain every aspect of the Mommy Makeover process, from the surgical techniques involved to what you can expect during recovery. You’ll also meet with one of our patient care coordinators, who will be your go-to resource for logistical questions, scheduling, and additional support throughout the process.
We understand that this journey is about more than physical changes—it’s about feeling supported and cared for at every stage. That’s why we invite you to set aside up to 90 minutes for your consultation. This allows Dr. Ravi and his team to thoroughly address your concerns and craft a treatment plan that aligns with your vision for your results.
Your confidence and comfort are our priority. To schedule your consultation, call us at 281-346-9038 or fill out our online contact form today.
Makeovers For Moms and More
Why choose Body By Ravi?
At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, we understand that no two patients—and no two journeys—are alike. While the Mommy Makeover is traditionally associated with women who’ve gone through pregnancy and childbirth, the procedures that fall under this category can benefit anyone looking to restore or enhance their body’s natural beauty. Whether you’re a mom, a busy professional, or someone simply ready to take the next step in achieving your aesthetic goals, our team is here to support you.
Dr. Ravi Somayazula is a Harvard-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon with years of expertise in breast and body procedures. A member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Ravi is recognized for his surgical skill and compassionate, patient-focused care. His approach goes beyond simply achieving beautiful results—it's about creating a supportive experience that empowers patients to feel confident in their decisions and outcomes.
Dr. Ravi’s accolades and commitment to excellence speak for themselves. Patients consistently praise his attention to detail, warm bedside manner, and ability to craft natural-looking results. His expertise in advanced surgical techniques ensures that your Mommy Makeover will be customized to suit your body, lifestyle, and personal vision.
At Body by Ravi, we also understand that aesthetics isn’t just about surgery. That’s why we offer a full suite of non-surgical options to complement your transformation. From Botox and Morpheus8 to chemical peels and facial rejuvenation treatments, our practice is equipped to meet all of your cosmetic needs under one roof. We even offer Aveli cellulite treatments and non-invasive body contouring solutions for patients looking to enhance their results without downtime.
And let’s not forget our male patients! Our "Daddy Do-Over" options are designed to help men achieve their own body goals, whether through liposuction, muscle contouring, or facial treatments. At Body by Ravi, we pride ourselves on offering customized solutions for every patient, regardless of age, stage, or gender.
Why Choose Us?
- Dr. Ravi’s Harvard training and board certification ensure the highest standard of care.
- A boutique practice environment that prioritizes patient comfort and satisfaction.
- A personalized, results-driven approach tailored to your unique needs.
- A full range of surgical and non-surgical solutions to address your aesthetic goals.
- A caring team that provides support every step of the way.
Your transformation is about more than just the results—it’s about feeling empowered, confident, and cared for throughout the entire process. At Body by Ravi, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve those goals in a way that feels right for you.
Schedule a consultation today and let us craft the right set of services to meet your needs.
Totally Bespoke. Totally Beautiful.
Your Mommy Makeover Procedure
Your Mommy Makeover is a completely personalized experience, from the initial consultation to the final results. Dr. Ravi and his team take every step to ensure your procedure is designed to fit your body, lifestyle, and goals. Here’s what you can expect throughout the process:
Mommy Makeover Pre-Op Evaluation
Approximately two weeks before your surgery, you’ll come in for a pre-operative evaluation. This is an important appointment where Dr. Ravi and his team will review every detail of your procedure and recovery plan. During this visit:
- You’ll receive personalized pre- and post-op instructions to help prepare for a smooth recovery.
- Pre-operative photographs will be taken to document your progress and final results.
- Any necessary prescriptions—such as antibiotics, pain medications, or anti-nausea medications—will be provided so you can pick them up in advance.
This appointment is designed to provide you with the information and tools you need to feel confident and prepared for your Mommy Makeover.
Before Your Mommy Makeover
In the weeks leading up to your Mommy Makeover, you’ll need to make a few lifestyle adjustments to optimize your results and reduce the risk of complications. Dr. Ravi will advise you to:
- Stop taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory medications, and certain supplements at least two weeks before surgery. These can increase the risk of bruising and interfere with healing.
- Avoid smoking for at least four weeks before and after surgery, as smoking can delay wound healing and increase the risk of complications.
- Plan for your recovery by arranging for a responsible adult to assist you in the first 24–48 hours post-surgery.
- Prepare your home with recovery essentials, such as comfortable clothing, healthy meals, and any medical supplies recommended by Dr. Ravi.
By following these steps, you’ll set yourself up for a successful surgery and recovery experience.
The Day of Your Mommy Makeover
Your Mommy Makeover will be performed as outpatient surgery at our fully accredited surgical center. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia, with a board-certified anesthesiologist present to ensure your safety and comfort throughout.
Depending on the combination of procedures included, your Mommy Makeover may take several hours to complete. Some patients may benefit from an overnight stay or at-home assistance during the first 24 hours.
The surgeries typically included in a Mommy Makeover—such as a tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation, breast lift, or an army lift—can often be performed together during a single procedure. However, in some cases, Dr. Ravi may recommend staging the surgeries over multiple visits to prioritize safety and optimize your results.
Dr. Ravi’s meticulous surgical techniques are designed to minimize scarring and create natural, harmonious results. Every step of the procedure is performed with the utmost care, ensuring that your transformation aligns with your aesthetic goals.
Here for You Every Step of the Way
Your Mommy Makeover Recovery
The recovery process is a vital part of your Mommy Makeover journey. It’s during this time that your body heals, and the stunning results of your procedure begin to take shape. Dr. Ravi and his dedicated team are here to support you through every step, ensuring you feel informed, comfortable, and cared for.
What to Expect Immediately After Surgery
After your Mommy Makeover, you’ll spend a few hours in our recovery area as you wake up from anesthesia and our team monitors your initial healing. Once you’re cleared to go home, you’ll need a trusted adult to drive you and stay with you for the first 24–48 hours.
During the first few days, you may experience swelling, soreness, and tightness in the treated areas. Dr. Ravi will prescribe medications to help manage discomfort and keep you as comfortable as possible. You’ll also be encouraged to take short walks around your home to improve circulation and reduce the risk of blood clots.
The Weeks Following Surgery
- First Week: Most patients take about one to two weeks off from work and daily responsibilities to rest and recover. During this time, you’ll focus on gentle movement and following all of Dr. Ravi’s aftercare instructions, such as wearing compression garments or avoiding certain activities.
- Weeks Two to Four: As your body continues to heal, you’ll begin to feel more like yourself. Light activities can be resumed, but you’ll need to avoid heavy lifting or vigorous exercise for at least six weeks. Moms with young children may need extra help during this time to avoid putting strain on their body.
- Months Two to Six: Swelling will continue to subside, and your final results will gradually become more apparent. While scars will begin to fade, it’s important to protect them from sun exposure to ensure they heal as discreetly as possible.
Follow-Up Care with Dr. Ravi
Dr. Ravi takes a proactive approach to your recovery, scheduling multiple follow-up appointments to monitor your healing and ensure your results are progressing as planned. These visits also provide an opportunity to ask questions, share any concerns, and receive guidance on returning to normal activities.
Most patients feel ready to resume their regular routines, including work, within two weeks. However, strenuous activities such as heavy lifting and high-impact exercise should be avoided until Dr. Ravi provides clearance—typically around the six-week mark.
Long-Term Results
As your body heals, you’ll notice the transformative effects of your Mommy Makeover: a flatter, firmer abdomen, more youthful and shapely breasts, and a contoured, proportionate silhouette. While some swelling may persist for up to six months, your results will continue to improve, leaving you with a renewed sense of confidence.
At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, our commitment to your care doesn’t end after surgery. Dr. Ravi and his team are available around the clock to address any questions or concerns, ensuring you feel supported at every stage of your recovery.
TRANSFORMATIVE AND LASTING
YOUR MOMMY MAKEOVER RESULTS
A Mommy Makeover is not just about physical transformation—it’s about giving you the confidence to feel your best every day. The results of your procedure are designed to enhance your natural beauty and help you embrace the body you deserve after the incredible journey of motherhood.
How Long Do Results Last?
One of the best things about a Mommy Makeover is that the results can be long-lasting, especially when paired with a healthy lifestyle. While your body will continue to age naturally, maintaining a stable weight, eating well, and staying active can help preserve your results for years to come.
Dr. Ravi’s expert surgical techniques also ensure that scars are as discreet as possible, and his team will provide tips for scar care to promote smooth, even healing. Over time, most scars will fade and become barely noticeable, leaving you free to enjoy your new look with confidence.
How Will You Feel After a Mommy Makeover?
Beyond the physical transformation, a Mommy Makeover often has a profound impact on emotional well-being. Many women report feeling a renewed sense of self-confidence and pride in their appearance. The changes can also make day-to-day activities more enjoyable, whether it’s trying on clothes, attending social events, or simply looking in the mirror.
A Mommy Makeover is about so much more than reversing the effects of pregnancy—it’s about empowering yourself to feel beautiful, strong, and confident in every aspect of your life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The recovery from a Mommy Makeover will take from one to two weeks, although this will vary according to the individual patient and the techniques performed. Most women are feeling well enough to return to work in two weeks, sometimes sooner.
The Mommy Makeover procedure at Body By Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics is considered an extremely safe and effective technique. Dr. Ravi brings decades of experience to each procedure, offering patients dependable results. However, as with any surgical procedure, the Mommy Makeover holds some chance for complications. These can include bleeding, scarring, asymmetry, infection, and nerve damage. By choosing Choosing a board-certified surgeon such as Dr. Ravi, who is experienced in body contouring procedures, decreases the chance of complications following their Mommy Makeover.
Prior to scheduling your Mommy Makeover, a complimentary consultation will be scheduled with Dr. Ravi. At this time, the surgeon and his patient coordinator can review your personal needs in order to create a customized Mommy Makeover surgical plan. Dr. Ravi does have several tips, however, for those women considering a Mommy Makeover in the future:
Potential Mommy Makeover candidates should have no plans for future pregnancies. The changes that occur during pregnancy, including re-stretching of the abdominal tissue and breasts, can undo the benefits of surgery. While there will be no physical problems with childbearing in the future, additional pregnancies may result in stretched out stretched-out skin, which would require additional surgery to once again achieve the aesthetic results of the procedure.
Candidates for the Mommy Makeover should be within 15 pounds of their ideal body weight to ensure optimal final results. Any dramatic weight fluctuations in the future can affect the benefits of surgery. For this reason, patients should be at a stable weight for two to three months prior to their Mommy Makeover procedure.
When choosing the right time for a Mommy Makeover Houston candidates should remember to enlist assistance during the first several post-op days. Patients will be sore and tired for the first week, needing help with daily chores. Heavy lifting, including picking up small children, must be avoided for four to six weeks.
It's recommended to wait at least six months to a year after childbirth before considering a Mommy Makeover. This allows your body sufficient time to heal from pregnancy and delivery and for your weight and hormone levels to stabilize. For breastfeeding moms, it's best to wait until lactation has completely stopped for at least six months to ensure your breasts have returned to their baseline size and shape. This timeline ensures that the results of your Mommy Makeover are as precise and long-lasting as possible.
Absolutely! One of the advantages of a Mommy Makeover is its flexibility. In addition to the standard combination of a tummy tuck, breast enhancement, and liposuction, you can include other procedures tailored to your needs. These may range from an arm lift or thigh lift to non-surgical treatments like Botox, Morpheus8, or Aveli cellulite reduction. Dr. Ravi will work with you to create a customized plan that addresses all of your aesthetic goals in a safe and effective manner.
A Mommy Makeover is most effective for women who are close to their ideal weight. While liposuction can remove stubborn fat deposits, the procedure is not a weight-loss solution. For optimal results, it’s recommended to be within 10–15 pounds of your goal weight and to maintain a stable weight for at least two to three months before surgery. This ensures that your results will be proportionate, long-lasting, and tailored to your body’s natural contours.
If you are in generally good health, then you are an excellent candidate for a Mommy Makeover. During your initial consultation, a thorough medical history is taken to make sure you are a good surgical candidate. We also make sure your weight is within a good range based on your height. In most cases, someone who has had multiple pregnancies would benefit from an Abdominoplasty.
During that procedure, all the excess skin below the belly button is removed, and Liposuction is typically performed in the upper part of the abdomen, waist, and flank areas (sometimes, I also recommend Liposuction of the back and bra rolls to give that final touch to perfect the silhouette). The previous C-section scar is removed in this process, and the muscles of your abdominal wall are repaired to tighten and shrink your waistline.
As far as the breasts are concerned, either a Breast Lift only, Breast Reduction with Lift, Breast Implants only, or Breast Implants with Lift are the various possibilities to improve any concerns you may have. A popular procedure now is Fat Transfer to the Breasts with or without lift for those looking for a natural, subtle change. The specific recommendation for you will be based upon a clear understanding of what exactly bothers you about the shape and size of your breasts.
Depending on if the operation was performed laparoscopically (with small incisions and a camera) or a full vertical incision will determine when a Tummy Tuck can be performed. This can range from six weeks to six months. This time period ensures that the internal swelling has settled down and that the muscles have healed properly to prevent hernias.
Congratulations on your weight loss! To maximize your results, it is important to make sure that your weight has been at least stable for three months. Many individuals, after their majority loss of weight after a gastric sleeve, do put back on a small amount of weight. Making sure your weight has been stable for three months ensures that you will have the best result possible. The procedure involves a tummy tuck, which removes all the skin below your belly button, repairing the muscle to improve the waistline, and Liposuction of the flank and back areas. Breast implants are placed to replace the lost breast volume after weight loss, and a breast lift improves the shape of the breast over the implant by removing sagging skin. Typically, these procedures can be performed at the same time, but it is important to be seen by a board-certified plastic surgeon who performs many breast and body contouring procedures to examine you to make sure that you can safely undergo all these procedures at the same time.
The recovery process after surgery is just as important as your surgery, and we thoroughly explain the dos and don’ts following surgery. To have a successful recovery after your procedure, you will certainly need help around the house with the kids, and this specifically depends on their age and independence. In general, the first two weeks can be difficult, and you will be walking slightly hunched over and sleeping propped up. No lifting greater than five to ten pounds is permitted for approximately six weeks. Although it is very important that you begin walking the night of your procedure and continue this daily, you will not be able to participate in strenuous activity for six weeks to three months. I typically counsel my patients to walk 20 minutes the night of surgery and 15 minutes three times per day for two weeks to minimize the chance of blood clots in the legs. Depending upon the physical demands of what you do for work, most people may return to work after two weeks.
Depending upon your skin type, it can be common to have redness or hyperpigmentation after your procedures. A red scar is more common in lighter-skinned individuals. Typically, this improves with time. It takes a minimum of 6 weeks for incisions to heal, with continual scar fading and improvement in appearance for up to one year. At the one-year mark, the scar will likely have its final result. Certain non-invasive procedures, such as IPLs or lasers, can be used to help the scars look better. Also, a scar revision procedure may be performed to remove the old scar. At Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics, we spend time educating you on a strict scar care regimen, which includes scar massage and medical-grade silicone scar cream, both starting two weeks after surgery.
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Dr. Ravi Somayazula and Dr. Swapna Gopathi, are Board-Certified Physicians, while using who use a patient-centered approach and spend as much time as needed to make each patient feel special and respected—not just another person walking through the door. As a team, a one-of-a-kind treatment plan is created to address concerns from head to toe with the latest surgical and non-surgical techniques, including: Breast Augmentation (Implants), Tummy Tucks, Liposuction, Mommy Makeovers, miraDry®, Botox®, Dermal Fillers, and AVÉLI ® Cellulite treatment. Working side-by-side, Dr. Ravi and Dr. Gopathi strive to create a long-lasting relationship with each patient, meeting any new aesthetic needs as they arise. Together, the staff at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics take each patient step-by-step through their cosmetic journey to achieve the desired aesthetic results.
