MOMMY MAKEOVER

WHAT IS A MOMMY MAKEOVER AND HOW IS IT DONE?

Becoming a mother is a highly anticipated event for many women. However, pregnancy and breastfeeding often lead to changes in a woman's body that can affect her confidence and comfort. When diet and exercise fail to achieve the desired results, a mommy makeover comes into play.

A Mommy Makeover Is a Comprehensive Process

That Must Be Tailored to Each Individual A mommy makeover involves performing various surgeries together to correct the changes experienced after pregnancy and breastfeeding. These surgical combinations need to be selected according to the individual's specific needs. The surgeries typically include procedures to achieve firmer and appropriately sized breasts as well as a more toned and aesthetically pleasing abdomen. The treatments for breast changes vary depending on the patient’s needs. For example, some women may experience significant skin sagging, while others may see a decrease in breast volume. These changes can occur in different degrees together, necessitating varied surgical approaches. Similarly, abdominal surgeries are tailored to the patient, addressing issues such as sagging skin, muscle laxity, or fat accumulation to different extents. Therefore, the procedures are customized based on the severity of these changes and the patient’s expectations.

“Mommy makeovers are comprehensive processes that need to be tailored to the individual, taking into account their needs and expectations. Women who notice permanent changes in their bodies after pregnancy, breastfeeding, dramatic weight loss, or aging, and who wish to address these changes, may opt for a mommy makeover. Ideal candidates are those who have reached their target weight and maintained it for a period of time. Additionally, the breastfeeding period should be completed, with at least six months having passed since the last breastfeeding.”

What to Expect from a Mommy Makeover

Different methods can be applied in a mommy makeover surgery, and the duration of these surgeries can vary. Generally, a mommy makeover takes between 2 to 5 hours, depending on the extent of the procedures involved. The postoperative recovery period varies based on the patient’s age, general health, tissue quality, and the techniques used during the surgery. It is crucial for patients to adhere to the recommended guidelines during the recovery period. This includes refraining from smoking, avoiding heavy and intense exercise, and maintaining a healthy diet until the recovery process is complete. It is common for multiple issues to arise in various areas following pregnancy and breastfeeding. A mommy makeover offers the advantage of addressing multiple procedures in one session, allowing the patient to experience a single recovery period. Additionally, addressing the entire body at once ensures more harmonious and cohesive results. However, in cases of severe issues, it might not be feasible to perform all procedures in one session, and multiple sessions may be necessary. The doctor’s role is to inform the patient about the appropriate treatment plan based on their current conditions and guide them through this process.

Ebopras; European plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery qualification. As can be viewed on the official website at Ebopras.org, it is a postgraduate qualification given as a result of the written and oral exams organized once a year by the European Plastic Surgery Association. Ebopras is a Quality Recognition.

Op. Dr. Hakan TEYMUR received this certificate on 6 November 2016.