Breast Augmentation: Cost, Reviews, Photos

Breast augmentation and tummy tuck

Breast augmentation and Tummy Tuck are very frequently combined procedures. It is safe, and does not make the surgery excessively longer to perform. The combination will give you better body image and proportions. (Samir Shureih, MD, Baltimore Plastic Surgeon)

Tummy tuck and breast augmentation are common components of a mommy makeover

It’s very common to undergo tummy tuck and cosmetic breast surgery at the same procedure. These procedures are collectively called “mommy makeovers” or post-maternity breast and body reshaping.

Tummy tuck breast augmentation before after images

Mommy makeovers are individualized for each patient, but procedures performed include tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation, breast lift and breast reduction.

No two patients are the same, so the mommy makeover combines the best of these procedures to restore a youthful, pre-pregnancy body. Candidates for mommy makeovers are in good physical condition without serious medical problems. Your best bet is consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. (Sam Jejurikar, MD, Dallas Plastic Surgeon)

Breast augmentation and Tummy Tuck a very popular combination

Tummy tuck breast augmentation before after photos

I often perform these two surgeries at the same time. Often, the implants can be placed through the tummy tuck incision so there is no additional scar on the breast. Depending on your size and how long the surgery takes, your surgeon may want to take extra precautions to prevent a blood clot and will most likely want to admit you overnight. Make sure you discuss the pros and cons of doing the surgeries together vs. separately with your surgeon. (Jeffrey Horowitz, MD, Bel Air Plastic Surgeon)

Mommy makeover

This combination of surgeries is done on a daily basis in this country. It’s one of the most common combination procedures in plastic surgery and it’s very safe to do. It recently has been popularized since many choose to do it all at once since both of these areas are changed after having children. One anesthetic is often preferable and the recovery can be rolled into one time.

Tummy tuck breast augmentation before after pictures

The surgery is fairly simple and the recovery is dependent on the tummy tuck. For a larger tummy tuck operation some may need up to about two weeks. The results however are very very favorable and everybody is glad they did it. (Ricardo A. Meade, MD, Dallas Plastic Surgeon)

Breast Augmentation commonly performed with tummy tuck procedure

As my colleagues have stated, breast procedures are commonly performed with tummy tuck procedures. In fact, these combo procedures are what we refer to as “mommy makeover” procedures. Your board certified ASPS member surgeon will assess your health status and length of surgery to determine if an overnight stay is needed. (C. Bob Basu, MD, FACS, Houston Plastic Surgeon)

Breast implants and tummy tuck together a common procedure

Tummy tuck breast augmentation before after surgery

Since pregnancies affect both the breasts and abdomen, the combination of procedures done to “get your old body back” is popularly known as the “mommy makeover.” It certainly makes sense to do them both together, as it saves money and “down time” for recovery. The main question is safety. The issue here is how much surgery should be done at one setting, and it probably relates most to the length of surgery.

There have been some good studies reported attesting to the safety of the mommy makeover procedure, but it still has to be done within a reasonable amount of time, which in my practice is usually under 3-4 hours. If the tummy tuck alone takes that long, then you may be getting into issues related to long anesthesia times and potentially longer recovery time. (Richard Baxter, MD, Seattle Plastic Surgeon)

Mommy Makeovers – Combining the tummy tuck with the breast augmentation

When approaching a surgical plan that involves two areas, you should be aware that it increases operative time and the amount of exposure in in the operating room which can lead to hypothermia and increased risk. That being said, these two procedures that you have mentioned can be performed together in a responsible method well under 6 or 7 hours.

It is a very common combination, often referred to as a “mommy makeover” though this is a generic term. If you are healthy, and have discussed the plan at length with your board certified plastic surgeon, then they would be safe to combine in one procedure.

Make sure it is done in a certified operating room and maybe consider an overnight stay. (Andrew P. Trussler, MD, Austin Plastic Surgeon)

Mommy Makeover – Breast Augmentation + Tummy Tuck

The mommy makeover usually is a combination of a breast augmentation and a tummy tuck. The tummy tuck can range from a mini-tuck to combining liposuction and removal of skin (Lipoabdominoplasty). The results can improve the appearance of your abdomen as well as remove some the stretch marks encountered during pregnancy.

In addition, breast implants can help to fill in the post-pregnancy delfated skin the the breast. Overall the results are very rewarding for women. (Ankit Desai, MD, Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon)

Breast enhancement and body contouring procedures are a great combination

One of the most common patients that I see in my practice is the young mom (25-45 years of age) who has had children and has also seen changes to her body as a result of pregnancy. For these young, healthy patients the BEFORE BABY BODY makeover is an excellent way to regain back that pre-baby body in one session. Is this procedure without its risks? NO. And for that reason, I carefully screen all of my patients interested in this procedure for any medical risks that would make this surgery more risky.

I also require anyone undergoing surgery for 6 hours or greater to stay overnight in an accredited facility. When this surgery is performed by a trained and experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, it can make a dramatic and very positive change in a woman’s appearance. The advantages to combining these two surgeries include not only cost savings but, more importantly, one healing period. Most patients are back to work in a week with a new look and are extremely pleased with their outcome. (Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS, Denver Plastic Surgeon)

Breast augmentation and tummy tuck are often performed together

Performing breast augmentation and tummy tuck surgery at the same time is extremely common. Often this is referred to as a Mommy Makeover, which many times also includes a breast lift and/or liposuction. One of the greatest benefits of performing breast augmentation and abdominoplasty together is that patients can opt for a “scarless” breast augmentation. This technique utilizes the tummy tuck incision to insert the breast implants.

Because this is a more advanced technique, it is even more important to select a qualified surgeon who specializes in these types of procedures. A good place to begin your search is plasticsurgery.org.

When you select a surgeon who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery you know that he or she has undergone extensive training and certification in the specialized field of plastic surgery. (Tarick K. Smaili, MD, Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon)