By Jerome Edelstein, MD
Custom cosmetic surgery- what could be better for addressing your particular post-baby body needs? Mommy makeovers in Toronto are a trending choice year after year, yet the term describes multiple procedures tied together. These are typically cosmetic surgeries that improve the appearance of the breasts or belly, combined for a dramatic impact.
The great thing about a mommy makeover is there aren’t really any rules about which procedures can and can’t be a part of yours. In fact, you don’t even need to be a mommy to get one. There are a few top surgery choices that are requested for this makeover package more than the rest.
What are some limitations for creating the ultimate Toronto mommy makeover?
As customizable as this procedure is, the options aren’t entirely limitless. You will be restricted by the safety factors for length of surgery and anaesthetic, as well as the practicality and safety of multiple surgery sites. When you meet with your plastic surgeon in person for the first time, you’ll be able to share which body areas concern you, and they’ll let you know what could be targeted all in one shot. 6 hours of total surgery time is usually a line to stay below.
You’ll also be able to handle 2 or 3 surgical sites healing at one time, but your surgeon won’t want you to be completely bedridden or too uncomfortable during healing. Some procedures, like the Brazilian Butt Lift, require conflicting post-operative positioning needs with abdominoplasty.
What are the top procedure combinations?
Most classically, Toronto mommy makeover clients choose an abdominoplasty along with a breast augmentation or lift. This addressed the two tissue areas most visibly changed by childbirth. Commonly today, augmentation-mastopexy which combines a breast lift and implants, is the preferred choice. Women whose breasts have enlarged uncomfortably over time may also choose a breast reduction.
There are a few different versions of the tummy tuck depending on individual needs, and an additional procedure some women add is labiaplasty. It will add only minimal time to the surgery, but liposuction as another popular add on, is carefully timed and added when safely possible.
Plan for recovery
Mommy makeover surgery could result in lifted, fuller breasts, a smoother belly and trim waist. You might add liposuction sculpting or labiaplasty to rejuvenate the vaginal opening. Women who choose these combinations will spend slightly longer in recovery than they would have with a single surgery. The activity restrictions can feel more limiting when multiple body areas are treated, so it’s strongly advised that patients arrange adequate help with household tasks, errands, child and pet care for at least a few weeks. The benefits include the fact that only one recovery time is needed and once it’s done, you’ll have a complete makeover with multiple beautiful body improvements.
If you think a mommy makeover might be right for you, we welcome you to contact Edelstein Cosmetic to schedule a consultation