Mommy Makeovers

Breast Augmentation, Abdominoplasty, Liposuction

What is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation, or augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breast. This has become one of the most popular procedures performed today. Breast size can easily be increased by one or more bra cup sizes. There are many reasons why women choose to undergo breast augmentation. Some women wish to increase the size of their breasts in order to enhance their body contour. Breast augmentation can correct breasts of different size, or help women that have lost shape in their breasts as a result of age, pregnancy or nursing. There are other reasons why women choose to undergo breast augmentation. However, the individual must have realistic goals and expectations for the procedure. Be sure to discuss with your doctor your reasons for wanting to enhance the size of your breasts.

What is an Abdominoplasty?

Tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, can help individuals reduce or remove the appearance of a protruding abdomen leaving the area looking flatter and tighter. This is achieved by removing excess skin and fat from the abdominal area, and having the muscles tightened. Those who can benefit the most of the procedure are those who find that they are in good physical shape, but find their abdomen is still possessing excess skin and fat. This protruding abdomen can be the result of multiple pregnancies or after losing a significant amount of weight. In both cases, the abdomen has been stretched to a point where dieting and exercise have no effect on changing its appearance. However a tummy tuck is the procedure that offers a solution and allows an individual to achieve that flat stomach they’ve always wanted. There are options to the traditional tummy tuck procedure; a mini tummy tuck, or simply liposuction can gain the appearance of a firmer abdomen. A mini tummy tuck is designed to help those who are dissatisfied with their abdominal appearance below the navel. Liposuction removes just the fat from the abdominal area to gain a flatter appearance.

What is Liposuction?

There are many individuals looking to improve their bodily appearance. Many choose to diet and exercise, however some individuals possess fat deposits that are actually resistant to these methods. This may seem like the goal of reaching a better body is out of reach for these individuals, however liposuction offers a solution. Liposuction is a procedure that can remove these fat deposits that are diet and exercise resistant and achieve a better-shaped body.

Although liposuction removes fat from unwanted areas, this procedure should not be considered as a substitute for exercise, nor is liposuction designed for weight loss. Liposuction is a body contouring procedure. It is designed to help those who are near their normal body weight, but still possess bulging areas of fat. After undergoing liposuction, most patients find that not only has their appearance improved, but they also feel more confident about their appearance.

Liposuction can treat areas such as the neck, abdomen, chest and many other areas. This procedure can also be performed on several areas during a single operation, however consult with a cosmetic surgeon as to the possible risks for undergoing liposuction in multiple areas. There are various fat removal methods a surgeon can use to perform liposuction. These include the tumescent technique, Ultrasound Assisted Lipoplasty (UAL), and others.

What is Breast Lift?

Breast lift is a surgical procedure designed to raise and reshape the breasts, which results in a firmer and more uplifted appearance. Age, pregnancy, breast-feeding and other factors can cause the breasts to sag. Loss of skin elasticity, gravity and other factors can ultimately affect the shape and firmness of the breasts. During breast lift excess skin and fat are removed, then the breast is raised and lifted. It also involves repositioning of the nipples and areolas. This procedure is not permanent, and cannot permanently delay the effects that cause the breasts to sag. However, undergoing a breast lift can help a woman achieve a more youthful breast contour.

There are many reasons why women choose to undergo a breast lift. Some women have adequate size breasts, but they are not well positioned. Then there are those who lack substance or firmness in their breasts. A breast lift can even help women correct a condition where one breast is firm and well positioned, while the other is not. There are other conditions that qualify for wanting a breast lift, however, those still thinking about pregnancy should consider waiting before undergoing this procedure. Breast lift surgery can be performed alone, or in conjunction with breast augmentation to add more volume to the breast.