Mommy Makeover Transforms 49-year-old Woman's Shape in Raleigh, NC*

Mommy Makeover is a term used to describe a combination surgery where the aftereffects of pregnancy are addressed with a variety of procedures. Usually this involves a tummy tuck with some sort of breast surgery (reduction, lift, augmentation or augmentation mastopexy). to address breast ptosis or sagging. Pannus formation, loose abdominal skin and stretch marks, diastasis rectus as well as fat accumulation (lipodystrophy) are often treated with abdominoplasty and liposuction. Recovery from a big procedure like this can be several weeks of mostly homebound care followed by 2-4 more weeks of limited activity. Return to the gym may occur at 6 weeks but full return may be up to 3 months. Dr Lyle uses Exparel (a long-lasting numbing medication) to provide immediate pain control and allow outpatient surgery. This 49-year-old woman wanted breast lift without implants as well as tummy tuck with liposuction. She underwent Mastopexy, tummy tuck with liposuction to the flanks and abdomen. Her abdominal tissue weighed 5 pounds. She recovered nicely. She had a true transformation which would have been impossible with diet, exercise or non-invasive treatments. alone. Patients frequently ask "what BMI do I have to be?" The answer is not straightforward and must be individualized. Generally, Dr Lyle restricts these procedures to patients with BMI under 35 ( if otherwise healthy). Cost of mommy makeover varies depending on what exactly is done but ranges from $16,00-$25,000.