Mommy Makeover In Seattle
If you are struggling with body image concerns after pregnancy, a mommy makeover can help. This surgical option can reverse the breast and abdominal changes that can linger beyond pregnancy. Whether you have loose skin, stubborn fat rolls, breast sagging, or separated abdominal muscles, a mommy makeover corrects it all in one surgery.
Renew your body after pregnancy with a mommy makeover from Dr. Hakim Said. The procedure enhances your body with your choice of the following:
Renew your body after pregnancy with a mommy makeover from Dr. Hakim Said. The procedure enhances your body with your choice of the following:
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Choosing a trusted and skilled surgeon, such as Dr. Said, is the best way to achieve a great mommy makeover result.
His clinical expertise includes complex abdominal wall repair and breast reconstruction. With 23 years of experience in face and body surgery, he has helped thousands of Seattle mothers get back the youthful, attractive body they want.
Dr. Said is a board-certified Seattle plastic surgeon who has been rated as a “Top Doctor” by Seattle magazine year after year. With a customized mommy makeover plan, you can renew your body and feel more confident after childbirth.
At your consultation for a mommy makeover Seattle plastic surgeon Dr. Hakim Said meets with you to discuss which areas you wish to improve. Perhaps you have sagging breasts, loose abdominal skin, ab muscle separation, stretch marks, or breast volume loss after pregnancy.
Dr. Said understands the toll pregnancy takes on the body. He is attentive to your needs, and will take the time to answer your questions. The goal of the consultation is not to push you to have surgery, but rather to help you decide if a mommy makeover is right for you, and what improvements would benefit you. Dr. Said is there to help you achieve your body contouring goals in a caring, supportive and professional setting.
Dr. Said is trained in complex abdominal repairs and breast reconstruction. Based on your discussion, he will create a surgical plan that fits your cosmetic preferences. You may choose to have a mini tummy tuck, full tummy tuck, liposuction, breast lift (with or without implants), or a combination of any of these. After the mommy makeover consultation, a member of his staff provides estimates for any services you are considering. The next step is booking your surgery date.
Please follow all pre-operative instructions. After taking your vitals and having you change into a into a dressing gown, Dr. Said meets with you to go over any last-minute questions. Markings are drawn on your skin to guide the surgery. An anesthesiologist administers medications to make you feel sleepy. Your vitals are constantly monitored during surgery. After your procedure, you will awake in a recovery room. Our Seattle mommy makeover patients return home the same day.
Breast Lift Procedure: Dr. Said places incisions on the breast. Usually a scar around the areola is used, and incisions on the lower breast. In select cases, a vertical incision can be avoided for a more natural, unoperated look. Through the incisions, the breast tissue can be lightened if needed. A breast lift tightens loose breast skin and raises drooping breasts. Breast implants or natural fat may be added once the excess skin is removed to restore volume to deflated breasts. Afterward, the incisions are closed neatly to minimize scarring.
Tummy Tuck Procedure: Dr. Said makes a horizontal incision on the lower abdomen. The tissue is dissected up to the ribs. The navel is freed from the skin so that it can be moved to a natural position on the abdomen later. Abdominal muscle separation is fixed by stitching the muscles together. The skin is pulled downward toward the pubic area so it is nice and taut. Excess skin is removed. A small incision is created for the belly button. The belly button is passed through the incision and sutured in place. The lower abdominal incision is closed in layers. The surgery takes approximately three to five hours. This describes a full tummy tuck with muscle repair. Techniques vary based on your individual tummy tuck plan. For example, a mini tummy tuck does not address the muscles or upper abdomen. Navel repositioning is also generally not necessary.
Liposuction Procedure: Dr. Said makes a small incision (1/4”). A local anesthetic is administered to stiffen the fat tissue and reduce bleeding. A cannula (thin, hollow tube) is inserted to loosen the fat. The fat cells are removed with machine-assisted suction. Liposuction takes between one to three hours. The length of time depends on the amount of fat to be removed. The incision is closed. The scar is hardly visible once healed.
The recovery time depends on the extent of your surgery. You may be asked to take two to six weeks off of work. Driving may be resumed when you feel confident that you have a full range of motion. Do not drive while taking prescription pain medications that cause drowsiness.
Please avoid heavy lifting and exercise for at least six to eight weeks. It is best to avoid intensive workout programs and core exercise in the first three months of recovery. Short walks are recommended, starting on the same day as surgery. Most discomfort subsides in the first three days. Pain medication is prescribed for a more comfortable recovery.
Antibiotics are also prescribed to lower the risk of infection. Swelling after cosmetic surgery is normal. Breast work may require wearing a special supportive bra for a few weeks. You may be asked to wear compression garments to reduce swelling and assist with skin retraction. Bruising may occasionally occur. This takes approximately two weeks to fade.
After the initial recovery period, you can start enjoying the results. A mommy makeover with Dr. Said leaves your abdomen and breasts more youthful, smooth, and contoured.
Shopping for clothes and swimwear becomes a fun activity, rather than a chore. You are likely to feel significantly improved confidence in your looks. Most patients report a stronger desire to participate in activities they once avoided due to embarrassment about loose skin and breast sagging. After a mommy makeover, you will not have to hide your breasts or tummy any longer. This brings huge freedom and relief to patients that once struggled with body image concerns after pregnancy.
Call now to book a Seattle mommy makeover consultation with Dr. Said.
In most cases, mommy makeover procedures include some combination of breast enhancement such as breast augmentation or breast lift, liposuction procedure, tummy tuck with repair of the abdominal muscles, or mini tummy tuck. In some cases, as part of the treatment plan but likely in a separate procedure, facial plastic surgery could also be included.
The cost of this comprehensive surgical plan depends on which procedures are included and what the extent of each surgery will be. Average estimated costs of a mommy makeover range from $8,000 to $20,000 and upwards throughout the U.S. The best way to determine your personal cost for a mommy makeover is to seek a consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon.
Since a mommy makeover is a set of different cosmetic procedures, the length of results will vary by procedure. Breast augmentation with implants typically lasts about ten years, while the fat cells removed during liposuction and tummy tuck are removed permanently. A pregnancy after mommy makeover will essentially reverse the results of a tummy tuck.
It's important to remember that the procedures involved in a mommy makeover are body contouring and sculpting methods, not weight loss techniques. Most women drop two to three dress sizes, but less than five pounds of actual tissue removal is typical. And this may be offset by the weight of breast implants.
It is recommended to be at or close to your goal weight prior to undergoing a mommy makeover. Body contouring involves the removal of excess skin and fine-tuning stubborn pockets of fat, so extreme changes in weight—more than about 10 to 15 pounds post-surgery—can greatly affect your final results.
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