Mommy Makeover

There are two areas of a woman's body that are most affected by pregnancy itself, the process of giving birth, and even breast feeding: your breasts and your abdominal region. During pregnancy, muscles become stretched and loose. And if you need a C-section, these muscles are actually torn during childbirth. 

• The ideal candidate for this plastic surgery treatment plan is a mommy who has tried diet and exercise but has not been able to fully achieve her ideal pre-pregnancy body.
• Or, she has experienced physical changes that cannot be reversed without the help of an extensively-trained plastic surgeon such as Dr. Zavell.
• You should also be back to your pre-pregnancy weight and be healthy enough to undergo plastic surgery.
• Women who have undergone natural birth and or had a C-section are both good candidates for treatment.

All surgeries carry some degree of risk. Although side effects are rare, some patients may experience an allergic reaction to the anesthesia and while others can develop infections at the incision sites. It’s extremely important to be aware of these risks before going into any surgery and that you consult with a knowledgeable, experienced plastic surgeon like John F. Zavell, MD, FACS, who can minimize what ever risks there may be. Possible Mommy Makeover risks include:

• Loss of nipple sensation
• Capsular contracture
• Implant leaks
• Inability to breastfeed
• Fat necrosis
• Recurrent skin looseness
• Contour deformity

Unless there is a medical reason for one of the surgeries in your treatment plan, insurance will not cover the cost, as they are considered to be cosmetic surgeries.