Motherhood can bring about many changes to the body after pregnancy. Some of these changes can include stretched-out skin in the midsection, abdominal muscles separating throughout pregnancy, and isolated pockets of fat. For many women, reversing these effects can be very difficult to achieve through diet and exercise alone. Surgical intervention may be the next step to consider for effectively correcting these aesthetic concerns and achieving a flatter stomach after having children.
Our board-certified plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, Dr. Semira Bayati, can help restore a pre-baby body with cosmetic procedures designed to improve the affected skin, tissues, and muscles for a beautifully recontoured figure. Below are two effective options Dr. Bayati may recommend for women seeking this type of aesthetic rejuvenation.
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is one of the most common procedures sought by women interested in restoring the appearance of the stomach area after pregnancy. While a healthy diet and cardio or abdominal exercises may work for some, it can be very frustrating when the body is not responsive to those disciplines, which may sometimes simply be a factor of genetics. A tummy tuck offers a solution that can help tighten weakened tissues in the midsection and repair separated abdominal muscles for an overall flatter, more taut-looking abdomen. Additionally, an abdominoplasty can improve stretched skin and residual stretch marks in certain areas of the belly that may accompany pregnancy. In some cases, it can also remove C-section scars for a smoother, more youthful appearance. Depending on the patient’s aesthetic goals, Dr. Bayati can perform a tummy tuck on its own or as a procedure included in a more comprehensive Mommy Makeover treatment plan.
Mommy Makeover
Dr. Bayati understands that a flatter stomach may not be the only cosmetic concern for mothers after pregnancy. Women can also experience changes in their breasts and other areas of the body. For a more complete rejuvenation, a Mommy Makeover may be an option to help restore one’s pre-pregnancy figure. A Mommy Makeover combines two or more procedures into a custom-tailored treatment plan for aesthetic enhancements to areas affected by pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the rigors of motherhood, such as the abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs, buttocks, and flanks (“love handles”). Potential procedures that may be included are breast augmentation and/or breast lift (mastopexy), breast reduction, liposuction, abdominoplasty, and more. Dr. Bayati works closely with each patient to develop a Mommy Makeover plan that specifically addresses their concerns and prepares recommendations that should be the most beneficial to their unique aesthetic goals for a more sculpted physique.
For more information about tummy tuck and Mommy Makeover procedures, or to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Bayati, please contact us today.
