Mommy Makeover In Grass Valley, CA
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Pregnancy and childbirth can be wonderful experiences for many women. The effects on their bodies, however, may be less welcome. Through changes due to pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or even the natural aging process, it can be hard for women to recognize themselves in the mirror. A Mommy Makeover is a customizable procedure incorporating multiple cosmetic surgeries to address various aesthetic concerns. These include enhancement to the breasts, abdomen, and anywhere else the patient desires.
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Dr. Lattyak and our dedicated team at the Élan Clinic are ready to help you regain your body and boost your confidence with an individualized Mommy Makeover. We are committed to providing our Grass Valley patients with beautiful results that enhance natural features in a safe and positive environment.
What Is a Mommy Makeover?
It’s important to understand that there isn’t a standard Mommy Makeover. Still, it is typically performed in one surgical setting and combines multiple cosmetic procedures. Since a Mommy Makeover is a fully customizable procedure, it gives patients the freedom to choose the procedures that best address changes made to their bodies after childbirth and pregnancy. While the combination of procedures will vary individually, many women choose abdominoplasty, liposuction, and some form of breast enhancement surgery.
If you’re considering a Mommy Makeover to combat the negative physical effects of pregnancy, breastfeeding, or the natural aging process, it’s a good idea to start thinking about which areas of your body you would like to address. Do you have sagging breasts after breastfeeding, or perhaps your abdominal muscles are stretched after pregnancy? In any case, Dr. Lattyak can work with you to create a custom surgical plan that safely addresses all of your concerns.
Learn More About Dr. LattyakWhat Are the Benefits of a Mommy Makeover?
Following weight fluctuations, pregnancy, or aging, a woman’s body can go through some unwelcome changes. A Mommy Makeover is designed to address these changes in a way that is entirely unique to the needs of the patient. In addition to aesthetic enhancements, a Mommy Makeover can greatly improve the self-confidence and empowerment of the patient, restoring a feeling of vitality. Other possible benefits of a Mommy Makeover include:
- Lifted or more youthful breasts
- Restored breast volume
- Tightened abdominal muscles
- Slimmer body contours
Each Mommy Makeover will be different depending on the procedures and individual techniques used within those procedures, so each patient will have a unique result. However, one standard benefit of a Mommy Makeover is that by combining procedures into one or two surgical sessions, the patient will have a shorter recovery period than if they had undergone the procedures in discrete sessions. Additionally, by combining procedures, certain fees, such as anesthesia and facility fees, will be reduced.
Am I a Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
The best candidate for a Mommy Makeover is a woman who has one or more areas of concern on the body that she would like to address with cosmetic surgery. You may be a candidate if you are finished having children and would like to address sagging breasts and stubborn pockets of fat, for example. However, not every Mommy Makeover candidate will have had children–patients may still be candidates for this procedure regardless of whether they have had kids or not.
Since this procedure involves combining multiple surgeries into one (sometimes two) session, the length of time in the operating room will be longer than usual, so it is crucial that candidates are in very good health. Dr. Lattyak will discuss at length the risks and benefits of Mommy Makeovers, as well as cover any medical conditions that may interfere with your candidacy. You should also:
- Be a nonsmoker or willing to quit
- Have reasonable expectations of the results for this procedure
While a Mommy Makeover can provide a dramatic transformation, especially if you combine multiple procedures, it won’t necessarily change everything about your appearance. You’ll still be you, but more rejuvenated, with a more youthful outward appearance.
What Are My Mommy Makeover Options?
Everyone will have a slightly different combination of procedures, but generally, the following are some of the most popular options for a Mommy Makeover. If you are interested in combining a different procedure that is not on this list, be sure to discuss this with Dr. Lattyak during your consultation.
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Tummy Tuck
Most patients include some form of abdominoplasty in their Mommy Makeovers, as tightening the abdominal wall is crucial for many post-partum women. Even patients with minor abdominal stretching may benefit from removing excess skin and fat with a mini tummy tuck.
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Liposuction
The versatility of liposuction makes it an ideal addition to most Mommy Makeovers, as patients can target very specific areas of fat for an overall smoother contour. Dr. Lattyak often combines liposuction of the abdomen or liposuction of the thighs for his Mommy Makeover patients to give them a more cohesive result.
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Breast Augmentation
Weight fluctuations, aging, and especially breastfeeding can rob your breasts of youthful volume, resulting in a deflated appearance. Breast augmentation can restore volume and create a more uniform, pleasing shape to the breasts.
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Breast Lift
All women experience some level of ptosis (sagging) in their breasts as they age, but pregnancy and breastfeeding can expedite this process. A breast lift removes excess skin, lifts and contours the breasts, and repositions the nipple to produce a more youthful, aesthetically pleasing result. Some patients opt to combine their breast lift with augmentation for complete breast enhancement.
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Labiaplasty
Labiaplasty is a procedure to reduce the size and protrusion of the labia minora, or inner vaginal lips. For many women, the size of their labia is a great source of embarrassment, insecurity, and discomfort, even impacting their ability to engage in physical activities and sexual intercourse.
While many women are born with enlarged labia minora, others discover that through hormonal changes or vaginal childbirth, their labia can change. In any case, labiaplasty is a safe and reliable procedure that can greatly improve patients’ confidence and physical comfort. Patients can choose to have their labiaplasty combined with other parts of the Mommy Makeover under general anesthesia or as a separate staged office-based procedure under local anesthesia.
How Is a Mommy Makeover Performed?
Your Consultation
Mommy Makeovers are custom by design, so your consultation will focus on determining which procedures will best suit your goals. Dr. Lattyak will listen to your concerns and provide you with his expert advice to create the ideal surgical plan.
He will also check for medical conditions that could interfere with the success and safety of the procedure, such as high blood pressure, blood clotting problems, or a history of poor healing. Be sure to tell Dr. Lattyak if you smoke or use any nicotine products and disclose all relevant medications and supplements that may affect the procedures.
If you decide to move forward with your Mommy Makeover, and Dr. Lattyak agrees that you are a good candidate, he will explain each procedure to you, including their risks and limitations, and he will also discuss the techniques he will use for each. Dr. Lattyak will also discuss what you can expect from the anesthesia, where the surgery will be performed, and whether or not he can safely perform all of the planned procedures in one surgical setting.
Don’t hesitate to ask Dr. Lattyak and his staff any questions you may have leading up to your procedure. The more information you have, the better your surgical experience will be and the more confident you will feel going into it.
If you are interested in a Mommy Makeover and would like to see which Mommy Makeover option is best for you, call the Élan Clinic today at (530) 273-3400 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Lattyak.
The Mommy Makeover Procedure
Your Mommy Makeover will take several hours to complete, depending on the number and complexity of the combined procedures in your surgical plan. You will need to have a responsible driver take you to the surgical center, as well as have them pick you up and take you home, as you will be very groggy from the anesthesia.
On the day of surgery, Dr. Lattyak will answer any last-minute questions you have before making marks on your treatment areas to designate where the incisions will go. You will be placed under general anesthesia, and Dr. Lattyak will begin the procedure.
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What Is Mommy Makeover Recovery Like?
Because a Mommy Makeover incorporates a series of complementary procedures, you will only have to undergo one recovery period. The length of this recovery period, however, depends on the specific procedures that you have chosen. Most patients can return to work after two weeks, albeit with limited activity.
You may experience some discomfort, but this should be manageable with pain medication prescribed by Dr. Lattyak. You may be given a compression garment (for abdominoplasty and liposuction) and/or a surgical bra (for any breast surgery), both of which must be worn day and night or according to the instructions from Dr. Lattyak. Surgical garments support the treatment areas as the skin and tissues adjust, and they also help keep the swelling down as you heal.
You may have surgical drains placed, which remove excess fluid build-up. Dr. Lattyak will schedule follow-up appointments to remove drains, examine incisions, and remove sutures as needed.
Dr. Lattyak will provide you with specific instructions for recovery that are unique to your procedures, which may include the following:
- Avoid rigorous exercise for at least one month
- Get plenty of rest to allow your body to heal
- Gradually increase slow movement, such as walking, to increase blood circulation
Dr. Lattyak and his team will help you throughout your recovery process, keeping in contact to answer any questions you may have and gradually clear you for more activities.
When Will I See My Mommy Makeover Results?
The results of a Mommy Makeover can take some time to become apparent, as your body will need time to reduce swelling and bruising. Your results will also vary depending on the procedures you have undergone.
For example, after breast augmentation, it typically takes at least three to four weeks for most of the swelling and tenderness to subside and for your breasts to start to feel normal again. The healing period for a breast lift can be even longer as more tissues are manipulated during this procedure. So while you may see that your breasts are larger, more shapely, or lifted quite soon after surgery, it can take months to achieve the final result.
The same goes for abdominoplasty; while your body will look slimmer and more contoured immediately after surgery, the final results will take much longer.
Recovery is a process, and Mommy Makeover patients can expect to continue to see improved results (be it lighter scars, reduced swelling, or a more natural-looking appearance) for about a year after their procedure. This process cannot be rushed; it’s important to be patient and follow your post-op instructions carefully to maximize the chances of an optimal result.
How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost in Grass Valley, CA?
The cost of a Mommy Makeover in Grass Valley, CA, depends on the specific procedures that are performed, estimated operative time, any additional materials needed for the procedures (compression garments, breast implants, etc.), anesthesia fees, and facility fees.
After you consult with Dr. Lattyak and after he has created a surgical plan that you agree to, we will be happy to provide you with an accurate cost estimate.
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