SHORT ANSWER
A mommy makeover is a combination of cosmetic procedures planned around the body changes that can follow pregnancy and breastfeeding. It usually addresses the breasts and abdomen, for example with breast augmentation or a breast lift, a tummy tuck and liposuction. The exact combination is decided after an individual assessment.
What does a mommy makeover include?
There is no single standard operation. The procedures are chosen to suit the person’s goals and health. Common components are breast surgery (augmentation, a lift, or both), a tummy tuck to tighten the abdominal muscles and remove excess skin, and liposuction to refine body contours. Some people add other procedures.
When is it usually considered?
It is usually considered once a person has finished having children and, if relevant, has finished breastfeeding. Many surgeons also prefer that weight has been stable for some time before surgery, because weight changes can affect the result.
What is recovery like?
Combining procedures usually means a longer recovery than a single operation. Swelling, bruising and limits on lifting and exercise are common for several weeks. The surgeon’s aftercare instructions set the individual timeline.
Riskler nelerdir?
As with any surgery, risks include bleeding, infection, scarring and anaesthetic complications. Longer operating time is a consideration when several procedures are combined, so surgeons assess whether a combined operation is appropriate for each person.
Mommy makeover in Turkey and Istanbul
Some people travel to Turkey, and to Istanbul in particular, for a mommy makeover. The medical considerations are the same wherever surgery takes place. Combined procedures mean a longer operation and recovery, so it is worth asking how long you would need to stay before it is safe to fly home, who provides follow-up care, and how your operation notes will be shared with your doctor at home.
Questions worth asking before travelling to Istanbul or elsewhere in Turkey for a mommy makeover:
- Which surgeon will perform each procedure, and what are their qualifications?
- How many days should I stay in Istanbul before it is safe to fly home?
- How will aftercare and follow-up be handled once I am back home?
- Who do I contact if I have a problem after returning from Turkey?
When to consult a doctor
Contact your surgeon or seek medical advice promptly after surgery if you develop a fever, spreading redness, increasing pain or sudden swelling.