Mummy Makeover – post Pregnancy Procedures | Melbourne

What is a Mummy Makeover?

The main goal of a Mummy Makeover is to help restore the shape and appearance of a woman’s body after pregnancy. It’s no surprise that women often notice changes in their bodies following childbirth, most commonly to their breasts, abdomen and waist.

A Mummy Makeover is typically performed as a single stage procedure and aims to help women regain smoother, firmer body contours and restore breasts to their pre-pregnancy position and fullness.

The overall surgical approach and techniques involved in mummy makeover surgery will vary depending on various factors. Your chosen Specialist Plastic Surgeon will ultimately advise you on the best surgical approach for you

What are the Benefits of a Mummy Makeover Procedure?

One of the greatest advantages of a mummy makeover is the ability to combine multiple plastic surgery procedures into a single surgical session. For you, this means just one time under anaesthesia and one recovery period to schedule. For busy mothers with young children, one recovery time may be the best option.

Combining your procedures can even result in a cost benefit to you. When procedures are scheduled together, you can save money on hospital and anaesthesia fees.

The obvious, physical benefit of Breast Lift Surgery, as part of a mummy makeover, is firmer, lifted and more youthful looking breasts. A Breast Lift can improve the appearance of drooping breasts by removing excess skin and lifting the inner breast tissue.

This procedure will also help to improve or correct your nipple appearance by reshaping and repositioning drooping or enlarged nipples that may have become stretched over time. A Breast Lift can help to restore a youthful, ‘perkier’ breast appearance, and can also enhance your cleavage and body contours.

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Am I a Good Candidate?

Breast Lift (With or Without Implants)

Have your breasts lost their shape and volume, and does their pendulous positioning on your chest bother you?
When unsupported, do your nipples fall below the breast crease or point downwards?
Have your breasts developed a flatter, elongated shape following pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Is your breast tissue stretched and/or do you have enlarged areolas?
Does one of your breasts sit lower on your chest than the other?
Has childbirth left your breasts looking deflated?
Would like to restore your breasts to a better shape or position?

Tummy Tuck

Have you been left with excess, loose skin or persistent bulges around your tummy area following pregnancy and breastfeeding which diet and exercise alone cannot help?
Are you experiencing reduced body-confidence due to bulges & sagging skin around your abdomen, which stops you from wearing fitted clothing or from feeling confident when wearing swim wear, lingerie or underwear?
Would you like to balance out your physique and overall body shape.
- For example, you may have slimmed down everywhere else but the bulges or skin redundancy around your abdomen area causes you to appear heavier and less fit than you actually are?
Do you wish to repair and gain greater control of your abdominal muscle wall that has weakened or separated (Diastasis Recti) as a result of pregnancy?

Liposuction

Are you at a healthy weight but still unhappy with the overall shape of your body or the appearance of certain uneven or bulky areas even though you’re fit and healthy?
Do you find that you are self-concious about bulging fat pockets that will not budge even after exercise and healthy diet?
Do you want to target fat reduction in a specific area or number of areas, such as your stomach or hips without impacting your entire body shape or size?

Labiaplasty or Mona Lisa Laser

Do you have long or ‘hanging’ vaginal lips?
Are you experiencing labial discomfort, pain, or irritation – particularly during certain activities or while wearing certain clothes?
Do you experience discomfort or embarrassment during intimacy?
Are you experiencing dryness in the area?

Mummy Makeover Before and After Photos

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What Can I Expect During Surgery?

Breast Lift (with or without implants)

The procedure itself generally lasts for 2-4 hours, (this will vary from patient to patient) and is performed while you are under general anaesthesia.

The Surgical Approach There are different types of Breast Lift procedures that your Surgeon may perform, these include the following:

Benelli Breast Lift

The Benelli breast lift is also known as a Doughnut mastopexy, Circumareola breast lift, or Apex breast lift and is typically considered less invasive than other types of breast lifts.

This procedure will correct mild to moderate ptosis in the Grade I or Grade II range by removing a doughnut-shaped piece of tissue from around your areola before re-attaching the remaining tissue to your areola.

Crescent Breast Lift

This procedure is also known as a crescent lift or nipple lift and is a simply breast lift that corrects mild, or Grade I, ptosis.

During this surgery, your surgeon will remove a crescent shaped piece of tissue above your areola before he raises your nipple to a higher position.

Vertical Mastopexy Breast Lift

This procedure is also known as the Lollipop breast lift, LeJour lift, or Modified Benelli and provides more lift than the Benelli for those with moderate or Grade II ptosis.

During this procedure, your surgeon will remove a doughnut shaped piece of breast tissue, and make a straight incision from under your areola to your breast crease to access breast tissue to be moved upwards to improve fullness.

Full Mastopexy Breast Lift

The Full Mastopexy Breast Lift is also known as an Anchor lift or the Inverted-T and corrects severe Grade III ptosis.

Your surgeon will make an anchor-shaped incision that starts at the base of your areola and travels to the bottom of your breast where it meets your ribcage.

Your surgeon will cut out a crescent-shaped piece of skin above where your breast meets your rib cage. He will then remove and re-position your nipple so that it sits in a more youthful position whilst moving breast tissues upward to improve fullness.

Tummy Tuck

Full Abdominoplasty

A Full Abdominoplasty involves the surgical reduction of excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen in order to tighten the muscles and fascia (connective tissue) of the abdominal wall.

The procedure is often ideal for those who have excess, sagging skin around the abdomen area as a result of pregnancy or ageing.

Mini Tummy Tuck

A Mini Tummy Tuck is a slightly modified Abdominoplasty procedure that uses a smaller incision than what is commonly used for a Full Tummy Tuck.

This procedure is typically ideal for patients who require a smaller amount of loose skin to be removed around the lower abdomen, and who do not have a fully separated abdominal wall as this can’t be repaired with a Mini Tummy Tuck procedure.

Fleur-De-Lis

A Fleur-De-Lis is a body contouring procedure that reduces excess skin and fat and helps provide access to the damaged muscles in the stomach.

This technique is performed similar to a traditional tummy tuck, with the addition of a vertical incision to better address the excess abdominal skin above the navel and is ideal for those requiring more skin removal than a full or mini abdominoplasty.

Liposuction

Liposuction may be used alongside your tummy tuck procedure to remove stubborn pockets of fat from your abdomen area and to reduce excess fat which may have developed in areas such as your hips.

The time taken for your procedure will depend on your chosen treatment area/s, your body size and the degree of surgical difficulty.

Labiaplasty

We perform all Labiaplasty surgery under general anaesthetic although some clinics will promote local anaesthetic with or without sedation.

The surgical technique we prefer to use in Labiaplasty surgery is the wedge method. The Wedge Method removes a wedge-shaped portion of the unwanted labium which reduces the bulk of the labia minora. The wedge of labial tissue is removed without affecting any functioning areas of the vagina. This method can also help to reduce any excess tissue in those areas as well.

Mona Lisa Laser

If you’re a good candidate for vaginal laser treatments, you’ll need a series of treatments over several months, plus maintenance treatments to sustain results. Each treatment session will take approx. 10-20 minutes, although timing may vary slightly.

You’ll often start with the recommended 3 to 5 sessions, with each session being 2-4 weeks a part. Following the initial 3-5 sessions, it is highly recommended that you have 1 to 2 skin-stimulating maintenance sessions each year, depending on how you respond to the treatment.

Risks and Complications

Mummy Makeover surgery incurs risks and complications like all invasive surgery. Your Surgeon will make you aware of potential complications during your consultation. This includes general anaesthesia, bleeding (Haematoma), infection, wound healing, deep vein thrombosis, scarring and numbness. Always stay informed and healthy, do not smoke before or after your procedure and read and understand your risks.

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Download Our 2020 Mummy Makeover Guide

This complete guide to Mummy Makeover Surgery covers everything you need to know about this procedure.

Mummy Makeover surgery explained
What is a Mummy Makeover?
What procedures are available?
Am I a good candidate?
How to plan for your Mummy Makeover surgery
Benefits of Mummy Makeovers
Rest and Recovery
Will Medicare cover my surgery?
Answers to some of our most frequently asked questions

Recovery from Mummy Makeover

The length of your recovery period will depend on your specific procedure and other health & lifestyle factors. Recovery times can vary significantly from person to person. The general rule, however, is that you should allow 4-6 weeks for initial recovery following your surgery. Scar maturation often takes longer, up to a year or so.

You will need to work with your Surgeon to allow for adequate and proper healing time. It is important to consult with your Surgeon before returning to daily activities such as driving, lifting and exercise.

It is also important to wear the post-operative compression garments throughout your recovery period for the required time frames. At Coco Ruby Plastic Surgery, your garments will be provided by your Surgeon. Good results depend on a collaborative approach and a healthy lifestyle. You will need to be willing to follow the specific instructions given to you by your Surgeon, and attend all post-operative appointments.

Breast Lift

Your Recovery & Healing period begins after Surgery. Although you will be able to see the results of your Breast Lift Surgery almost immediately, it can take up to 4-6 weeks for post-surgical swelling to resolve properly.

Tummy Tuck

Typically, you’ll need to wear a compression garment up to 6 weeks or longer after your surgery to enhance your results. There are many options for Tummy Tuck post-surgery compression garments. Your Specialist Plastic Surgeon can help you choose the best one for your body and procedure.

The final results may be initially obscured by swelling. This swelling will begin to minimise within the first two weeks following your surgery and will continue to improve throughout your recovery period.

Incision lines can take from 12 to 18 months to fully mature, and scar formation can vary from patient to patient. These scars are like any other surgical scar. Healite II Low Level Light Therapy, Fraxel Laser treatments or Dermapen can assist with healing and minimisation of surgical scars.

Be sure to follow your Surgeon’s instructions carefully after surgery to minimise your scars. Don’t do too much too soon!

Labiaplasty

Luckily the vaginal area heals very quickly, meaning recovery for a Labiaplasty procedure is relatively minimal. Dissolvable stitches are used in the process of this procedure, which can result in discomfort for a few days as the stitches take around 7-10 days to dissolve.

Costs – How much is a Mummy Makeover?

All Surgery is customised and your Surgeon will give you a price for surgery depending on the type of procedure you are having, the hospital you attend and the length of your stay.

At your initial consultation, you are given a detailed quote. This will include a Surgeon’s fee, Anaesthetist fee, Surgical Assistant fee and the hospital fees.

We also provide information on Mummy Makeover Medicare Cover, Private Health Insurance and different methods of payment.

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Why Choose Coco Ruby Plastic Surgery?

Not all Surgeons have the same experience or intensive training and testing qualifications. Be sure you learn the differences between a Plastic Surgeon, a General Surgeon, Cosmetic Surgeon or other types of Surgeon.

Choosing a Specialist Plastic Surgeon means you are choosing an accredited recognised plastic surgeon that performs surgery in an accredited hospital. Look for members of FRACS, ASPS, ASAPS or ISAPS as some of the Qualifications of your Plastic Surgeon.

About our Surgeons

It is important to research a Surgeon’s qualifications and experience before deciding on the Surgeon. You can check your surgeons’ credentials at AHRPA. Our Tummy Tuck Surgeons, Dr Craig Rubinstein, Dr Rebecca Wyten, Dr Geoff Barnett are all highly experienced, fully qualified specialist plastic surgeons with current FRACS memberships.

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What to do next?

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Our Patient Liaison Team can assist with any questions you may have when considering a procedure. You can send in an enquiry form below or call our Melbourne Clinic between 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

Phone 1300 264 811, Email us: enquiries@cocoruby.com.au or Book a FREE 15-minute Phone Chat with our Patient Liaison Manager or Book a Face to Face Consultation or a Virtual Consultation with a Surgeon.

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