A full body makeover, also known as a mommy makeover or body contouring, is a combination of cosmetic procedures designed to reshape and rejuvenate multiple areas of the body in a single surgical plan.
Common Procedures Included in a Full Body Makeover
While the specific procedures included in a full body makeover are highly individualized based on the patient's goals and physical characteristics, some of the most common include:
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, tightens abdominal muscles, and improves the overall contour of the stomach.
- Liposuction: Removes localized deposits of fat from various areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, arms, or neck. This helps to sculpt and reshape these areas.
- Breast Augmentation: Enhances the size and shape of the breasts using implants.
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Lifts and reshapes sagging breasts, improving their position and contour. This is often performed after pregnancy or weight loss.
- Breast Reduction: Reduces the size and weight of large breasts, alleviating discomfort and improving overall body proportions.
- Arm Lift (Brachioplasty): Removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms, improving their contour and reducing sagging.
- Thigh Lift (Thighplasty): Removes excess skin and fat from the thighs, improving their contour and reducing sagging.
- Facelift: While less common as part of a traditional full body makeover focused on the body below the neck, some patients choose to include facial rejuvenation procedures such as a facelift to achieve a more comprehensive transformation.
Why Choose a Full Body Makeover?
People often opt for a full body makeover after significant life events like pregnancy and childbirth (hence the term "mommy makeover"), or after substantial weight loss, when they may be left with excess skin and stubborn fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise. The goal is to restore a more youthful, toned, and balanced physique.
Considerations and Risks
It's important to remember that a full body makeover is a major surgical undertaking. Potential patients should:
- Consult with a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon to discuss their goals, assess their candidacy, and understand the risks and benefits of each procedure.
- Be in good overall health to minimize the risk of complications.
- Have realistic expectations about the outcome of the surgery.
- Understand the recovery process, which can be lengthy and require significant downtime.
Example Procedure Combinations
Here are a couple of examples of what a patient's individual plan might look like:
- Scenario 1 (Post-Pregnancy): Tummy tuck to address stretched abdominal muscles and excess skin, breast lift to restore perkier breasts, and liposuction to remove stubborn fat pockets.
- Scenario 2 (Post-Weight Loss): Tummy tuck to remove excess abdominal skin, arm lift and thigh lift to address loose skin on the limbs, and breast lift.
In summary, a full body makeover is a highly personalized surgical approach to reshape and rejuvenate multiple areas of the body, typically addressing the effects of pregnancy, weight loss, or aging. Careful planning and consultation with a skilled surgeon are essential to achieve satisfactory results and minimize risks.
