Women considering a Mommy Makeover after having children often ask whether they can combine it with buttock enhancement for a more comprehensive result. A Brazilian Butt Lift(BBL) is an excellent complement to the Mommy Makeover, using fat removed from the midsection to create fuller, more shapely buttocks. This blog answers the question, “Can a Mommy Makeover Include a BBL?” and outlines the benefits of combining the two procedures.
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Understanding the Mommy Makeover Package
A Mommy Makeover is a customizable body contouring treatment that typically addresses the breasts and midsection. Common procedures included in a tummy tuck include:
- Breast augmentation: Adds volume to breasts that have become deflated through pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Breast lift: Restores drooping, sagging breasts to a more youthful position on the chest
- Tummy tuck: Tightens abdominal muscles while removing excess fat and skin for a smoother, flatter abdomen
- Liposuction: Suctions away stubborn fat deposits from the midsection and other areas of the body
Many patients find that these procedures produce their desired aesthetic during a single surgical session. However, some women find pregnancy changes the shape and appearance of their buttocks, replacing the perky roundness of their youth with a sagging, aged backside. For these women, adding a BBL to their Mommy Makeover can give them the finishing touch to the new body contour they were hoping for.
Does Mommy Makeover Always Include a BBL?
Most plastic surgeons do not include a BBL as a standard procedure in a Mommy Makeover. However, that doesn’t mean the two can’t be combined and produce excellent results. If you are unhappy with your backside, talk to your surgeon about your options. In most cases, the fat extracted during a tummy tuck or liposuction can be easily transferred to the buttocks for additional enhancement.
Getting a tummy tuck with a BBL provides an hourglass effect by reducing skin and fat in the front while lifting and augmenting the buttocks. While the results are dramatic, the combination may not be right for every patient. Surgeons typically consider a woman’s overall health and recovery potential before recommending this approach.
Benefits of Combining a Mommy Makeover With a BBL
For the right patient, combining a Mommy Makeover with a BBL offers numerous benefits, such as:
- Better balance to the body proportions
- Extracted fat reused immediately
- Streamlined recovery process, so less time off
- Only one exposure to anesthesia
- Savings on facility, surgeon, and anesthesia fees
Recovery After a Mommy Makeover and BBL
One potential drawback to adding a BBL to your Mommy Makeover is the recovery process. Finding a comfortable sleeping position is more challenging, since you will be restricted for the first two weeks. Sleeping on your back or sitting directly on your buttocks is not recommended during this time. You will need to avoid putting any pressure on your buttocks during this period to give the fat a chance to “settle” into its new location.
Sleeping on your stomach may work for some patients, though many find it uncomfortable due to their tummy tuck incision. This sleep position may also increase tension on the incision, potentially delaying healing. Sleeping on your side immediately following surgery is recommended. Supportive pillows can help you maintain that position while sleeping and keep you more comfortable.
Learn More About a Mommy Makeover and BBL in Beverly Hills
A Mommy Makeover is an efficient way to restore your body after pregnancy and breastfeeding have taken their toll. Adding a BBL to the procedure offers even more dramatic results, lifting and shaping the backside for a 360-degree improvement in your body contour.Dr. Bruce Kadz is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in body contouring, delivering dramatic improvements for his patients.
If you would like to learn more about a Mommy Makeover and BBL in Beverly Hills, call our office today at (424) 688-7046 or complete our online contact form.