Mommy Makeover Fort Worth
A mommy makeover in Fort Worth is a personalized combination of procedures that are designed to reverse changes to your body caused by pregnancy. Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby can perform any of the following breast and body contouring procedures as part of mommy makeover surgery in Fort Worth:
Female Plastic Surgeon Fort Worth
- Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
- Over 12 years of experience in private practice
- Founder and Medical Director of Kirby Plastic Surgery, Kalos Medical Spa, and City Surgery Center—a Quad A-accredited, state-of-the-art facility located onsite
- Specialist in breast surgery and body contouring, including postpartum
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2019
- First female Chief of Plastic Surgery, Texas Health Resources Harris Methodist Hospital
Body contouring surgeries included in a mommy makeover
Your abdomen grows as your baby grows during pregnancy, which results in the weakening and separation of your abdominal wall muscles. Stretching of the abdominal skin may cause its collagen fibers to break, which results in “stretch marks.” A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) tightens the deep abdominal muscles and removes excess skin and soft tissues in order to help restore your pre-pregnancy figure.
Also, localized fat deposits may persist after pregnancy for many patients; liposuction can be performed to slim and reshape the body.
Breast procedures included in mommy makeover surgery
Whether you breastfed your children or not, pregnancy can cause dramatic changes to your breasts. Many women are left with stretched, saggy breasts after pregnancy, and long for the larger breasts they enjoyed during pregnancy. A breast augmentation, breast lift, or a combination of the two can help lift and restore your youthful, perky look.
Fat transfer breast augmentation is also a breast procedure option. This technique uses liposuction to remove fat from another area of the body to help lift, shape, and enhance the breast without implants for a rejuvenated appearance.
Liposuction is often used around the breast area to address “bra bulges” to further refine your breast appearance.
Breast implant options
We offer the latest and safest breast implants on the market, and Dr. Kirby will help you select the ideal breast implant to achieve the breast appearance you desire. Read more about your breast implant options in our blog, “Breast Implant Placement: Under-the-muscle vs. Over-the-muscle”.
Real patient images from Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily Kirby
*Individual results may vary.
What are the benefits of a mommy makeover?
- Combined surgical procedures: combining surgical procedures into a single surgical session also has the benefit of giving you one consolidated recovery period.
- Tighten abdominal muscles: diastasis recti, or stretched and separated abdominal wall muscles, are common after pregnancy. The tummy tuck included as part of a mommy makeover repairs abdominal muscles for these reasons.
- Boosted confidence: having children is a life-changing experience, and comes with physical and emotional changes. Mommy makeovers can restore a mother’s figure, improving self-image and self-confidence.
Who is a good candidate for mommy makeover surgery?
Mommy makeover surgery is a highly individualized procedure. You may be a candidate for a mommy makeover if:
- You are in good medical health but find your body has been impacted by childbirth
- You are at your ideal body weight
- You have a positive outlook and realistic expectations
- You are finished with childbearing
GLP-1s & Mommy Makeover: What you need to know
Many patients seeking a mommy makeover take GLP-1 medications (semaglutide or tirzepatide) to help them reach their goal weight. If you are still taking the medication at the time of your consultation, Dr. Kirby will work with you on the best timeline for your surgery because significant weight loss may:
- Change which procedure Dr. Kirby recommends (i.e. liposuction vs. tummy tuck)
- Diminish your initial mommy makeover results
It is best to have your mommy makeover after you are happy with your weight so your results remain consistent. Further, you will need to stop taking weight loss medication about 2-3 weeks before surgery to avoid anesthesia complications.
- Key Benefits
- Glossary
- Specifically corrects the physical effects of childbearing and aging
- Highly customizable, allowing procedures to be tailored specifically to meet your unique goals
- May include breast lift, augmentation, tummy tuck, and/or liposuction for a comprehensive approach
- Improves overall proportions by addressing multiple areas of the body
- Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): A surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the abdominal muscles, often included in a Mommy Makeover to restore the pre-pregnancy abdominal profile.
- Breast Augmentation: A cosmetic procedure that increases the size and enhances the shape of the breasts using implants; frequently a component of the Mommy Makeover to address breast volume loss after pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy): A surgery to lift and reshape sagging breasts, which can be performed with or without implants as part of a Mommy Makeover, to rejuvenate the breasts post-pregnancy.
- Compression Garments: Specialized clothing worn after surgery to reduce swelling, support the healing tissues, and help the body conform to its new contours, essential after procedures included in a Mommy Makeover.
- Diastasis Recti: A condition characterized by the separation of the abdominal muscles, common after pregnancy, which can be corrected during an abdominoplasty procedure within a Mommy Makeover.
- General Anesthesia: Medication administered to induce sleep and relaxation during surgery.
- Liposuction: A cosmetic procedure that removes excess fat from targeted areas of the body, often included in a Mommy Makeover to contour the abdomen, hips, thighs, or other areas affected by pregnancy.
- Mommy Makeover: A combination of cosmetic procedures designed to restore or improve post-pregnancy body changes, typically including some combination of tummy tuck, breast surgery (augmentation and/or lift), and liposuction.
- Mounjaro®: The brand name for tirzepatide, Mounjaro® is a newer type of medication that acts on both GLP-1 and GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) receptors. This dual-action helps improve blood sugar control and promotes weight loss. It is approved for managing type 2 diabetes but has shown potential for weight management as well.
- Ozempic®: A brand name for semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist medication used primarily for the management of type 2 diabetes. Ozempic® works by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which helps regulate blood sugar levels, slows gastric emptying, and promotes a feeling of fullness, supporting weight loss in some patients.
- Postoperative Care: The care and instructions provided after surgery, crucial for recovery and optimal outcomes following the various procedures involved in a Mommy Makeover.
- Recovery Time: The period after surgery during which the patient heals. This includes time for swelling and bruising to subside across multiple treated areas, and for the patient to gradually return to normal activities, typically ranging from a few days to several weeks. Recovery can be streamlined, but not rushed.
- Rybelsus®: An oral form of semaglutide, Rybelsus® is used to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. By activating GLP-1 receptors, it helps lower blood sugar by increasing insulin secretion, reducing appetite, and slowing down the absorption of food from the stomach.
- Scar Management: Strategies and treatments to minimize the appearance of scars following the surgical procedures included in a Mommy Makeover, involving silicone sheets, gels, and possibly laser treatments.
- Stretch Marks: Narrow lines of scar tissue on the skin that may occur from pregnancy or weight gain. While not directly addressed by a Mommy Makeover, the removal of excess skin during an abdominoplasty may reduce the number of visible stretch marks.
- Wegovy®: Also a brand name for semaglutide, Wegovy® is specifically approved for weight management in individuals with obesity or who are overweight with weight-related medical conditions. It is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that helps reduce appetite, increase satiety, and ultimately support sustained weight loss when combined with lifestyle changes.
What kind of anesthesia will I have?
Most mommy makeover plastic surgery procedures are performed under general anesthesia for optimal comfort. This means you will be asleep for the entire surgery.
How long will mommy makeover surgery last?
Depending on your personalized mommy makeover procedure, the length of surgery will vary. Dr. Kirby will discuss the estimated length of your surgery with you.
“Dr. Kirby did my tummy tuck and breast augmentation. AMAZING! She is very approachable and the consultation was great.”
How do I prepare for mommy makeover surgery?
In preparation for your mommy makeover surgery, you will need to spend time thinking about some important topics.
- Do you plan to become pregnant again in the future? If so, you will want to wait to have a tummy tuck until you are finished having children. Muscles that are tightened during a tummy tuck will be re-stretched during later pregnancies.
- Are you at a stable goal weight? If you plan to continue losing weight, it is best to do so with diet and exercise before having surgery. You will have better results if you are at your goal weight prior to surgery. Liposuction is not a weight loss solution; however, it can help contour your shape for a smoother silhouette.
- Are you still breastfeeding? If so, you should wait until after you are no longer nursing to have any breast surgery. The risk of bleeding and infection is increased in actively breastfeeding women.
Prior to any procedure, it is necessary to review the medications you are taking that may affect your surgery. You may be asked to stop or adjust some medications you are on. As always, it is important to include supplements on your list of medications. Aspirin and aspirin products (Alka-Seltzer®, Carisoprodol, Excedrin®, Goody’s®, Midol®), anti-inflammatory medications (except acetaminophen, or Tylenol®), and herbal supplements must be avoided for 10 days prior to your mommy makeover.
Learn more about which medications and supplements to avoid. Dr. Kirby will discuss your medications with you.
Depending on your medical condition, you may be asked to get lab testing or a medical checkup prior to your mommy makeover. You may also be asked to have an updated mammogram prior to your surgery if you have not had one recently. Tobacco products impair your body’s ability to heal. You will be asked to stop smoking for 6 weeks prior to any surgery. Tobacco step-down products such as chewing gum and Nicoderm® continue to provide your body with tobacco and must be stopped as well. Please ask Dr. Kirby if you will need assistance with quitting.
Be sure to arrange for a responsible adult to drive you to and from your mommy makeover. You will need someone to stay with you the night following your surgery as well. You will receive specific instructions for your surgery day from Dr. Kirby’s patient care staff.
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What is recovery like?
Your recovery from mommy makeover surgery depends on your personalized mommy makeover plan. Some basic precautions and instructions include:
- Arrange for someone to help you get around the house and help you with your medication for at least the first 24 hours after your makeover. You may need pain medication and anti-nausea medication.
- Try sleeping on several pillows on your back and keep your legs slightly bent at the hips to reduce tension on your abdominal incision, reduce pain, and result in a thinner scar.
- Do not lift anything over 5 pounds, and avoid contact sports and jogging for up to six weeks.
- Call Dr. Kirby immediately if you notice an increase in swelling, pain, redness, drainage, or bleeding in the surgical area, or if you develop fever, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting. Other red flags include shortness of breath, chest pains, and unusual heartbeat.
Dr. Kirby may ask you to wear a surgical bra after breast surgery to help lift and support your breasts. This will also help minimize swelling. Most swelling should improve within a few weeks, although some swelling may last for up to four months after breast reduction surgery. You will need to wear an abdominal binder after your tummy tuck surgery. You can shower after all of the dressings are removed. This usually occurs within 72 hours of your mommy makeover. After showering, pat your incisions dry and replace your abdominal binder. Swelling should improve within five weeks, and the results are apparent within three months. Dr. Kirby will discuss massage techniques when the timing is appropriate.
Dr. Emily Kirby ensures that every plastic surgery patient receives Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) care to optimize recovery time and minimize pain. Dr. Kirby uses innovative pain reduction techniques, such as numbing anesthetics and small doses of different types of medications, to reduce discomfort from many angles.
“Dr. Kirby has created the most amazing experience. She is thorough and intuitive, sincerely cares about the work she does and perfectly marries listening to what you want and what science says.”
—Actual patient
What results should I expect after a mommy makeover in Fort Worth?
The final results of a mommy makeover may not be apparent for several months after surgery. Over time, the implants will settle, and the scar lines on the under or the breast will improve, although they’ll never disappear completely. Following Dr. Kirby’s instructions is key to the success of your mommy makeover. It is important that the surgical incisions are not subjected to excessive force, abrasion, or motion during the time of healing.
Mommy makeover FAQs
What are the risks of mommy makeover surgery?
The decision to have a surgical procedure is personal, and you will have to decide if the benefits will achieve your goals and if the risks and potential complications are acceptable. Dr. Kirby will thoroughly explain the risks associated with mommy makeover surgery to you.
Risks will vary, depending on your personalized combination of procedures. Some general risks of a mommy makeover include (but are not limited to): bleeding, infection, wound healing problems, anesthesia risks, deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications, possibility of revision surgery, unsatisfactory results, and unfavorable scarring may form.
Your safety is the number one priority at Kirby Plastic Surgery. Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby and her staff of medical professionals will take every step to ensure you remain safe before, during, and after your mommy makeover.
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Will my breast implants look natural if I gain or lose weight?
Video transcript
As many of us have noticed, gaining and losing weight is often noticed first in the breasts. Gaining or losing as little as five to ten pounds can change the appearance of the breasts dramatically. Significant amounts of weight loss change the skin and soft tissues often changing the appearance noticeably. Many women in these situations desire surgery once they reach their goal weight. It is best to be within five to ten pounds of your goal weight for at least three months before undergoing surgery.
Will I need another surgery if I have children after breast augmentation?
Video transcript
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are amazing biological feats and there are significant hormone changes during this time the hormones during pregnancy. The growth of the breasts during pregnancy, the different hormones that begin when breast milk is made, and the rapid changes that happen after childbirth all contribute to changing the breast. This does not mean that a woman will have to have another surgery after breastfeeding. It does mean that the breasts will likely look and or feel different many women’s breasts weather the storm without much change. Others are affected greatly. You will know how you feel about your breasts after having children and if you remain pleased with them or if you would like a change.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Emily J. Kirby — Updated on Nov 6, 2024