What Is the Difference Between a Tummy Tuck and a Mommy Makeover?
Tummy tuck is another name for an abdominoplasty. A tummy tuck addresses the abdomen area by removing excess skin and tightening the muscles if needed. A mommy makeover is a combination of procedures that more often than not, includes a tummy tuck.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A MOMMY MAKEOVER?
Oftentimes, a mommy makeover includes a tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast surgery. The procedures don’t stop there. A mommy makeover may include any type of surgery needed or wanted by the patient on the body. These surgeries can address sagging skin, cellulite, stretch marks, volume loss, and unwanted fat. A mommy makeover can include any of the following surgeries:
- Tummy tuck
- Breast augmentation
- Breast lift
- Breast reduction
- VASER liposuction
- Traditional liposuction
- Arm lift
- Thigh lift
- Labiaplasty
- Renuvion
Talk to Dr. Crofts during your consultation about your concerns to decide which procedures will be beneficial for your mommy makeover. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Crofts, call us at 801-785-8825.
HOW LONG DOES A MOMMY MAKEOVER SURGERY LAST AND ARE ALL THE PROCEDURES DONE AT ONCE?
A mommy makeover can last anywhere from 3-8 hours depending on how many and what procedures you get. Not all patients can undergo all the procedures at once. Dr. Crofts will review your health history and perform a physical exam to determine which procedures are safe to be done together. In some cases, he may recommend staging your procedures.
HOW MUCH DOES A MOMMY MAKEOVER COST?
The cost of a mommy makeover varies depending on which procedures you are getting. Dr. Crofts’ patients can be eligible for a multiple procedure discount. His mommy makeover patients can save up to $1,800.
FINDING A PLASTIC SURGEON FOR YOUR MOMMY MAKEOVER
Once you’ve decided to move forward with your surgery, the most important decision you will make is choosing the right Plastic Surgeon. Like you’ve heard many times before, do your research. Make sure to find a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with experience and good reviews. This goes for invasive and non-invasive surgeries alike. We also recommend looking at before and after photos. Click here to view Dr. Crofts before and after gallery.
Dr. Crofts has over 25 years of experience in plastic surgery and is Board Certified through The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). Click here to learn more about Dr. Crofts, his experience, education, and more.
Click here to read in depth about picking the right Plastic Surgeon and what it means to Board Certified.