On average, many patients can expect to drop 1 to 3 sizes after their Mommy Makeover. They often find that they fit more comfortably into their existing clothes now that their “trouble spots” have been smoothed with a tummy tuck and liposuction.
When planning out your Mommy Makeover transformation, you may be looking forward to going clothes shopping to accommodate your more svelte shape. If the question “How many sizes do I go down after a Mommy Makeover?” has ever crossed your mind, this blog post will help you understand what to expect and how weight loss isn’t always the same as body contouring.
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How Much Fat Is Removed in a Mommy Makeover?
Before we talk about clothing sizes, let’s talk about fat. Most Mommy Makeovers will include liposuction, a minimally invasive procedure that offers targeted fat reduction in areas where stubborn fat has accumulated. Liposuction slims you down, but it’s not a weight loss surgery.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has set a limit of 5 liters (around 11 pounds) for fat removal in a single liposuction session. However, the average amount removed is usually well beneath this threshold depending on how many areas you would like to have treated and the degree of contouring desired.
Will I Lose Weight With a Mommy Makeover?
A Mommy Makeover can help you lose a little weight, not just by removing excess fat but also by removing excess skin. A tummy tuck or breast lift, for example, tightens lax skin and trims away excess for improved contours.
Keep in mind, however, that the goal is to enhance your body contours rather than to facilitate significant weight loss. You may see a slight decrease in your overall weight, but the primary outcome will be a more toned, balanced, and defined body shape.
Since muscle is denser than fat, removing redundant skin and fat might not translate to a dramatic drop in pounds, but it will result in a more aesthetically pleasing silhouette.
When Will I See the Results?
While it can be tempting to go out and buy clothes right away, keep in mind that your results will develop over several months as the swelling subsides and the body adapts to its new contours. I recommend waiting at least 3 months for your preliminary results to be revealed before updating your wardrobe.
The Importance of Realistic Expectations
Understanding what each procedure in your Mommy Makeover can and can’t accomplish and what your final results may look like is crucial to setting realistic expectations. If you go in thinking that the number on the scale will change significantly, you may be disappointed. It’s often less about how much you weigh and more about how you look and feel with or without clothes.
Understanding what to expect withyour Mommy Makeover recovery and results leads to the best outcomes and smoothest journey. My staff and I are always here to support you and will provide you with detailed postoperative instructions, so you’ll know what not to do after a Mommy Makeover and how to maximize your recovery process.
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If you would like to learn more about your Mommy Makeover options, please request a consultation online or call Stoker Plastic Surgery at (310) 300-1779 today.
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