Thinking about getting a mommy makeover but not sure where you should start? The first step before moving forward with any plastic surgery is to carefully choose the right plastic surgeon for your procedure. Keep these five tips in mind to help you pick a plastic surgeon and get the most out of your mommy makeover.
1. Check for Board Certification
The first qualification that you should look for in a plastic surgeon is board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This means that your plastic surgeon has completed rigorous medical schooling, training and residency programs, in addition to having at least two years of professional practice experience after residency.
In this same vein, be wary of plastic surgeon’s offices that offer “too good to be true” prices. Your mommy makeover is certainly not where you want to cut costs, and most reputable plastic surgeons will offer financing solutions to help make your procedure as affordable as possible.
2. Ask about Mommy Makeover Experience
A mommy makeover consists of multiple plastic surgeries wrapped into one procedure. Thus, mommy makeovers can be intricate procedures that require a specific skill set and level of experience in order to achieve optimal results with minimal complications. So don’t be afraid to ask your plastic surgeon how much experience he or she has performing mommy makeovers in the past to help you make your decision.
Ask to see before and after mommy makeover pictures to give you a good idea of the experience, skill and overall aesthetic of your plastic surgeon.
3. Check for References
It’s never a bad idea to hop online and take a look at some of the reviews from a plastic surgeon’s previous clients. This should help you get a feel for how easy he or she is to work with, how accommodating the practice is as a whole and how satisfied other people have been with their mommy makeover results.
If you know a friend or family member who has had a mommy makeover or other plastic surgery, ask them for recommendations. Personal references can be very helpful when picking a plastic surgeon.
4. Ask the Right Questions
Once you’ve narrowed your search down to one or two plastic surgeons, schedule a consultation to get a feel for the office, staff members and, of course, plastic surgeon. During your consultation, ask lots of questions about your plastic surgery, like:
- How much experience do you have performing mommy makeovers?
- Am I a good candidate for a mommy makeover?
- What surgical techniques would you recommend for my procedure?
- Do you perform drain-free tummy tucks, and what are the advantages to this technique?
- What kinds of results can I expect?
- What will recovery be like?
- How many past clients have needed revision procedures?
- What potential complications should I be aware of?
5. Establish a Good Rapport
Don’t underestimate the importance of being able to establish a good rapport with your plastic surgeon. You’ll need to be able to feel comfortable and confident discussing your needs and goals with your plastic surgeon to make sure that the two of you are on the same page throughout the entire process.
Your plastic surgeon will also be your go-to resource for any questions or concerns that might come up along the way, so do your homework now and make sure you pick a plastic surgeon with whom you get along and feel comfortable.
Dr. Scot Martin concentrates on breast enhancement and body contouring at his practice in Las Cruces, New Mexico. A nationally recognized plastic surgeon, Dr. Martin is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
He looks forward to meeting you and helping you become the best version of yourself possible.
