Mommy Makeover vs. Tummy Tuck: Which is Right for You?

Body changes with age, after pregnancy, or dramatic weight loss. Luckily, reshaping procedures correct excess skin, stubborn fat, and loose skin. All it requires is to consult an expert.

Dr. Jonathan Ross Berman who has over 30 years of experience is one of the leading plastic surgeons performing body-enhancing procedures. Dr. Berman is certified by:

• American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• American Society for Aesthetic Surgery
• American Board of Otolaryngology

He performs many types of plastic surgery, including rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, and facelift.

He also performs the popular mommy makeover and tummy tuck. Women seek the two body procedures to recontour their figures to achieve a more confident and comfortable lifestyle, but men too can benefit. A surgeon can perform one procedure or combine it with other procedures for optimal results.

Makeovers and tummy tucks have great benefits, but maybe you are not sure about the one to make you feel and look your best. Read on to learn more about each procedure to know how it improves appearance.

What is a Tummy Tuck?

This surgical procedure also called abdominoplasty removes excess skin, fat, and tissue between pubic hair and the belly button. A plastic surgeon trims and sculpts the midsection to restore the abdomen to youthful sleekness. Tummy tucks can improve the appearance of women, especially after pregnancy or after losing much weight.

What is a Mommy Makeover?

A mommy makeover combines two or more plastic surgery procedures. These procedures often include a breast lift or augmentation. A tummy tuck may also include liposuction that removes pockets of stubborn fat and other procedures.

A mommy makeover helps restore a woman’s body after post-pregnancy changes because they loosen the skin, stretches the stomach, and breasts sag. All these can affect the way a woman feels about her body. Exercise and dieting can improve some areas but cannot change everything caused by pregnancy.

Dr. Berman customizes mommy makeovers to suit your appearance goals. A mommy makeover helps you to feel yourself again. The procedure restores the body to a pre-pregnancy appearance for clothes to fit better and improve confidence.

Difference Between a Mommy Makeover and Tummy Tuck

Both serve the same purpose, but they have differences.

First is the number of procedures. Mommy makeover comprises at least two procedures, but a tummy tuck is just one procedure.

The second difference is the area a procedure focuses on. A tummy tuck takes place on the abdomen. It is a choice for women interested in removing excess skin and tissue on the midsection. A mommy makeover repairs more body parts depending on the plastic surgery procedures. It suits women who want body reshaping to be more comprehensive. The stomach, breasts, lower body, and face are some of the parts that a mommy makeover can reshape.

How To Choose Between Mommy Makeover and Tummy Tuck

Your choice depends on the goals you want to achieve. The good news is that Dr. Berman can assist you in determining if a mommy makeover or tummy tuck is the right one for you. Dr. Berman will plan a consultation to define your goals and guide you in deciding on the right procedures to achieve them. His clinic is in Boca Raton, Florida.

Schedule a Consultation

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Berman, call our office at (561) 417-0171 or contact us online.