Does Mommy Makeover Surgery Leave Visible Scarring?

You’ve worked hard to get back to your pre-pregnancy weight through diet and exercise, but sometimes, it seems that all your hard work hits a plateau. A Mommy Makeover might be for you if you want to restore and rejuvenate your feminine curves. Naturally, you are probably wondering what kind of scarring you will experience with this procedure. In this blog, we’ll look at what you need to know about Mommy Makeover scars and how to take steps to reduce their appearance.

What Is Included in a Mommy Makeover?

A Mommy Makeover combines several plastic surgery procedures designed to revitalize areas of the body often affected by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Rather than a single operation, a Mommy Makeover combines multiple procedures into one operation, allowing for cost savings and a faster recovery.

At AesthetiCare Cosmetic Surgery Institute, your Mommy Makeover may include any of these procedures based on your specific needs:

• Breast Augmentation
• Breast Lift
• Breast Reduction
• Tummy Tuck (Full, Mini, or Extended)
• Tumescent Liposuction

Each treatment targets different concerns, from restoring breast volume and position to removing excess skin and fat from your abdomen. During your consultation, your aesthetic surgeon will help create a personalized approach that addresses your particular goals and concerns.

How Visible Are Mommy Makeover Scars?

The visibility of your Mommy Makeover scars depends on both the amount of correction needed and where your aesthetic surgeon places the incisions. Generally, an experienced surgeon will create incisions in discreet areas, such as below the bikini line or under the folds of the breasts.

To minimize scarring, you should follow all post-surgery care instructions carefully. Keeping incisions clean, avoiding strain on healing tissues, and protecting the areas from sun exposure will help reduce noticeable marks. Everybody heals differently, but most scars fade significantly over time.

Typical Locations of Mommy Makeover Incisions

Incision locations vary depending on which procedures make up your Mommy Makeover. Since this procedure combines multiple surgeries to help restore your pre-pregnancy figure, you’ll have different incision sites based on your specific plan.

• For breast procedures, incisions typically appear around the areola, along the breast crease, or in the armpit area.
• Tummy tucks usually require a horizontal incision between your hip bones, just above the pubic area. A second incision might circle your navel if you need a full tuck.
• Liposuction involves small, strategically placed incisions (about 1/4 inch) near the treatment areas. These tiny openings allow the surgeon to insert the cannula for fat removal.

Your surgeon will place these incisions where they will be concealed by clothing or natural body folds whenever possible, helping to minimize visible scarring.

The Importance of Aftercare

Every Mommy Makeover patient will heal differently and in their own time. Recovery happens in stages, with proper aftercare potentially speeding up the healing process.

Following your surgeon’s instructions carefully can significantly impact both your recovery time and final results. Good aftercare helps reduce swelling, prevent infection, and minimize scarring.

Your aftercare routine will likely include:

• Wearing compression garments to support healing tissues
• If necessary, taking prescribed medications to manage pain and prevent infection
• Limiting physical activity and avoiding heavy lifting
• Keeping incisions clean and dry
• Attending all follow-up appointments
• Gradually returning to regular activities as approved by your surgeon

Will Mommy Makeover Scars Fade Over Time?

Scars incurred from any plastic surgery procedure are permanent, but don’t let that worry you too much. With time, scarring typically fades considerably and flattens out. Most women find their scars become much less noticeable within six months to two years after surgery.

You can also take steps to reduce the appearance of scars with silicone sheets, scar gels, and even some medspa treatments like RF microneedling. Wear sunscreen over your healed incision sites to protect from UV rays, which can darken or discolor scars.

Ready for a Mommy Makeover in Southern California?

At AesthetiCare Cosmetic Surgery Institute, your confidence restoration is our specialty. Our aesthetic surgeons are here to help you achieve the look you have always desired with compassionate care and specialized expertise.

Call us today at (949) 661-1700 or visit our contact page to schedule your personal consultation.