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The Ultimate Guide to Mommy Makeover Procedures

A “Mommy Makeover” is a transformative set of cosmetic procedures designed to help women regain their pre-pregnancy bodies. This comprehensive guide will walk you through each procedure commonly included in a mommy makeover and what you can expect from the journey.

What is a Mommy Makeover?

A mommy makeover is a tailored combination of cosmetic surgeries to restore a woman’s body after childbirth. Pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can lead to significant changes in a woman’s body, including sagging breasts, stretched abdominal skin, and stubborn fat deposits. The mommy makeover addresses these concerns, helping women feel rejuvenated and confident in their appearance.

Common Procedures in a Mommy Makeover

Breast Augmentation

  • Purpose and Goals: Breast augmentation, or breast enhancement, involves the use of implants to increase breast volume and improve shape. This procedure can restore lost volume due to aging or breastfeeding and enhance the overall symmetry of the breasts.
  • Types of Implants: Patients can choose between saline and silicone implants. Saline implants are filled with a sterile saltwater solution, while silicone implants contain a silicone gel that mimics the feel of natural breast tissue. Dr. Bishara and his team will help you choose the best option for your body and desired outcome.
  • What to Expect: During the procedure, implants are inserted through small incisions, typically made under the breast or in the armpit. Recovery generally involves a few days of rest and some discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed pain medications. Most patients can return to light activities within one to two weeks.

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Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

  • Purpose and Goals: A breast lift raises and firms sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue. This procedure is ideal for women who have experienced significant changes in breast shape and position due to aging or breastfeeding.
  • Types of Breast Lift Techniques: There are various techniques for a breast lift, including the crescent lift, periareolar lift, and anchor lift. The choice of technique depends on the degree of sagging and the desired result.
  • Recovery Expectations: Post-surgery, you may experience swelling and discomfort, which medication can alleviate. Following our postcare instructions regarding activity restrictions and wound care is essential to ensure optimal healing.

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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

  • Purpose and Goals: A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area and tightens the abdominal muscles. This procedure particularly benefits women with loose, sagging skin that has not responded to diet or exercise.
  • Types of Tummy Tucks: A full tummy tuck addresses the entire abdominal area, while a mini tummy tuck focuses on the lower abdomen. Dr. Bishara will recommend the best approach based on your specific needs.
  • What to Expect: During the procedure, an incision is made across the lower abdomen, and excess skin and fat are removed. Recovery involves a period of rest and limited mobility to allow the abdominal muscles to heal. Most patients return to their daily activities within four to six weeks.

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Liposuction

  • Purpose and Goals: Liposuction targets localized fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise. Common areas for liposuction include the abdomen, thighs, hips, and arms. The procedure helps contour the body and achieve a more sculpted appearance.
  • Expected Outcomes: Liposuction involves small incisions through which a thin tube, or cannula, is used to suction out fat. You may experience bruising and swelling post-procedure, but these symptoms typically subside within a few weeks. Most patients can resume normal activities within a few days, though complete results may take several months to become fully visible.

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Body Contouring

  • Overview: Body contouring procedures can complement the results of a mommy makeover by targeting areas of loose skin or stubborn fat. These procedures may include thigh lifts, arm lifts, or additional liposuction.
  • How They Complement Other Procedures: By addressing multiple areas of concern, body contouring can enhance the overall outcome of a mommy makeover, providing a more balanced and proportionate appearance.

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Personalized Mommy Makeover Plans

A mommy makeover is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Each patient’s needs and goals are unique, and a personalized plan ensures that all concerns are addressed. During your consultation, Dr. Bishara will assess your body, discuss your goals, and recommend a combination of procedures that best meets your needs.

Preparing for Your Mommy Makeover

  • Pre-Surgery Consultations: Before your surgery, you’ll meet with Dr. Bishara to discuss your medical history, goals, and expectations. This is also the time to ask any questions you may have about the procedures, recovery, and results.
  • Preparing Your Home: Arrange for help at home during your recovery period. This may include assistance with childcare, household chores, and transportation to and from the surgery center.
  • What to Bring: On the day of your surgery, bring comfortable clothing, any prescribed medications, and a supportive friend or family member to accompany you.

The Recovery Process

  • Immediate Post-Op Care: After your surgery, you must rest and follow your postcare instructions carefully. Pain and discomfort are common but manageable with prescribed medications.
  • Short-Term Recovery: In the days following your procedure, you may experience swelling, bruising, and limited mobility. Adhering to your activity and wound care guidelines is crucial for a smooth recovery.
  • Long-Term Recovery: Full recovery can take several weeks to months, depending on the procedures performed. During this time, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and attending follow-up appointments will help you achieve and maintain your desired results.

Results and Outcomes

Each procedure in a mommy makeover is designed to enhance different aspects of your body. Results may vary, but many women find significant improvements in body contour, breast shape, and overall confidence.  A balanced diet, regular exercise, and ongoing care will help you maintain the results of your mommy makeover. Your surgeon can provide guidance on how to best care for your body post-surgery.

Cost and Financing Options

The cost of a mommy makeover varies depending on the procedures included and the complexity of your case. It’s important to discuss the financial aspects during your consultation. Many patients explore financing options to make their mommy makeover more affordable.

Choosing the Right Surgeon

When selecting a plastic surgeon, look for board certification, extensive experience with mommy makeovers, and positive patient reviews. A skilled and experienced surgeon will help you achieve the best possible results.

Schedule consultations with potential surgeons to discuss your goals, review their portfolios, and ensure you feel comfortable with their approach.

A mommy makeover can be a life-changing experience, helping you restore your body and boost your confidence. You can achieve the desired results by understanding each procedure and working closely with a qualified surgeon. If you’re considering a mommy makeover and want to explore your options, contact Dr. Bishara at Paragon Plastic Surgery. Schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and create a personalized plan that fits your needs.

Book your consultation with Dr. Bishara today and take the first step towards a rejuvenated you!

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Liposuction

 
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Summer is here but you might be thinking that you didn’t quite get the summer body you wanted or have noticed stubborn fat that you cannot get rid of. Most people think that liposuction is just an easy way out of not having to work out or eat healthy, but it’s not!
 

Who should consider a liposuction


People who should consider having a liposuction are people that have those stubborn “love handles” or just fat that is hard to get rid of, even with exercising and dieting. Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure. For a liposuction procedure, the patient has to have a steady weight and should be in general good health. A liposuction is to help contour the patients body.
 

Treatable areas


Liposuction is most known to be done on the patients abdomen. Truth is liposuction can also be done on the flanks (“love handles”), hips, thighs, buttocks, and arms. Liposuction can also be done while getting a tummy tuck! Liposuction in general can give you that nice body contour that  has been so hard to achieve.
 
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Need a Surgeon?

 
Choosing a surgeon can be hard and stressful! Ill help you out a bit, Dr. Mark A. Bishara at The Paragon Plastic Surgery and Med Spa has performed many liposuction procedures. Dr. Bishara has awesome bedside manners and is very friendly and attentive with all patients. He will definetly make you feel at ease. All it takes an initial consultation for you to realize that you have found one of the best surgeons in town!
 
 
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR LIPOSUCTION SERVICES, PLEASE CONTACT US (817) 473-2120 OR EMAIL [email protected] TO SCHEDULE AN  APPOINTMENT.
   
 

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If only mosquitos sucked fat instead of blood…

How nice would that be? Hey, one can only dream that one day that will happen. In the mean time i know someone who is not mosquito but does in fact do an awesome job at sucking fat. Dr. Mark Bishara at The Paragon Plastic Surgery and Med Spa is highly recommendable as he has done many liposuction surgeries.  With the scare of the Zika virus being current in 2016, genetically modified mosquitoes have been released in tropical areas that show promise in controlling the virus. That being said, wouldn’t it be nice if mosquitos could suck fat?

How many of us have them….

Ok so between you and I, there is quite a bit a people that have some stubborn fat that we just can not get rid off. Exercising and dieting and and it just doesn’t go anywhere! Well a visit with Dr. Mark A. Bishara at The Paragon Plastic Surgery and Med Spa might just do the trick. Liposuction has been around for years and has had many marvelous results, at least that is the case here at The Paragon Plastic Surgery and Med Spa. So why not give it a try and get your body to where you’ve always wanted.

Making the decision

Making the decision to have liposuction done is not easy. The first thing you want to do is consult with Dr. Mark A. Bishara and explain exactly what you are aiming to do. As any doctor should Dr. Mark A. Bishara will recommend whats best for you and your health. Dr. Bishara will take before and after photographs making it easier for you to see the big change.

Giving you peace of mind

In the following animations you will be able to have a clearer view on what liposuction is and how its done. You will also be able to see the areas that it can be done on.
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LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR LIPOSUCTION  SERVICES, PLEASE CONTACT US (817) 473-2120 OR EMAIL [email protected]
 
 
   



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Liposuction

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Click here to view the Tummy Liposuction procedure animated »
Click here to view the Arm Liposuction procedure animated »
Click here to view the Buttocks Liposuction procedure animated »
Click here to view the Thighs Liposuction procedure animated
Liposuction/Lipoplasty or as many refer to as Lipo is a surgical procedure used to slim and reshape certain areas of the body. It is used to remove excessive fat deposits that just don’t respond with dieting or exercise. Liposuction can be done on areas from thighs to hips and buttocks as well as in the abdomen, waist, back and upper arms.
 
Dr. Giorgio Fischer invented the Liposuction procedure in 1974. Soon after, four years later Dr. Illouz, a french plastic surgeon, made the first cosmetic use of the procedure. The Liposuction invention has now been one of the most popular procedures performed by Dr. Mark A. Bishara here at The Paragon Plastic Surgery and Med Spa.
 
Who is a Candidate?
 
Although many people think that liposuction is a great way to get rid of unwanted fat or just a way of not having to deal with dieting or exercise that is not the case. To be a candidate one must have a stable body weight and be in good general health, exercising and have an on going diet. Liposuction is not a weight loss method nor a treatment for obesity. The purpose of the procedure is to help the patient change and enhance the contour of his/her body.
 
 
About the Procedure….

When having any procedure there are many things that should be done. The first step  is coming in and consulting with Dr. Mark A. Bishara here at The Paragon Plastic Surgery and Med Spa. Coming in will help the surgeon understand what areas to aim for and explain all steps on what takes place on the day of surgery. Once agreed with Dr. Mark A. Bishara on the areas that will be treated the surgery appointment will be set.
 
On the day of your liposuction procedure, consent forms will be signed. Dr. Mark A. Bishara will mark the areas where the fat will be removed from. Photographs will be taken for use of before and after. The nurse will then start an IV fluid line. Liposuction is usually carried out under general anesthesia, fluids containing medicines that limit blood loss and reduce discomfort are injected into the areas that are to be treated. Throughout the liposuction the nurses at The Paragon Plastic Surgery and Med Spa will monitor the patients blood pressure, heart rate, and blood oxygen level. During liposuction Dr. Mark A. Bishara removes the fat using a hollow instrument/ cannula that is attached to a high pressure vacuum. The cannula is then inserted under the skin, and the fat suction begins.
 
On the road Recovery

As with most surgeries, after liposuction patients typically experience bleeding, swelling and bruising. Bruising usually goes away within 3 to 6 weeks. 80% swelling is gone in 2 to 6 weeks and the remainder should be gone in 3 to 12 months. Fever may occur the first few days following surgery as it is is a normal process of the inflammatory response. As far as diet, you may resume your usual diet after surgery. Avoid caffeinated and alcoholic drinks 48 hours after surgery. Make sure to keep hydrated for the first few days. Drainage may occur, within the first 24-72 hours after surgery a large volume of blood-tinged fluid will drain from the small drain ports. Going home the day of surgery you will wear and elastic garment and it should be removed the morning after surgery to shower then put back on and off after showers until your follow up procedure. The Paragon Plastic Surgery Med Spa will provide you with all post op care instructions after your liposuction procedure.
image LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR LIPOSUCTION  SERVICES, PLEASE CONTACT US (817) 473-2120 OR EMAIL [email protected]
 
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Is Liposuction Right for Me?-by Dr. Mark Bishara in Mansfield & Southlake

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the US, and sculpts the body by removing undesirable areas of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise. This procedure may be used on the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, thighs, chin, cheeks, arms and more, and helps contour the body for an overall slimmer appearance.  Dr. Mark Bishara provides a wide range of cosmetic procedures, including liposuction, and body contouring and tummy tucks- as well as many others.

What is Liposuction?

The concept of liposuction is surprisingly simple. Liposuction is a surgical technique that improves the body’s contour by removing excess fat from deposits located between the skin and muscle. Liposuction involves the use of a small stainless steel tube, called a cannula (from the Latin word for reed, tube, cane). The cannula is connected to a powerful suction pump and inserted into the fat through small incisions in the skin. Fat removal is accomplished as the suction cannula creates tiny tunnels through the fatty layers. After surgery, these tiny tunnels collapse and thus result in an improved body contour.
Have you looked at your figure and wondered whether you could benefit from liposuction? Here are a few things to think about when considering liposuction.

Fine-Tuning, Not a Complete Overhaul

Liposuction is not a weight loss solution. Before getting liposuction, you should be at or close to your ideal weight. Liposuction is for those who exercise, eat a balanced diet, and are in good overall health but need help eliminating deposits of stubborn fat in specific areas.

Does Liposuction Produce Permanent Results?

After liposuction, the new body’s shape is more or less permanent. If a patient does gain a moderate amount of weight after liposuction, then the figure will simply be a larger version of the new body shape. Fat cells that are removed by liposuction do not grow back. If the patient does not gain excessive amounts of weight, then the new more pleasing silhouette is permanent. Of course after liposuction, the clock keeps ticking, and advancing age will produce the usual changes in the shape of the body associated with the aging process. Nevertheless, the benefits of liposuction will always be apparent.
If you have excessive amounts of fat and loose skin in these areas, you may require a more comprehensive procedures such as a tummy tuck or other body contouring procedure.

What Happens if I Gain Weight After Liposuction?

The more weight a patient gains after liposuction, the less dramatic the results of liposuction will be. Ideally a patient should weigh less after liposuction by an amount equal to the weight of the removed fat. Thus, after 150 pound woman has two liposuction surgeries, where each surgery removes 4 pounds of fat (total of 8 pounds, equal one gallon), she should ideally keep her weight at or below 142 pounds. However, if she gains 8 pounds and thus weighs 150 pounds six months after liposuction, then the cosmetic results will still be pleasing but not optimal. And if she were to weigh 160 pounds after liposuction, then she would still look better than if she had not had liposuction, and her clothes might fit better, but her results would be less than ideal.

If I Do Not Gain Weight, Does Fat Come Back in the Treated Areas?

If a patient does not gain weight after liposuction, then fat does not come back in the treated areas. However liposuction does not stop the aging process. It is natural for the size and location of the body’s fat deposits to change gradually with increasing age. Despite expected changes with aging, the results of a successful liposuction should always be apparent.
Dr. Mark Bishara provides a wide range of cosmetic procedures to help patients look and feel their best. These procedures are designed to improve the appearance of the face and body through minimally invasive techniques that provide highly effective results. Many of these procedures can be combined in order to achieve your desired appearance.  To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bishara, please contact our office directly at (817) 473-2120.
 
 

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