Abdominoplasty & Breast Reduction

For women who have large breasts, it is not uncommon to request a Mommy Makeover that combines a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with a breast reduction. For these Dallas, Texas women, as well as women from around the DFW Metroplex, breastfeeding has accentuated the droop of their already large breasts, which can impact them both physically and socially. Large breasts are cumbersome and make athletic activities such as jogging uncomfortable and difficult. In addition, the weight of large breasts can cause neck and back pain, bra strap grooving, and rashes under the breasts due to sweating.

Tummy Tuck and Breast Reduction

A Personalized Procedure

While Mommy Makeovers usually include a tummy tuck to restore a flat, firm abdomen, the breast enhancement procedures can vary greatly because breasts don't respond in the same way to pregnancy and breastfeeding. Many women who had large breasts when they became pregnant end up with even larger breasts that sag afterwards. A breast reduction decreases breast volume and lifts the breasts, yielding more shapely breasts that are more proportionate to the body frame.  

What to Expect

For most women, a tummy tuck/breast reduction combination Mommy Makeover can be done as an outpatient procedure and takes 5 to 6 hours of surgical time. While the main reason women have a Mommy Makeover is to reverse the effects of pregnancy and nursing, they also enjoy having a single recovery period. Many women end up with enhanced self-confidence, in addition to an enhanced figure.