Post-Pregnancy Surgery Sydney

Post-Pregnancy Tummy and Breast Surgery Initial Consultation

On your first visit to our Sydney Plastic Surgeon, you will be able to discuss your concerns with Dr Eddy Dona.

Although the term Post-Pregnancy Surgery refers to addressing issues that arise from pregnancy, there is no set list of procedures. What goes into the surgical combination is very personal—no two women are alike, so each procedure is tailored to meet the woman’s individual needs. During your consultation, Dr Dona will assess and discuss your particular concerns and options available to you.

Further, although Post-Pregnancy Surgery generally refer to women who have given birth, you don’t need to be a mum to have this surgery. It is a popular term for having breast and tummy surgery at the same time, as these two surgeries pair well together. Women who have lost a significant amount of weight can also benefit from “Post-Pregnancy Surgery”, regardless of whether they are a mother. As such, it is often better to refer to this combination of procedures as a Total Body Reconstruction (regardless of the cause of the concerns).

What Does Post-Pregnancy Tummy and Breast Surgery Include?

Abdominoplasty (more commonly known as Tummy Tuck)

The Tummy Tuck procedure is the commonest procedure included in Post-Pregnancy Surgery.

Pregnancy, weight fluctuations and the aging process can result in damaged muscles, damaged and scarred skin, excess skin and stubborn fat accumulation.

Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that’s designed to reconstruct the midsection. The procedure removes excess scarred skin, lifts the pubic region, and repairs weakened and separated abdominal muscles, and lifts up the pubic/mons region. The muscle repair component of a Tummy Tuck can sometimes improve two of the most common physical complaints experienced by women after labour and delivery— back pain and incontinence.
There are many variations of the Tummy Tuck including a Mini, a Standard, a Fleur De Lis, and an Open Book Tummy Tuck. These different variations are designed to address differing degrees on concerns and reconstructive requirements. During your initial consultation, Dr Dona will be able to advise you on which type of Tummy Tuck you would be best suited for.

Whilst a Tummy Tuck is often considered a cosmetic surgical procedure, for the vast majority of patients it is first and foremost a reconstructive procedure.

Patients seek Tummy Tuck surgery to:

• Repair structural abdominal defects such as Diastasis recti (separated abdominal muscles), hernias and other abnormalities caused by trauma, obesity, pregnancy and extensive weight loss.
• Alleviate itching, infections and irritations caused by excess skin.
• Improve mobility by removing excess problematic skin and repairing muscles.
• All of the above will improve lifestyle and well-being. The ability to wear different clothing that the individual will feel more comfortable in is an additional bonus.

Ultimately, the procedure removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and repairs loose and damaged abdominal muscles and lifts up the pubic/mons region. The result is improved functionality and therefore lifestyle.

To learn more, go to our TUMMY TUCK page.

Breast Augmentation

Breast Augmentation, also referred to as Bilateral Augmentation Mammoplasty (BAM), or Breast Implants, is a cosmetic surgery that involves using silicone implants to enhance the size and shape of your breasts. Breast Augmentation is a common cosmetic surgery in Australia and worldwide. This procedure may also restore breast volume, shape and symmetry after pregnancy or extensive weight loss.

To learn more, go to our BREAST AUGMENTATION page.

Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

Mastopexy, also known as Breast Lift surgery, is a surgical procedure that lifts and reshapes the breasts. It can address ptosis (droop) and asymmetry caused by pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging, illness or defect. The procedure will not make your breasts appear larger. Instead, it involves removing excess skin, tissue and fat, to effectively create a lifted breast. However, a Breast Lift is often combined with a Breast Implant.

A Breast Lift is an option if:
• Your breasts have undergone ptosis (droop) with or without a loss in volume
• Your nipples and areolas point downwards
• Your nipples are low (below your breast crease is a crude guide that some may use).
• You have a very heavy underboob with a long distance from your lower breast fold to your nipple.
• Your breasts are asymmetrical, with one sitting lower
• Your areolas have stretched out of proportion to your breasts

Breast lift surgery effectively involves the process of deconstructing and reconstructing the breasts, while removing excess breast skin, to create the new breast form.

To learn more, go to our BREAST LIFT page.

Nipple & Areolas

When it comes to the breasts, the nipple and areola often draw the most attention. Women who are concerned with the appearance of their nipples or areolas can undergo surgery to address issues they may have with the size, length, thickness, shape and/or symmetry. These operations can either be performed in isolation or as part of other breast surgery – such as a breast augmentation, breast lift or breast reduction.

You may consider areola and nipple surgery if:

• Your areolas are disproportionately large
• Your nipples are exceedingly long or ptotic (droopy)
• Your nipples are asymmetrical
• Your nipples are inverted

An areola reduction is where an incision is made around the areola to remove pigmented areas. This procedure creates a smaller areola circumference while also addressing concerns with shape and symmetry.

To learn more, go to our NIPPLE AREOLA surgery page.

Liposuction

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery procedure that involves the removal of excess stubborn superficial fat. Liposuction is not a magical weight-loss method; instead, it is a method that reshapes certain areas of the body by removing excess fat deposits. Liposuction is commonly used to target areas of stubborn fat that do not respond to diet and exercises.

To learn more, go to our LIPOSUCTION page.