07 Jul Add Emsculpt to Your Mommy Makeover
There’s no standard set of procedures involved in a mommy makeover, one of the most-requested treatments at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center. However, a mommy makeover is typically comprised of a tummy tuck, breast augmentation, and liposuction. The term is a bit of a misnomer, because it’s not just “mommies” who get these (usually) surgical makeovers. Women who have undergone weight fluctuations may also struggle with sagging and excess skin and fat in the stomach and lost volume in the breasts. However, just like with any surgery (or group of surgeries), you can improve and sustain results by adding on non-surgical treatments.
Most people who get mommy makeovers are women. They often want to get rid of extra fat in the stomach and side of the breasts (liposuction), remove excessive sagging of the stomach (tummy tuck), and improve the shape and size of their breasts (implants). A tummy tuck is perhaps the most misunderstood of these procedures. It’s a lot more than simply trimming away extra skin. A tummy tuck is a very invasive surgery that also reinforces the abdominal wall muscles. In fact, this part of the procedure is exactly the same surgery used to correct diastasis recti. In the vast majority of cases, a “new” bellybutton also needs to be created during surgery.
Although a tummy tuck strengthens the abdominal walls, it’s not going to give you a six-pack. Looking (and feeling!) strong and toned is just as important as having a taut, flat tummy for most women. That’s where Emsculpt can help. You can get it before or after a tummy tuck, but many women are opting for Emsculpt after they’ve healed from their tummy tuck (or mommy makeover) because it helps you get back on a fitness track after the surgical downtime.
Emsculpt After a Mommy Makeover
If you get a mommy makeover, or even “just” a tummy tuck, you’re going to need a recovery period. Your surgeon will provide a customized timeline, but on average you can’t start working out and lifting weights for at least six weeks after the surgery. You’ll immediately notice that your stomach is flatter, even during the swelling period of recovery, but what about those muscles? This can also be a frustrating period of forced rest for those who are otherwise gym rats. Emsculpt can be the answer to help you not only get back to a good fitness level but take your muscle toning to the next level.
Emsculpt works by forcing targeted muscles into 20,000 supramaximal contractions in just 30 minutes. It’s totally non-invasive, but you definitely need to recover a bit from any surgery before starting your series of treatments. Your provider can tell you how soon after a tummy tuck (or any surgery) you can begin Emsculpt. You can also use Emsculpt on virtually any muscle group, from the abs and glutes to the chest, legs, and arms. These contractions are the exact movements you achieve when lifting weights, but of course nobody can do 20,000 crunches, lunges, or squats consecutively.
The Emsculpt Difference
You don’t see immediate results in the gym, and you’re not going to see them with Emsculpt. Most people require 4 – 6 sessions spaced one month apart in order to get optimal results. You can help your muscles recover during and after Emsculpt sessions by sipping BCAA-infused water (sugar-free, zero-calorie options are available) and by feeding muscles protein right after your treatment. Protein is what muscles need to not only recover, but also grow.
Whether you’re already super into working out or want to kick-start a healthier regimen after your surgery, Emsculpt is a great complement. It’s not a replacement for working out, but it’s a fantastic addition. Even those who aren’t getting surgery are using Emsculpt to take their fitness to the next level, break through plateaus, and otherwise achieve results that just aren’t possible with workouts alone. Professional bodybuilders can attest that there are limits and caps no matter how hard you work. But Emsculpt can take you above and beyond—and it’s completely safe and backed by science. Schedule your Emsculpt consultation or appointment today by calling Parson Skin Center or completing the online contact form.