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Mommy Makeover

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

This 24-year old stay-at-home Mom from El Cajon, California is post-op breast augmentation surgery performed by Dr. Pousti and is extremely is happy with her results!

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The patient researched for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and found Dr. Pousti on the Internet. The patient expressed that she did not have any specific problems other then she wanted larger breasts. In order to achieve her desired look, Dr. Pousti used saline breast implants filled to 625cc on both breasts, made by Mentor Corporation.

The patient is now 2-years post op breast surgery and is very pleased with her results. After she has healed and recovered from her breast implant surgery, the patient decided to have tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty). The patient was so impressed with Dr. Pousti’s work on her breasts, and wanted him to perform her tummy tuck surgery.

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The patient had 1-pregnancy, even with dieting and exercising the patient could not get rid of her stretch markings and her extra abdominal skin from losing elasticity from the pregnancy.

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The night before surgery the patient met with Dr. Pousti to perform markings. The patient brought in her favorite bikini to show Dr. wear to hide her incision. Liposuction would also be performed to have better contouring of the sides and hips. The patient is extremely happy with her new mommy makeover.

Mommy Makeover after Twins

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

This 36-year old mommy of 3, 1 pregnancy, she carried twins.  The patient was extremely unhappy with her “baby pooch”, the muscle laxity (separated abdominal muscles) and excess abdominal skin. She was ready for a mommy makeover.

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She also wanted a breast lift (mastopexy) and breast implants to create a “perky” look and to only fill the volume lost in her breasts from breast-feeding. After meeting Dr. Pousti several times to discuss her options, the patient knew she had the best surgeon to perform her surgery.

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Dr. Pousti meets with the patient the night before surgery to perform measurements and make markings.

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Markings and measurements is performed the night before surgery and the surgery is explained in detail to make to patient feel comfortable before surgery.

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A breast lift was necessary to achieve the look and breast shape desired by the patient.

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With a breast lift performed, you can see the fullness on top

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Saline breast implants were used and filled to 280cc to achieve the patient’s desired look.

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Dr. Pousti repaired her separated abdominal wall muscles, which were stretched from her 2 pregnancies, 1 of her pregnancies she carried twins.

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Liposuction surgery was performed in the flanks and back to contour her waistline along with tummy tuck and back lipectomy.

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The patient is extremely happy with her new mommy look.

Mommy Makeover

Monday, June 14th, 2010

This 52-year old mother of 3 children from El Cajon, California was unhappy with her post-baby tummy. She researched tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) for several years before she decided to proceed with a consultation. She was referred to Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Pousti by a friend who was also a previous patient.

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During her meeting with the doctor, the patient emphasized that she was unhappy with her flank and abdomen area and struggled to lose the excess skin in that area through diet and exercise alone. Because she was unhappy with her flank area, the Doctor recommended that she would benefit from an extended tummy tuck to give her the best possible result. An extended tummy tuck would prevent the “muffin top” look.

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The night before surgery, markings are performed to ensure accurate and precise measurements and symmetry.

Dr. Pousti outlines the patient’s favorite swimsuit bottom in red to mark where the tummy tuck incision will be hidden underneath.

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The planned procedure is discussed in detail with the patient.

The patient is now 2-years post-op surgery and is extremely pleased with her new mommy makeover look.



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Mommy Makeover

Monday, June 7th, 2010

This 28-year old mommy from San Diego, California was interested in a mommy makeover involving tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) and breast augmentation. After she decided that she was finished having children, she began to research for a board certified plastic surgeon in Southern California. Although she lost her post-baby weight, she was still unhappy with her abdomen area and breasts.

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The patient decided to proceed with mommy makeover surgery with Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Tom Pousti, whom she had surgery with before.  During her consultation with him, they discussed all possible options and the planned procedure was discussed in detail. She emphasized that she wanted her rectus muscles tightened and the excess skin removed from her abdomen area. She wanted to also achieve a natural look for her breasts using silicone-gel implants.

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The night prior to surgery, Dr. Pousti performes markings for such complex cases which involve multiple procedures. Markings are measured to achieve symmetry and accuracy. All of the patients questions are answered at this time as well.

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The patient is asked to bring in a bottom to ensure the incision is hidden underneath or below the bikini line.

The patient is already 3 months post-op surgery and she is extremely pleased with her mommy makeover results. She feels very comfortable in her skin as a Mom and couldn’t be happier with her post-baby body!



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Patient Testimonial:

I began looking for a plastic surgeon about 6 months after the birth of my 9lb 9oz baby girl in November of 2005. After delivering an almost a 10lb baby it was obvious my body would never be the same and I was going to need a surgical intervention to put me back to the way I used to be! It didn�t take long before I was browsing the before and after photos of Dr. Pousti�s website. I was hooked! His before and after photos were the best I had ever seen! I wrote down Dr. Pousti�s information and put it away, knowing I wasn�t going to be able to have anything done until I was done having babies. Over the 3 year period between my 1st and 2nd baby I continued to look for plastic surgeons online and never found anyone who held a candle to Dr. Pousti. After I had my Son in November of 2008 my body had all but given up. The muscles in my stomach were so separated I could literally place my fist between them. I looked 4 months pregnant even after loosing all my baby weight plus a little more. Body shapers or baggy clothing became a necessity. The stretch marks on my stomach made the skin look like it had a �burnt� texture to it. No amount of weight loss or sit ups could cure what had happened to me during pregnancy. I had my 1st consultation with Dr. Pousti in the fall of 2009. The office was bustling with activity, but Dr. Pousti took his time while examining me and answered all of my questions. I never once felt rushed. I met with two other women that day who had just had the same procedures done and boy did they look fantastic! After I left that night I knew I had found the Doctor for me. I came back for another consultation a few weeks later and scheduled my surgery for February of 2010. I am currently 3 months post surgery and I am COMPLETELY thrilled!!! My breasts look amazing and I swear you could bounce a quarter off of my abs! I have never in my life had a stomach so flat! My stretch marks are completely gone and I have the cutesiest belly button! I absolutely LOVE Dr. Pousti and his staff! I feel as if he has given me my life back. No more padding my bra or hiding my tummy under layers and layers of clothing. I can not wait for summer; I get to wear a bikini for the 1st time in 5 years!! If you are considering plastic surgery, look no further! You will not find anyone better than Dr. Pousti.

Mommy Makeover

Monday, May 17th, 2010

This 39-year old mommy of three had been interested in a mommy makeover for many years. After losing the post-baby weight, she was still very unhappy with her body proportions and wanted to improve the look of her abdomen area and her “saggy” breasts. The patient decided to research for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who had experience in tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast augmentation with breast lift surgery (mastopexy).

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When she met Dr. Pousti and his staff, she felt very comfortable with his bed-side manner and honesty and decided to proceed with surgery. During her consultation with Dr. Pousti, he discussed the best options possible for her. He assured that he would be able to improve the asymmetry of her breasts and remove the excess, loose skin of her abdomen as well as tighten her rectus muscles, stretched from pregnancy. She loved that she was able to meet some of his previous patients who had similar procedures done as a reference. She scheduled for a mommy makeover immediately.

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Markings were performed the night prior to surgery. All of the patient’s questions were answered and the planned procedure was discussed in full detail.

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The morning of surgery, markings are reevaluated to ensure accuracy and symmetry. To achieve symmetry of her breasts, Dr. Pousti performed a limited breast lift on the left breast and used a “lollipop” incision on the right breast, which involves an incision around the areola along with a vertical incision. The breast implants were placed under the muscle. The patient is required to wear a surgical bra and abdominal binder for 4-6 weeks to aid in the healing process.

The patient is 6-weeks post-op surgery and is very excited with her mommy makeover. She is looking forward to her final results.



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Mommy Makeover

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

This 42-year old mommy of three children from Murrieta, California was interested in tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty). Once, she decided that she was done having children, she was determined to regain her pre-pregnancy body. She felt that after losing all the baby weight, she was still unhappy with the loose, excess skin of her abdominal area. She discovered Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Tom Pousti on the internet and decided to set up a consultation with him right away at his Murrieta clinic. After meeting with some patients who had the mommy makeover procedure, she knew he was the best plastic surgeon for her.

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The patient felt very comfortable with Dr. Pousti and his staff. He explained the procedure in detail and answered all of her questions before the surgery day. The night before, Dr. Pousti requests for the patient to come in and meet with him for markings. The Dr. explained to the patient that she would significantly benefit from an extended tummy tuck, which would help improve the flank area.

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After 2-months post-op extended tummy tuck surgery, the patient is extremely happy with the results of her surgery. She is looking forward to the final results.



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Mommy Makeover

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

This 40-year old mommy of two from Lake Matthews, California searched on the internet for a board certified plastic surgeon who specialized in a ”mommy makeover.” She had lost the post-baby weight but was very frustrated with the loose, excess skin in her abdominal area and wanted to regain the volume in her breasts. After reviewing the many before and after photos on Dr. Pousti’s website, she knew she would benefit from breast augmentation and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) surgery.

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During her consultation with Dr. Pousti at his Murrieta clinic in Temecula, the pateint felt very comfortable with the Doctor and his staff. She decided to proceed with surgery.

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The patient is 4-years post-op of a mommy makeover. In order to achieve her desired look, Dr. Pousti placed 480cc saline-filled implants under the muscle. The patient is extremely happy with her results.

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Mommy Makeover

Monday, April 26th, 2010

This 33-year old mommy of three from Oceanside, California wanted to improve her post-pregnancy body contours. After doing extensive research for plastic surgery procedures, she decided to look into a mommy makeover which would include tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty), breast augmentation/lift (mastopexy), and  liposuction surgery. In order to achieve her desired results safely, she was determined to find a board certified plastic surgeon to perform the multiple procedures.

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The patient discovered Double Board Certified, Dr. Tom Pousti on the internet and couldn’t believe the amazing results of his mommy makeovers. She set up a consultation to meet with him right away once she lost the post-baby weight. During her consultation, Dr. Pousti provided his honest advice and explained to the patient that she would significantly benefit from an extended tummy tuck for the best results possible. She emphasized that she wanted to obtain fullness in her breasts and wanted a perkier look since they had changed and lost the volume after nursing her children. She knew after meeting the Doctor and his staff that she would be in good hands and decided to proceed with surgery.

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The night prior to surgery, Dr. Pousti meets with the patient to go over the planned procedure and markings are performed.

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Measurements are precise to provide symmetry. Liposuction is included to improve the contours. The patient is required to wear an abdominal binder and surgical bra for 4 weeks to help minimize the swelling and provide support.

She is 6-weeks post-op extended tummy tuck surgery with liposuction of the flanks and back. Dr. Pousti used saline-filled implants to achieve symmetry. The patient is very pleased with her new and improved look and looks forward to seeing the final results of surgery.



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Mommy Makeover

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

This 29-year old mommy from Washington was unhappy with her post-pregnancy body. The mommy of two, felt that no matter how much she exercised, she could not get rid of the loose excess skin in her abdominal area and wanted fullness in her breasts. She researched for a board certified plastic surgeon online and found Dr. Pousti. She was very impressed with his experience in mommy makeovers and knew she would benefit from a tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) and breast augmentation surgery.

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Since she lived out of state, she consulted with Dr. Pousti via email. She decided to schedule surgery with Dr. Pousti as her surgeon and flew into San Diego for surgery.

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The day prior to surgery, the patient met Dr. Pousti in his La Mesa office. Markings were performed while the planned procedure was discussed in detail.

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The morning of surgery, measurements are reviewed to ensure preciseness and accuracy.

The patient is extremely pleased with her results. She will continue to follow-up with Dr. Pousti via email and telephone.


Results of a Mommy Makeover

Monday, April 19th, 2010

This 32-year old mommy from Murrieta, California has been researching a “mommy makeover” for several years. After having children, she felt very unhappy with her post-pregnancy body and wanted a flatter tummy and fuller breasts. She was referred to Dr. Pousti by two of her friends who are also mommy makeover patients of the Doctor. She checked out Dr. Poustis’s website on the internet and was very impressed with his experience as a Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon helping moms from all over the world. During her consultation, Dr. Pousti explained to her that she was a great candidate for abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and breast augmentation / breast lift (mastopexy) surgery.

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The patient was determined to lose as much weight possible before her surgery to get the best results possible. She was excited to have her muscles repaired, which have been stretched from pregnancy, and the lose excess skin in her abdominal area removed. She emphasized to the Doctor that she wanted a flat, tight tummy and perkier breasts.

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She is 2 months post-op surgery. In order to achieve her desired look, Dr. Pousti placed silicone-gel breast implants under the muscle. The patient is extremely pleased with her new and improved look.



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Patient Testimonial:

I just wanted to take the time to express how unbelievably grateful I am to the entire staff @ Pousti plastic surgery. I am now 3 months post-surgery and I couldn’t be happier with my results. From the initial consultation to the frequent post op visits, Dr. Pousti and his staff have been professional, informative and understanding.
I am a 32 year old mother of 3 who for several years has struggled with being overweight. Over 2 years ago I made the decision to get into shape and lost over 100 lbs. As strange as it sounds, the more weight I lost, the less confident I felt about my body. My breasts shriveled up to almost nothing and the skin around my stomach was loose and saggy. It was so frustrating to work as hard as I did to get fit and not be able to wear a cute swimsuit or trendy pair of jeans.
I started to day dream about plastic surgery. I watched television shows and started researching surgeons in southern California. I decided that I would only meet with doctors that were referred to me. I make several appointments with highly recommended surgeons to continue my research. Dr. Pousti was second on my list of doctors. I never made it to doctors 3, 4, or 5; because from the moment my husband and I met with Dr. Pousti, I knew he would be the one to perform my surgery. I think my initial consultation lasted for over 3 hours. Dr. Pousti answered every single one of my questions; I had a million, and allowed me to speak with several existing clients about their experience and results with Pousti plastic surgery. I scheduled my surgery with Dr. Pousti that day.
The day of surgery Dr. Pousti made me feel calm and at ease. The staff at Alvarado Surgery Center was top notch. My surgery (a breast lift with augmentation and a tummy tuck) went beautifully. I opted to stay at the Hideaway recovery center for 2 nights. The staff at the Hideaway helped to make the transition form the hospital to home smooth. They showed my husband everything he needed to do to care for me for the next few weeks. Recovery from the surgery was definitely the hardest part of the whole process for me. I was uncomfortable, but not in pain. The difficult part was staying hunched over to protect my incision and not being able to lift and care for my 2 year old. Looking back 3 months later, those first few weeks of recovery went by so fast and were so worth the outcome. I started working out again at 6 weeks and now at 12 weeks there’s nothing I can’t do. I absolutely love my new body! I feel like a completely new person. Thanks to Dr. Pousti’s professionalism, and expertise I now am comfortable in my own skin once again.