This 36-year old mommy of 2was unhappy with her abdominal area, and her breasts. She researched for a Board Certified mommy makeover surgeon and she found Dr. Pousti on the Internet.

She was interested in tummy tuck surgery with breast lift (mastopexy) and breast augmentation surgery. The patient met with Dr. Pousti and she described in detail what she would like to achieve with surgery. She wanted to remove the extra skin and adipose (fat) tissue around her abdominal area and back therefore wanting to proceed with extended tummy tuck surgery.

For multiple procedures, Dr. Pousti likes to meet with the patient to discuss the surgery in detail again the night before surgery.

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After performing breast lifting surgery, temporary in-sizers were used and filled. Dr. Pousti sits the patient in the upright position to ensure size and symmetry is achieved.

Along with breast lifting surgery, 450cc silicone gel breast implants were used in both breasts with submuscular placement.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This 30-year old patient from Ontario, Canada wanted a “mommy makeover.” After losing all of her post-baby weight, she felt that she would benefit from a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast augmentation and nipple reduction surgery. The patient searched for a board certified plastic surgeon and found Dr. Pousti online. She was very impressed with how informative his website was and by all of the before and after photos of mommy’s who experienced the same procedures she wanted.

After extensive research and several consultations with the Doctor via email and telephone, the patient decided to fly into San Diego for her surgery.

As soon as the patient landed into San Diego, she met with Dr. Pousti in his La Mesa office to meet with him to discuss everything in detail. markings were also performed to ensure accurate and precise measurements for surgery.

The morning of surgery, markings are reviewed in the operating room.

Dr. Pousti placed 339cc silicone-gel breast implants under the muscle to achieve a natural look and proportionate look.

Specific and exact measurements are made to reduce the projection and diameter of the nipple.

Notice the difference between the right nipple reduction completed and the appearance of the protrusion of the left nipple.

A tummy tuck involves tightening of the rectus muscles and removal of the loose excess skin which was stretched from pregnancy. The incision is placed low  enough so that it is hidden underneath underwear or bikini bottoms.

The patient is 3-weeks post-op surgery and is very pleased with the results of her mommy makeover. The patient follow’s up with the Doctor via email and telphone. She is recovering with no problems and is very happy at this point in time.

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This 28-year old patient from Oceanside, California was interested in a “Mommy Makeover”. She gave birth and nursed 2 beautiful children, but wanted to gain back her pre-pregnancy body. The patient was determined to achieve a flat tummy and fuller volume in her breasts. She knew she was finished having children and would benefit from a mommy makeover.

In order to achieve the look she wanted, the patient wanted to find a board certified plastic surgeon in the San Diego area who specialized in mommy makeovers. She found Dr. Pousti’s website on the internet and was very impressed with his work. After reviewing numerous before and after pictures of his patients, she decided to schedule a consultation with Dr. Pousti in his San Diego clinic.

After meeting with Dr. Pousti, the patient decided to proceed with surgery. They discussed a tummy tuck and breast augmentation procedures in detail, including the potential risks and complications of surgery. The patient felt ver comfortable with Dr. Pousti’s bed side manner and knew he was the best surgeon for her.

The night before surgery, Dr. Pousti performs tummy tuck markings to ensure precise and accurate measurements. All of the patient’s questions were answered.

The patient is 3-months post-op surgery with an extended tummy tuck and saline breast implants. The patient is very happy with her new mommy makeover.

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This 37-year old mommy from Temecula, California (Riverside County) was very unhappy with her post-baby body after pregnancy and breastfeeding 3 children. She inquired about a “Mommy Makeover” because she wanted to improve her figure. It was difficult to achieve the look she wanted through diet and exercise alone and decided to find a board certified plastic surgeon to help her fulfill her goals.

After extensive research on the internet, the patient found Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Tom Pousti and was very impressed with his experience in helping mommy’s from all over the world. She decided to meet with him for a consultation in his Murrieta office.

During her consultation, the patient felt very comfortable with Dr. Pousti and his staff. She felt that he fully understood her wants and needs and decided to proceed with surgery.

The night before surgery, markings are performed and the procedure is explained in detail to the patient.

In order to achieve her mommy makeover a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) was performed to repair her rectus muscles and the loose, excess skin was removed. To provide the best results possible, Dr. Pousti also included liposuction of the flanks and abdomen area to improve her contours. Drains are required to avoid fluid accumulation and are worn for at least 2 weeks to prevent seroma. A pain pump is also provided to assist in recovery and healing.

The patient is instructed to pick out pictures of what she would like to look like. Dr. Pousti places theses photos on the wall to refer to during the surgery.

The patient wanted a full and natural look. To achieve cleavage and perkiness, a breast lift (mastopexy) with breast implants was performed for fullness and cleavage. Temporary sizers were used to see what size breast implant would be used.

339cc silicone-gel breast implants were placed submuscularly to achieve the natural look.

This photo was taken immediately after surgery. Results are dramatic.

This 43-year old patient from San Diego, California was looking into a “mommy makeover”. She was very unhappy with her post-pregnancy body and wanted to feel comfortable in a bikini again. She had been interested in breast augmentation surgery, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), and liposuction for several years.The patient understood that these multiple procedures required a longer recovery period and wanted to find a board certified surgeon in her area to perform them. She found Dr. Pousti online and decided to proceed with surgery after meeting with him. Dr. Pousti achieved her desired look by performing abdominoplasty surgery, liposuction on the flanks, back, lateral thighs and medial thighs. For her breast augmentation, Dr. Pousti used 460cc saline-filled breast implants made by Mentor Corporation.

Markings were performed the night before surgery to discuss the procedures in detail with the patient. This allows the patients to feel more comfortable and give them an opportunity to have all questions answered before the “Big Day”.

This patient is 6 months out from her mommy makeover surgery and very pleased that she can now feel comforable in her new skin and loves that she can wear a bikini.

Her belly button ALWAYS bothered her and now she is very pleased with her new belly button.

Testimonial:
I had been considering breast implants for many years, however after three kids and many hours of exercising, I could not get rid of the loose skin in the lower abdomen. I started thinking about a “tummy tuck” after a good friend of mine, who had already undergone the procedure, recommended it to me. As I wasn’t getting any younger, I finally made the decision to research board qualified plastic surgeons in the San Diego area. In all my research, and a consultation with another doctor in the La Jolla area, Dr. Pousti is the one who stood out the most amongst all the other Plastic Surgeons. After my consultaton with Dr. Pousti, I must say, I left his office with a pleased and comfortable feeling. He took the time to sit with me and answer any questions or concerns that I had. He allowed me to speak to his patients and ask them anything I wanted to. The patients were open to showing me their results and telling me how their procedure/recovery went. This made me feel secure about Dr. Pousti and secure in selecting him to perform these procedures on me. During my consultation, I also asked Dr. Pousti what his recommendation was for my flank area. Dr. Pousti recommended an extended tummy tuck, and explained to me why liposuction in that area would not produce the best results, however the doctor in La Jolla had recommended liposuction. Dr. Pousti explained to me his entire procedures in detail, that were involved with breast augmentation, extended tummy tuck, and liposuction. He told me everything that would take place during surgery and what to expect during recovery. After leaving his office, I knew he was the doctor for me.

I cannot express how wonderful his entire staff has been, however in being a patient of Dr. Pousti, I have had the pleasure of dealing mostly with Daisy and Vanessa. These ladies should be commended as they have both been so generous in helping me feel comfortable at every visit and during recovery. I figured once I left the hospital, I would literally be on my own, but Daisy and Vanessa would call me almost daily to see how I was progressing, how I was feeling, and if I had any questions or concerns. They always listened to me and I never felt as if they were rushing to get me off the phone. Dr. Pousti should also be commended, as he took the time to make a house visit to check up on me during my first week of recovery. He told me before surgery that he would pay me a house visit sometime during my first week, and I was literally shocked that he kept his word on that. I really appreciated him doing that for me. It reinforced to me how much he and his staff really care about their patients.

I am now six weeks out of surgery and the results are amazing, even though I still have some swelling. Dr. Pousti was able to produce the goals I envisioned. I’ve never been overweight, but I always hated the way my body looked and the way it was shaped. Now, when I look at my body, I feel as if I’m looking at someone else. I still cannot believe it’s me. I went from a B to a D cup, and the most dramatic part is that I dropped from a size 8 to a size 4! Dr. Pousti made my dream body come true! I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you Dr. Pousti and Staff, I cannot commend you enough!!