Dr. Stephanie Teotia is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Flower Mound, Texas. In this feature, she discusses the rise of the Menopause Makeover, common midlife concerns, and how hormonal changes impact decisions around procedures like facelifts, tummy tucks, and liposuction. She also explains why body contouring during menopause differs from surgery at a younger age, particularly in terms of skin quality and weight distribution.

Dr. Teotia also shares important lifestyle and health steps women should take before surgery to support optimal results and recovery, along with the confidence boost many patients experience after completing their Menopause Makeover.

Questions:

1. Many women feel their body and face have changed significantly during menopause. When a patient asks for a “Menopause Makeover,” what is the most common concern she wants to solve, and what is your goal as a surgeon?
2. The drop in hormones affects both skin and muscle. How do you help a patient decide if their concerns are best addressed with a surgical solution like a Facelift or Tummy Tuck?
3. Weight often shifts to the abdomen during menopause. What makes the midlife Tummy Tuck or Liposuction different from the same procedure performed on a younger patient, especially concerning skin quality and fat location?
4. To ensure the best outcome and fastest recovery, what are the top two non-surgical things (such as lifestyle, diet, or health checkups) a woman should do before scheduling her makeover surgery?
5. Beyond the physical change, what is the most significant emotional or mental shift you see in your patients after they complete their Menopause Makeover journey?

Do you have questions about menopause makeovers or want to schedule a consultation with Dr. Teotia? Fill out our form or call 214-823-9652.