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One of the most common procedures our surgeons perform is affectionately known as the “mommy makeover.” The goal of this surgery is to correct the many changes that can affect a woman’s body during pregnancy, after childbirth, or due to weight fluctuations.
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When performed by a skilled plastic surgeon, a mommy makeover uses a combination of procedures to significantly improve the body’s contours. That’s why many women seek out our board-certified plastic surgeons for their mommy makeover surgery in Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ.
Receive a cosmetic consultation with Dr. Cohen or Dr. Sigalove to learn more about mommy makeovers. Our facility is conveniently located for women and men living in Tempe, Paradise Valley, and other communities in the Greater Phoenix area.
Plastic Surgery Post-Pregnancy
The breasts often droop or “deflate” after having children (especially after breastfeeding) and the abdominal wall (the abdominal muscles and overlying skin and fat) can become permanently stretched out, causing a bulging belly and stretch marks. Finally, excess fat can accumulate on the love-handle area as well as the hips and thighs.
Many plastic surgeons in the Phoenix & Scottsdale area offer a “Mommy Makeover,” but it is important to understand that it is not one specific procedure – it is a combination of plastic surgery procedures done at the same time to correct the problems mentioned above. Which exact procedures are performed is based on the specific needs for each individual patient.
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Mommy Makeover
*Each patient is unique, and individual results may vary.
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Case #834
Provider: Dr. Cohen
The patient is a 38-year-old female who presented to my office with complaints of breasts that were too large and created back, neck and shoulder issues. The patient also had bulging of the abdominal wall from prior pregnancies, as well as an unsightly vertical abdominal scar from prior emergency surgery. She also had excess… Read More
Case #85
Provider: Dr. Cohen
This patient is a 40 year old female from the Phoenix, Arizona area who came to my Scottsdale, Arizona area medical practice with complaints about large, heavy breasts and loose skin of the abdominal region. This patient reported difficulty with certain exercises due to her breast size and was also self-conscious about the stretch… Read More
Case #833
Provider: Dr. Cohen
The patient is a 48-year-old female who presented to my Paradise Valley office with complaints of breast size larger than desired, which was causing back, neck and shoulder issues. She also had excess laxity of the abdominal wall due to pregnancy as well as fullness in the bra fat and flanks. A lateral flap of approximately 2 cm thickness was… Read More
Case #400
Provider: Dr. Cohen
This patient is a 37-year-old female who presented to my office with complaints of unnatural appearing breasts from prior surgery performed by another surgeon, as well as significant distortion of the abdomen after multiple pregnancies. I felt the patient would benefit from complex breast revision and abdominoplasty with power-assisted… Read More
Case #755
Provider: Dr. Sigalove
This pleasant 63 year old female presented to my Scottsdale office requesting a Mommy Makeover. She was displeased with the appearance of her breasts and abdomen, and after taking care of everyone else her entire life, she decided it was now her turn. We discussed subfascial breast augmentation with placement of Galaform mesh, an… Read More
Case #299
Provider: Dr. Cohen
This patient is a 44 year old female who was previously featured on my website for corrective breast surgery. She was very happy with her improvements and wished to have an abdominoplasty as well to correct damage from pregnancies. In surgery, I performed a full tummy-tuck with tightening of the abdominal muscles to provide a flatter,… Read More
Case #303
Provider: Dr. Cohen
This patient is a 50 year old female from Scottsdale, Arizona who presented to my Paradise Valley, Arizona medical practice with interest in breast and body improvements after changes brought on by pregnancy and weight loss. Because this patient was already a full D-cup and did not wish to be much smaller, I recommended a breast… Read More
Case #787
Provider: Dr. Sigalove
This is a pleasant 62 year old female who presented to my Scottsdale office for post-bariatric body contouring. She had undergone a 100 pound weight loss following laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery and was dissatisfied with her appearance. We discussed breast contouring with subfascial augmentation and Galaform 3D, and abdominoplasty, and… Read More
Case #445
Provider: Dr. Sigalove
This patient is a 34-year-old female who presented to my office with complaints of breasts which were asymmetrical, drooping and larger than desired. She also had severe elastosis of the abdomen due to pregnancy as well as excess fullness of the flanks. I felt that a breast reduction with abdominoplasty and liposuction of the flanks… Read More
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What Are the Most Common Procedures Used in Mommy Makeover Surgery?
Breast Enhancement Surgery
With regard to breast enhancement, some patients simply need breast augmentation to fill out breasts that appear “deflated,” while others may need implants in combination with a breast lift (mastopexy) of some kind. Other women actually need a breast reduction with a lift. Fat grafting is another way to add volume without needing breast implants.
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Surgery
In the abdominal area, most patients need body contouring procedures such as a full abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) with tightening of the muscle layer as well as removal of the excess skin and fat. When our surgeons perform a tummy tuck, we can perform a modified procedure, called a mini-abdominoplasty (mini tummy tuck) if a woman’s problem area is limited to the region below the umbilicus (bellybutton). For information on a medication that can lessen the pain after tummy tuck or mommy makeover procedures, please take a look at our blog post about EXPAREL.
Liposuction
Many women benefit from liposuction of the hips, flanks (love-handle areas), or thighs in order to smooth out their contours and lengthen the appearance of the torso area. This fat can be repurposed through the use of fat grafting techniques.
Labiaplasty
Elongated, uneven, or misshapen labia due to pregnancy, childbirth, or even genetics, can cause self-consciousness and discomfort. Labiaplasty reshapes and resizes the labia and leaves a thin scar that is virtually unnoticeable.
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Do You Have To Be a Mom To Get a Mommy Makeover?
Mommy makeovers are not just for moms. Many women are interested in rejuvenating their breasts and bodies with a single surgery and recovery period. These procedures are called “mommy makeovers” because they address the common effects of pregnancy on a woman’s body.
Can I Still Get Pregnant After a Mommy Makeover?
Yes, you can still get pregnant after a mommy makeover. However, pregnancy can affect your results, potentially changing the shape of your breasts, stretching the abdominal skin, and impacting the results of a tummy tuck.
If you are planning to have children in the future, your surgeon may recommend waiting until you are finished having children to help preserve your results. During your consultation, your surgeon can help you determine the best timing for your procedure based on your goals and future plans.
Recovery After Mommy Makeover Surgery
Recovery depends on the procedures performed, techniques used, and individual patient factors. While there will be multiple surgical sites, the tummy tuck typically creates most of the discomfort and limitations. In general, mommy makeover recovery progresses along the following timeline for patients who carefully follow their doctor’s post-op instructions:
- Day after surgery: Begin gentle indoor walking multiple times a day to increase circulation and facilitate healing.
- 2 weeks: Back to daily activities, work, and nonstrenuous exercise. Swelling and bruising subside.
- 6 weeks: Resume full activities, including heavy lifting without restrictions.
- 3 to 6 months: See final results. Completely healed.
- 6 to 12 months: Small final refinements and further shrinkage may occur.
Review our Post-Op FAQ for general guidelines.
Can I Combine Nonsurgical Procedures to Enhance My Overall Results?
Many women consider adding nonsurgical procedures for an overall head-to-toe makeover. Some of the most popular options include:
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Is Mommy Makeover Surgery Worth It?
Although the mommy makeover is a significant surgery, the advantage of this procedure is an extremely dramatic improvement of the post-pregnancy body (which usually cannot be corrected with exercise and diet alone) with only one trip to the operating room and a single recovery period. Very few surgeries can provide this level of immediate cosmetic improvement, and patients are usually thrilled that they can once again (or for the first time) feel comfortable wearing a bikini. In fact, according to RealSelf.com, mommy makeovers have a 95% “worth it” rating.
How Much Weight Will I Lose With a Mommy Makeover?
Weight loss is not the goal of this procedure, although you might look that way with your new slimmer, firmer contours. Weight removal is generally a few pounds, but the overall change can look like significantly more weight was lost. Remember-this is a contouring/shaping procedure, not primarily a weight loss procedure.
Are All the Procedures Performed in the Same Surgical Session or Will I Have to Come Back to Get Everything Done?
A significant benefit of mommy makeover surgery is having multiple procedures performed during the same surgery. Our surgeons do take safety very seriously, so there are some rare cases where patients have a second surgery. If a patient wants many areas addressed, for example after major weight loss (breasts, torso, arms, legs, etc.) this may need to happen over multiple surgeries, although many procedures can and will be combined for maximum efficiency.
How Painful Is Recovery After a Mommy Makeover?
Most of the discomfort during recovery is due to muscle tightening during the tummy tuck. Our surgeons inject a long-acting pain medication called EXPAREL during surgery. EXPAREL controls pain for the first 3 days after surgery when it is typically most significant.
Is There Anything I Should Avoid Before or After Surgery?
You will be provided with pre- and post-op instructions as part of your consultation to ensure your surgery and recovery go as smoothly as possible.
What Happens if I Lose Weight After a Mommy Makeover?
Losing 10 to 15 pounds shouldn’t affect your results; however, significant weight loss may lead to skin laxity and sagging. Our surgeons recommend being at or near your goal weight before plastic surgery.
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Receive a cosmetic consultation, or call to schedule a consultation with Dr. Robert Cohen or Dr. Steven Sigalove. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have about mommy makeover surgery in Phoenix & Scottsdale. Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Cohen and Dr. Sigalove welcome patients from all over Arizona, as well as other states and countries.
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