A Mommy Makeover offers a remarkable way to reverse many of the physical and aesthetic changes produced by pregnancy, breastfeeding, and raising children. This procedure includes a combination of treatments chosen by you and our board-certified plastic surgeon, Amie Miller, MD, that can provide you with a customized and comprehensive cosmetic rejuvenation. From enhanced abdominal contours to more youthful-looking breasts and a more vibrant facial appearance, a Mommy Makeover can help restore your pre-pregnancy appearance with beautiful, natural-looking results.
Mommy Makeover At a Glance
- Potential Benefits: This procedure can combine multiple treatments based on individual needs and goals. Selections can include options to enhance breast shape, size, and position; flatten and firm the abdomen; remove excess fat in targeted areas; and rejuvenate facial features.
- Candidates: Women who want to restore their pre-pregnancy figure and those affected by physical changes after pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding are often good candidates. Ideal candidates should also be in good overall health with realistic goals for results and should not be planning to become pregnant in the future.
- Procedure: The procedure involves a personalized combination of treatments—often including breast augmentation/lift, tummy tuck, liposuction, and facial rejuvenation. It is typically performed under general anesthesia and can be completed in a single operation or as a staged series of operations, depending on individual needs and the treatments selected.
- Recovery: Downtime typically ranges from two to six weeks depending on the procedures performed. Common side effects include bruising and swelling in the treatment areas; however, post-operative pain is manageable with medication.
- Results: Natural-looking rejuvenation of the breasts, abdomen, and face; enhanced contours and youthful firmness; and long-lasting aesthetic improvement with appropriate lifestyle maintenance are all potential outcomes of Mommy Makeover procedures.
- Surgeon: Dr. Amie Miller is a board-certified plastic surgeon with expertise in full-body plastic surgery and cosmetic enhancement. She is known for her compassionate approach, technical precision, and commitment to delivering customized, high-quality care.
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What Are the Benefits of a Mommy Makeover?
A Mommy Makeover can address concerns in specific areas of the body where pregnancy and child-raising have taken their toll. This customized procedure can include options designed to:
- Eliminate excess, sagging breast tissue and move the breasts to a higher, more youthful position
- Enhance breast size
- Recontour the abdomen and tighten the skin for a flatter, firmer look
- Remove excess fat that has collected in particular areas of the body
- Give the face a more youthful and refreshed appearance
What Treatments Can Be Included in a Mommy Makeover?
There are several treatment options that can be selected as part of a full Mommy Makeover. Some of the most common include:
Breast Lift
A breast lift can address excess tissue and a “drooping” appearance that can occur after pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, and the natural aging process. This treatment can ultimately give the breasts a firmer appearance and a more youthful projection.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation involves the placement of breast implants to add volume and fullness while improving breast shape and symmetry.
Tummy Tuck Surgery
Since the abdomen is the most prominently affected area of physical change following pregnancy, a tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) is often one of the options chosen for a Mommy Makeover. This treatment can tighten and repair stretched or torn abdominal muscles, reduce excess abdominal skin, and pull the remaining skin taut for an improved contour and a much firmer appearance.
Liposuction
Liposuction can remove excess fat in certain body areas that often proves resistant to standard exercise routines and diet regimens.
Facial Rejuvenation
Facial rejuvenation options such as a facelift, eyelid surgery, brow lift, or even non-surgical remedies such as BOTOX® Cosmetic can renew your facial aesthetic and address signs of aging and exhaustion.
These treatments are just some of the many options that can be part of a customized Mommy Makeover. Dr. Miller will talk with you about your ultimate goals and help you determine the ideal treatments for your procedure.
What Does the Mommy Makeover Procedure Involve?
Although many Mommy Makeover procedures can be performed on an outpatient basis, it is important to understand that general anesthesia will likely be necessary, so patients will need to have a friend or family member available to take them home following surgery. The particulars of each Mommy Makeover procedure will depend on the specific treatments included. Some Mommy Makeover procedures can be performed in a single operation so that patients will only need to experience one recovery process. In other cases, it might be more ideal to space out the treatments over a series of appointments. Once your treatment plan has been developed and the complexities associated with the procedure are ascertained, Dr. Miller can determine what is best for your needs and go over details such as the length of time the surgery may require and other factors that can help you prepare for your Mommy Makeover.
What Can I Expect During Mommy Makeover Recovery?
The recovery process after a Mommy Makeover can be quite different for each patient since the procedure can include such a variety of treatment options based on individual needs and goals. With that in mind, all Mommy Makeovers typically involve at least one major surgical procedure; therefore, patients can expect that a period of rest at home will be necessary. Bruising and swelling will likely be present in the treated areas; however, these common side effects from surgery should dissipate as healing progresses. Potential discomfort during recovery can often be well-managed with medication.
Once the options for Mommy Makeover have been selected and your treatment plan is in place, Dr. Miller can talk more with you about the specifics of recovery and help you establish more precise expectations. Additionally, you will be given detailed post-operative guidelines that can help you recover as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost?
The total cost of a Mommy Makeover at Foothills Plastic Surgery often varies significantly among patients because this surgery is specifically tailored to address individual aesthetic goals. The treatment plan may include multiple options for breast enhancement, body contouring, facial rejuvenation, or all of the above; therefore, this particular procedure is highly personalized and the cost depends on the unique combination of options selected.
Several factors influence the cost of a Mommy Makeover, including:
- The number, type, and complexity of procedures performed
- Operating room and anesthesia fees
- Whether the treatments are combined into one procedure or staged over a series of operations
- The surgeon’s expertise and time required
- Post-operative care and follow-up visits
During your consultation, Dr. Miller will perform a comprehensive evaluation and design a customized surgical plan. Once your treatment plan is created, a detailed cost estimate will be provided, outlining all associated expenses. This transparent approach allows you to understand the full scope of your investment.
While health insurance does not typically cover Mommy Makeover surgery since it is considered elective, our practice offers options to make treatment more accessible. These include flexible financing plans available through reputable third-party healthcare finance agencies for qualified patients, which can help many individuals pay for their Mommy Makeover in a series of monthly installments.
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