Mommy Makeover

Motherhood is a transformative journey that can profoundly change a woman’s life and body. The physical demands of pregnancy, breastfeeding, and sleepless nights can often lead to feelings of low confidence and self-esteem towards one’s body.

Understanding such challenges, Dr. Cengizhan offers the mommy makeover procedure to his patients. This specialized combined treatment is designed to help patients reclaim their pre-pregnancy aesthetics, addressing common concerns after motherhood and restoring their confidence.

What is a “Mommy Makeover”?

A mommy makeover is a comprehensive cosmetic surgery designed to address the changes that occur in a woman’s body post- pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. It typically includes a combination of procedures such as a tummy tuck, breast augmentation or lift, liposuction, and sometimes additional treatments like labiaplasty, all tailored to restore or enhance the body’s appearance.

Each mommy makeover is personalized to meet the individual’s specific needs and aesthetic goals. The procedures can be done in one session or staged over multiple sessions, depending on the patient’s health and preferences. The aim is to help women regain their pre-pregnancy figure and boost their self-confidence, significantly improving their quality of life.

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

A tummy tuck is a type of plastic surgery that removes excess skin of the pregnancy-belly while contouring the abdominal muscles to create a flatter, more toned appearance. 

Since the stomach is the most visibly altered body region in women after pregnancy, a tummy tuck is the most requested procedure to include into a mommy makeover plan. Dr. Cengizhan has been performing tummy tucks diligently for years to address the abdominal changes and muscle separation that occurs after giving birth.

Find out more about the 5 types of tummy tuck & see more before/after pics from our patients!

Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that rejuvenates the breasts by lifting and reshaping them to achieve a more youthful contour. It involves removing excess skin and tightening the breast tissue to restore firmness and elevate the nipples to a higher position on the chest. 

Often part of a mommy makeover, a breast lift addresses the effects of pregnancy and breastfeeding, which can cause breasts to sag.

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Breast Augmentation

Another cosmetic operation aimed at improving the appearance of the breasts is called breast augmentation. It involves increasing the size and enhancing the shape of the breasts using implants or fat transfer. This surgery, also known as breast enlargement, breast enhancement and augmentation mammoplasty, aims to create fuller, more symmetrical breasts, improving the overall balance of the body’s proportions. 

In the context of a mommy makeover, breast augmentation addresses the volume loss and changes in breast shape that happens post- pregnancy & breastfeeding.

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Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammaplasty)

 Breast reduction, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to reduce the size and weight of large breasts by removing excess tissue, fat, and skin. This procedure can relieve physical discomfort such as back and neck pain, skin irritation, and poor posture caused by overly large breasts.

It is often included in a mommy makeover since pregnancy and breastfeeding can lead to significant enlargement in breast size, which results as sagging. A mommy makeover aims to restore a woman’s pre-pregnancy body, and breast reduction helps achieve a more proportionate and comfortable breast size, enhancing overall figure and personal comfort.

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Liposuction

Liposuction, or commonly referred to as lipo, is a cosmetic procedure that targets and removes stubborn fat deposits to create a more defined and sculpted physique. 

When involved within a mommy makeover plan, liposuction addresses persistent fat gained during pregnancy that often resists traditional weight loss methods. Commonly treated areas include the abdomen, hips, and thighs. 

By precisely removing these fat pockets, liposuction enhances the results of other mommy makeover procedures, such as tummy tucks or breast lifts.

Vaginal Rejuvenation

(Labiaplasty, Vaginoplasty, Monsplasty/Mons Pubis Reduction, Majoraplasty/Labia Majora Reduction, Perineorrhaphy, Perineoplasty)

Surgical vaginal rejuvenation procedures modify the vagina’s appearance for improved comfort and appearance after giving birth if the patient suffers from a certain level of discomfort about their genitals. 

Stated surgeries like labiaplasty and majoraplasty target different genitalia-related dysphoria so you should make sure to discuss your specific needs in advance with your surgeon.

Stages of the Surgery

Since there is a case of multiple operations when planning a mommy makeover, determining specific steps on your journey can be tough. Yet, some obligatory processes are routinely involved in any mommy makeover operation. 

So, below information on what could happen before, during and after a mommy makeover is provided to those who’d like to get an insight!

Pre-Operation

• Consultation

You will meet with the surgeon to discuss your goals, expectations, and concerns towards the procedures.

Your medical history will be reviewed, and a physical examination will be conducted.

• Planning of the Procedures

Together with the surgeon, you will develop a personalized mommy makeover plan outlining the specific surgeries to be performed, such as a tummy tuck, breast lift, or liposuction.

You will discuss potential outcomes and recovery timelines.

• Evaluation

You will complete necessary lab tests and medical evaluations to ensure you are a suitable candidate for surgery. 

Pre-operative instructions regarding medications, diet, and lifestyle changes will be provided to you, which may include warnings such as:

1. Stop smoking if you are a smoker. Smoking can impede recovery and increase the risk of complications.
2. Avoid certain medications. Blood-thinning medications and supplements like aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements should not be taken.
3. Maintain a healthy diet. Eating a balanced diet rich in vitamins and proteins can enhance your body’s healing abilities.
4. Arrange for assistance. Plan for someone to drive you home after the surgery and help you during the initial recovery period.

During the Operation

• Anesthesia

Anesthesia, typically general anesthesia, will be administered to ensure you are comfortable and pain-free during surgery.

• Common Mommy Makeover Surgeries (Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift, etc.)

The planned procedures, such as a tummy tuck to remove excess abdominal skin and tighten muscles, and a breast lift to raise and reshape sagging breasts, will be performed based on your personalized surgical plan.

Additional procedures like liposuction or labiaplasty may also be included.

• Monitoring Vital Signs

Your vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels, will be continuously monitored to ensure your safety throughout the surgery.

Post-Operation

• Recovery Room

You will be transferred to a recovery room where medical staff will monitor you as the anesthesia wears off.

Initial post-operative care instructions and pain management will be provided to you also.

• Follow-Up Appointments

Follow-up visits will be scheduled to monitor your healing progress, remove sutures if necessary, and address any concerns.

The surgeon will assess the results and ensure proper recovery.

• Long-Term Care

Guidelines on activity restrictions, scar care, and gradually resuming normal activities will be provided to you.

Advice on maintaining your results and overall well-being will be offered to ensure long-term success.

Recovery from Mommy Makeover

• After surgery, you’ll spend a few hours in a recovery room accompanied by healthcare professionals. Anticipated post-op. pain will be managed with medications.
• First few days, you should try to rest and limit physical activity as much as possible. Wearing compression garments on the surgical sites as directed is also a must.
• In the first week, you can start doing gentle movements and continue to manage any pain & scarring with prescribed medications and skincare.
• After 3 – 6 weeks, you can stop wearing compression garments. You should resume your efforts in incision care instructions and track scar healing.
• In the first few months, you will be expected to attend follow-up appointments with your doctor in order for them to monitor your recovery. You can start doing soft exercises within this period.
• In the next 3 – 6 months, your surgery scars will continue to heal and fade. You can finally resume most regular activities with your doctor’s approval.
• In 6 – 12 months, the scarring will have taken its ultimate form. Continuing follow-ups, maintaining a healthy lifestyle supported by a clean diet & regular exercising, and following scar-care recommendations will help you greatly in your mommy makeover journey.

Mommy Makeover Costs

A mommy makeover surgery is not performed in a default framework, it is rather designed to fit patients’ unique needs, which may include a breast lift or not, for instance. Therefore, determining a fixed & total mommy makeover price is not really possible.

Thankfully, the below price table we have created for you consists of confirmed data gathered from RealSelf, an online platform focusing on cosmetic treatments mostly done in the U.S.A. This table can help possible surgery candidates in determining their budget:

*The total cost of a mommy makeover in this table does not refer to the sum cost of the surgeries therein. It reflects the combination of information gained from RealSelf and also the database of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. This information relates specifically to mommy makeover, since combining multiple procedures in a single surgery would cost less than the total cost anticipated.

Mommy Makeover Before & After Examples

Unarguably, the best way to determine whether to get cosmetic surgery by a plastic surgeon is to check out the testimonials of former patients. Here are some mommy makeover results by Dr. Cengizhan for you to consider your options better!