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Mommy Makeover
Hagopian Plastic Surgery: Thomas Hagopian, MD
99 Krog St. NE, Unit C110
Atlanta, GA 30307
Phone: (404) 885-8542
Tuesday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Mommy makeover surgery is popular with women who want to renew their breasts and bodies after pregnancy, breastfeeding, and childbirth. Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Thomas Hagopian and Dr. Courtney Cripps specialize in combining body contouring procedures safely and effectively to address multiple concerns at once. They create personalized plans for mommy makeover surgery at our Atlanta, Georgia, practice based on each patient’s unique anatomy, cosmetic goals, and recovery needs to provide natural-looking, balanced results.
What Is a Mommy Makeover?
A mommy makeover is a customized combination of procedures performed during a single surgery to restore your figure after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or significant weight changes. Rather than following a standard formula, Dr. Hagopian and Dr. Cripps recommend the procedures that will best help you reach your goals while prioritizing safety and long-lasting results.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Ideal mommy makeover candidates have multiple concerns they want to correct such as stretched abdominal skin and muscles, breast sagging and volume loss, and stubborn fat, and meet the following criteria:
- Are in good overall health
- Are at or near their goal weight
- Have finished having children or are not planning future pregnancies
- Have realistic expectations
A plus size mommy makeover follows this same evaluation, with candidacy dependent on overall health and goals rather than a specific size or weight alone. During your consultation, one of our surgeons will evaluate your concerns and recommend the approach that best suits your needs.
What’s Included in a Mommy Makeover?
While Dr. Hagopian and Dr. Cripps personalize every mommy makeover, these surgical plans usually include a combination of the following:
- Drainless tummy tuck to remove lax skin, reshape the belly button, and repair separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) for a firmer, flatter abdomen
- Breast augmentation to add or restore volume to one or both breasts
- Breast lift, with or without implants, to remove excess skin, elevate the breasts, and restore a youthful shape
- Fat grafting using purified fat from another area of your body can be combined with breast augmentation and breast lift surgery to create a more natural look and feel.
- Liposuction to reduce pockets of stubborn fat and refine areas such as the waist, hips, or flanks
By combining procedures, many patients can address multiple concerns while minimizing exposure to anesthesia and going through recovery once.
Recovery and Results
Mommy makeover recovery is dictated by the most invasive procedure performed, which is usually the tummy tuck. So, plan on taking about 2 to 3 weeks away from nonstrenuous work and activities and holding off on exercise for 4 to 6 weeks. Gentle walking is recommended throughout the day starting the day of surgery. Our surgeons provide detailed postoperative instructions and closely monitor your healing throughout recovery.
As swelling subsides, patients often enjoy a flatter abdomen, more youthful breast contours, improved body proportions, and greater comfort in a wider variety of clothing. Maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle can help maintain results for years to come.
Why Choose Hagopian Plastic Surgery?
A successful mommy makeover requires expertise in both breast and body contouring procedures and combination surgery. Dr. Hagopian and Dr. Cripps are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and develop individualized treatment plans rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach. Their expertise in drainless tummy tuck techniques and comprehensive body contouring allows them to safely create balanced, natural-looking results while helping patients recover as comfortably as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What questions should I ask my plastic surgeon about a mommy makeover?
A few questions worth bringing to your consultation at Hagopian Plastic Surgery are:
- Which procedures do you recommend combining for my specific goals, and why?
- What is your experience with combination breast and body procedures?
- What can I realistically expect for recovery time, and how does combining procedures affect that?
- What are the risks of combining these particular procedures in one surgery?
- What will my results look like, and how long can I expect them to last?
Coming prepared with questions like these helps ensure Dr. Hagopian and Dr. Cripps ensure your surgical plan is built around your specific goals, anatomy, and safety.
Can I combine multiple procedures during one surgery?
Yes, if your surgeon determines they can safely combine procedures based on your health, surgical goals, and estimated surgical time.
What BMI do you need to get a mommy makeover?
A mommy makeover usually requires a BMI of 37 or under, since it typically includes a tummy tuck and follows that procedure’s candidacy guidelines. Your surgeon will evaluate your full surgical plan, including any additional procedures like breast surgery, at your consultation to confirm what’s appropriate for your specific goals and safety.
How long should I wait after having a baby?
Most patients should wait until they have fully recovered from pregnancy, finished breastfeeding, and reached a stable weight before considering a mommy makeover.
How many sizes do you lose with a mommy makeover?
There’s no set number of clothing sizes you can expect to lose with a mommy makeover, since the results come from body contouring rather than weight loss. However, many women find their clothing fits differently afterward because a flatter abdomen and lifted, balanced breasts often create a more streamlined silhouette. Still, it’s essential to understand that a mommy makeover isn’t designed to significantly change the number on the scale or a specific clothing size.
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