Mommy Makeover
Downtime: 10-14 Days
Invasiveness: Moderately Invasive
Anesthesia: General or twilight sedation, asleep
Size of Scar: Abdominal scar is hip to hip, hidden below the bikini line; breast scar depends on the extent of the surgery, hidden in natural creases
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What is a Mommy Makeover?
Motherhood can be an extremely rewarding experience, bringing with it many positive memories and experiences. However, it can also lead to unwanted changes in a woman’s body, such as loss of breast volume, separation of abdominal muscles, lax skin, excess fat deposits, and stretch marks. A mommy makeover is a highly personalized group of procedures to address these concerns, helping mothers achieve their ideal bodies.
At Defyne, we don’t subscribe to a “one size fits all” approach. Our board-certified plastic surgeons take the time to curate a personalized procedure plan for you, ensuring natural-looking results you can feel confident in.
The Defyne Approach
At Defyne, we believe that every individual deserves an individualized, curated treatment plan. Because of this, our skilled surgeons take the time to craft unique surgical plans for each of our patients. Using advanced and innovative surgical methods and technologies, we aim to achieve natural-looking outcomes while minimizing possible side effects.
What To Expect
The first step of any surgical procedure is a consultation appointment. This visit is scheduled so that you can discuss your concerns, goals, and medical history. If this procedure is deemed appropriate, you may be asked to stop or adjust certain medications, as well as stop smoking. Our clinical team will provide you with specific instructions regarding how to best prepare for your mommy makeover.
Each individual mommy makeover treatment plan will include a unique set of procedures to address each patient’s problem areas. A mommy makeover may include a combination of any of the following procedures:
Breast Procedures
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can result in size, volume, and laxity changes to the breasts. Many women choose to undergo breast procedures such as breast augmentation with either implants or fat, a breast lift, or a breast reduction to address these changes for an improvement in comfort and aesthetic appearance.
Tummy Tuck
Weight fluctuations during pregnancy can lead to excess lax skin and stubborn pockets of fat on the tummy, as well as separated abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck addresses these concerns for a firmer, flatter belly contour. This procedure can also remove stretch marks in this area!
Liposuction
Liposuction is a versatile cosmetic procedure designed to remove stubborn fat from various areas of the body. Our surgeons use liposuction to contour and sculpt the body during a mommy makeover procedure.
360 Refyne
For those interested in a minimally invasive approach to achieving the same great mommy makeover results, Defyne offers our signature 360 Refyne procedure, also known as a scarless mommy makeover. Through our innovative and exclusive approach to addressing concerns corrected by a traditional mommy makeover, 360 Refyne can leave you with great results and no scarring.
The mommy makeover procedure has traditionally been performed under general anesthesia in a hospital or ambulatory surgical center. At Defyne, we have been able to combine advanced local anesthesia techniques to be able to offer these procedures under twilight sedation in the comforts of our very own specialized procedure rooms. This means that for the right candidate, there is no need for a tube in your throat or any paralysis. Our board-certified anesthesiologist ensures your safety and comfort while minimizing medication, leading to a shorter recovery time and a quicker return to your activities. Once your surgery is complete, you will be able to return to your home or your hotel within a few hours. Your utmost safety is our highest priority and we only used proven enhanced recovery during and after surgery (ERAS) protocols to care for you.
Overall, recovery following a mommy makeover procedure will vary depending on the number and extent of the procedures performed. Once you return home to recovery, we recommend light walks around the house to promote blood flow and healing. Our surgeons attempt to avoid using drains whenever possible to ensure your comfort. You will also be asked to wear compression garments to reduce swelling and support your new body contours. Most patients can return to light work within two weeks.
How long your mommy makeover results last will depend on your lifestyle following your procedure. Patients who become pregnant following a mommy makeover or experience significant weight gain may see changes to the shape of their bodies.
What To Expect
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Prepare
The first step of any surgical procedure is a consultation appointment. This visit is scheduled so that you can discuss your concerns, goals, and medical history. If this procedure is deemed appropriate, you may be asked to stop or adjust certain medications, as well as stop smoking. Our clinical team will provide you with specific instructions regarding how to best prepare for your mommy makeover.
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During Your Procedure
Each individual mommy makeover treatment plan will include a unique set of procedures to address each patient’s problem areas. A mommy makeover may include a combination of any of the following procedures:
Breast Procedures
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can result in size, volume, and laxity changes to the breasts. Many women choose to undergo breast procedures such as breast augmentation with either implants or fat, a breast lift, or a breast reduction to address these changes for an improvement in comfort and aesthetic appearance.
Tummy Tuck
Weight fluctuations during pregnancy can lead to excess lax skin and stubborn pockets of fat on the tummy, as well as separated abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck addresses these concerns for a firmer, flatter belly contour. This procedure can also remove stretch marks in this area!
Liposuction
Liposuction is a versatile cosmetic procedure designed to remove stubborn fat from various areas of the body. Our surgeons use liposuction to contour and sculpt the body during a mommy makeover procedure.
360 Refyne
For those interested in a minimally invasive approach to achieving the same great mommy makeover results, Defyne offers our signature 360 Refyne procedure, also known as a scarless mommy makeover. Through our innovative and exclusive approach to addressing concerns corrected by a traditional mommy makeover, 360 Refyne can leave you with great results and no scarring.
The mommy makeover procedure has traditionally been performed under general anesthesia in a hospital or ambulatory surgical center. At Defyne, we have been able to combine advanced local anesthesia techniques to be able to offer these procedures under twilight sedation in the comforts of our very own specialized procedure rooms. This means that for the right candidate, there is no need for a tube in your throat or any paralysis. Our board-certified anesthesiologist ensures your safety and comfort while minimizing medication, leading to a shorter recovery time and a quicker return to your activities. Once your surgery is complete, you will be able to return to your home or your hotel within a few hours. Your utmost safety is our highest priority and we only used proven enhanced recovery during and after surgery (ERAS) protocols to care for you.
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Downtime & Recovery
Overall, recovery following a mommy makeover procedure will vary depending on the number and extent of the procedures performed. Once you return home to recovery, we recommend light walks around the house to promote blood flow and healing. Our surgeons attempt to avoid using drains whenever possible to ensure your comfort. You will also be asked to wear compression garments to reduce swelling and support your new body contours. Most patients can return to light work within two weeks.
How long your mommy makeover results last will depend on your lifestyle following your procedure. Patients who become pregnant following a mommy makeover or experience significant weight gain may see changes to the shape of their bodies.
are you a good fit?
Mommy Makeover Candidates
A mommy makeover consists of a combination of individualized body contouring procedures to meet the needs of each individual patient. Ideal candidates are at their ideal body weight, have completed childbearing, and are concerned with a loose tummy, lax breasts, or undesirable changes following pregnancy. Overall, the best way to determine if this procedure is right for you is to schedule a consultation appointment to discuss your individual aesthetic goals.
Every Body is Different
Changes to Celebrate
Mothers who are experiencing undesired changes to their bodies following childbirth can often benefit from a mommy makeover procedure. Not only can this procedure be individualized based on an individual’s body goals, but our surgeons use cutting-edge techniques and technology to achieve unparalleled results.
Breast Procedures
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can result in size, volume, and laxity changes to the breasts. Many women choose to undergo breast procedures such as a breast augmentation with either implants [ link to breast augmentation page] or fat [link to True Shape Breast Aug page], a breast lift [link to breast lift], or a breast reduction [link to breast reduction page] to address these changes for an improvement in comfort and aesthetic appearance.
Tummy Tuck
Weight fluctuations during pregnancy can lead to excess lax skin and stubborn pockets of fat on the tummy, as well as separated abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck [link to tummy tuck page] addresses these concerns for a firmer, flatter belly contour. This procedure can also remove stretch marks in this area!
Liposuction
Liposuction is a versatile cosmetic procedure designed to remove stubborn fat from various areas of the body. Our surgeons use liposuction to contour and sculpt the body during a mommy makeover procedure.
360 Refyne
For those interested in a minimally invasive approach to achieving the same great mommy makeover results, Defyne offers our signature 360 Refyne procedure, also known as a scarless mommy makeover. Through our innovative and exclusive approach to addressing concerns corrected by a traditional mommy makeover, 360 Refyne can leave you with great results and no scarring.
What Our Patients Say
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Wonderful, professional and caring team with strong expertise across a range of state-of-the-art skin rejuvenation and enhancement techniques. With the right blend of knowledge, personal attention and proactive solutions, tailored to my individual needs, Dr. Tessler and his team delivered outstanding results.
- B.W.
Dr. Tessler is fantastic, he listened to everything I was nervous about and made me feel very comfortable. He gave me exactly what I was imagining and hoping for! All of the staff was very welcoming, sweet, and kind as well. I couldn’t recommend them enough!
- K.M.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How soon after delivery can I have a mommy makeover?
We recommend that patients wait at least six months from pregnancy before they schedule their consultation for a mommy makeover. It is also highly recommended that patients do not plan to have any more children and will not be breastfeeding; otherwise, their results can be lost.
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Can I have children following a mommy makeover?
Yes. You can still safely have children after a mommy makeover. However, getting pregnant again will induce the bodily changes that occur with pregnancy, which will possibly and more than likely negate and reverse the improvements gained from the surgery in the first place. It is recommended that women wait until after their family is complete before they schedule their consultation.
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Will I have scars?
As with any surgical procedure, scarring is inevitable with a mommy makeover procedure, as incisions are created in the skin. However, our board-certified plastic surgeons utilize only the most advanced surgical techniques to minimize scarring while delivering the best possible outcome. Scars are also concealed within the natural folds of the skin or areas where they are hardly visible. For those patients that would like a scarless mommy makeover alternative, our signature 360° Refyne procedure may be a better option.
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If you are ready to take the first step toward defining your destiny and achieving your best look yet? At Defyne, our board-certified plastic surgeons are skilled in performing both surgical and non-surgical procedures, achieving individualized, natural-looking results. Contact Defyne in Scottsdale, AZ, today to schedule your consultation appointment.
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