What Does a Mommy Makeover Consist of?

A mommy makeover consists of multiple cosmetic procedures performed together to restore your pre-pregnancy body shape. At Flourish Surgical Arts, this comprehensive approach typically includes breast s­urgery (augmentation or lift), tummy tuck, and liposuction – all performed in a single surgical session to address changes from pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What Is a Mommy Makeover?

Motherhood is a transformative journey, but the physical toll it takes can leave many women feeling like they no longer recognize their own bodies. Despite a healthy diet and regular exercise, changes like stretched abdominal muscles, loose skin, and deflated or sagging breasts often persist.

A mommy makeover is a comprehensive surgical approach designed specifically to address these concerns. It’s a highly individualized set of procedures – no two mommy makeovers are exactly alike. The goal is to create a surgical plan that targets your unique areas of concern, helping you regain your body confidence.

The entire process at our Denver practice is overseen by Dr. John Nesiba, a cosmetic surgeon with triple board certification and fellowship training. With 7 years of experience and over 1,000 successful surgeries performed, Dr. John Nesiba ensures your plan is built on a foundation of expertise and personalized care.

Common Procedures Included

While the exact components are customized during your consultation with Dr. John Nesiba, the procedure almost always focuses on the two areas most affected by pregnancy: the breasts and the abdomen. Liposuction is also a very common addition to refine the overall contour.

Breast Procedures

Pregnancy and breastfeeding can dramatically alter the size, shape, and position of the breasts. Many women experience a loss of volume, leaving breasts looking deflated, while others notice significant sagging (ptosis) as skin and tissues stretch.

• Breast Augmentation: Restores a fuller, more youthful bust through implants or fat transfer
• Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Addresses sagging by removing excess skin and repositioning breast tissue and nipples higher
• Augmentation-Lift Combination: Restores both volume and position simultaneously for complete breast rejuvenation
• Breast Reduction: For women whose breasts have become uncomfortably large during pregnancy

Tummy Tuck (Abdominal Contouring)

The abdomen is often the area of greatest concern for women post-pregnancy. A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is the cornerstone of abdominal contouring in a mommy makeover, addressing three key issues:

• Removal of Excess Skin: Eliminates loose, sagging skin on the lower and middle abdomen
• Repair of Abdominal Muscles: Fixes diastasis recti (separated muscles) for a flatter, firmer abdominal wall
• Removal of Stubborn Fat: Includes limited liposuction for smoother contouring

Depending on the extent of correction needed, you may benefit from a full tummy tuck, extended tummy tuck, or mini tummy tuck. All procedures are performed in the privacy and safety of our surgical suite in Denver, CO.

Liposuction (Fat Reduction)

While a tummy tuck addresses loose skin and muscle separation, liposuction removes localized, stubborn fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise. At Flourish Surgical Arts, we utilize advanced techniques, including high-def VASER lipo, designed to enhance muscle definition and sculpt a more athletic appearance.

Common liposuction treatment areas include:

• Lipo 360: Comprehensive midsection transformation addressing abdomen, flanks, and back
• Stomach: Further defines tummy tuck results
• Back: Removes “bra rolls” for a smoother upper-body profile
• Arms: Creates slimmer, more toned-looking arms
• Thighs: Reduces fat on inner or outer thighs

Additional Body Contouring Procedures

Depending on your individual needs and goals, other procedures can be incorporated:

• Brazilian Butt Lift: Uses fat transferred from other body areas to enhance buttock volume and shape
• Brachioplasty (Arm Lift): Removes excess skin and fat from upper arms

Areas Addressed by a Mommy Makeover

A mommy makeover is a comprehensive solution that can address physical changes from head to toe. By combining procedures, it efficiently targets multiple areas in one surgical session:

• Breasts: Restores volume, corrects sagging, improves symmetry, addresses stretched areolas, and changes nipple position
• Abdomen: Removes loose skin, tightens separated muscles, flattens the stomach
• Waist and Flanks: Eliminates “muffin tops” and “love handles,” creates a defined waistline
• Back: Smooths out fat rolls along the bra line
• Hips and Thighs: Sculpts and reduces stubborn fat pockets
• Buttocks: Enhances shape and volume through fat transfer
• Arms: Addresses upper arm skin laxity and fat deposits

Customization Options for Your Mommy Makeover

The most important aspect of a mommy makeover at Flourish Surgical Arts is personalization. Your journey begins with a private, 45-minute consultation with Dr. John Nesiba.

During your consultation, Dr. John Nesiba will:

• Listen carefully to your concerns and aesthetic goals
• Perform a thorough evaluation of areas you wish to address
• Review your medical history and previous pregnancies
• Collaborate with you to create a personalized treatment plan

Customization factors include:

• Number of procedures: Some patients need extensive combinations, others achieve goals with just two or three procedures
• Surgical techniques: Multiple options exist for each procedure to minimize scarring while achieving optimal results
• Staging vs. single session: Most combine all procedures in one session, but extensive cases may require staging for safety
• Recovery planning: Your lifestyle, work demands, and childcare responsibilities influence procedure selection and timing
• Future pregnancy plans: Surgery should be postponed until you’ve completed your family

This personalized approach ensures your mommy makeover is designed exclusively for your body and goals. Schedule an evaluation to begin crafting your unique plan.

Key Takeaways

At Flourish Surgical Arts, a mommy makeover is a fully customized combination of breast surgery, abdominal contouring, and body sculpting procedures designed to address your specific post-pregnancy concerns. Rather than undergoing separate surgeries months apart, you can address multiple areas in one surgical session with one recovery period.

Dr. John Nesiba combines technical expertise with an artistic eye to help you reclaim your pre-pregnancy confidence. Whether your primary concern is breast deflation, abdominal laxity, or stubborn fat, your surgical plan will be tailored to bring your vision to life in our private, safe surgical environment.