Although motherhood is a rewarding experience, it can leave many women missing their pre-baby bodies. Even after losing all the baby weight, many women find they are unable to restore their flat tummy and toned physique. Changes in breast size and shape are also very common after pregnancy. If you have experienced any of these post-pregnancy changes, you will be glad to know there are many surgical options that can help. Our mommy makeover procedures are designed to restore a mother's body to its pre-pregnancy shape and enhance individual features as well.
Board-certified female plastic surgeon Dina Eliopoulos, MD, understands the unique postpartum concerns women may have—and why they may decide to consider their surgical options. She designs every procedure to help her patients embrace their most confident selves anew. Specializing in cosmetic procedures of the breast and body, Dr. Dina finds that mommy makeovers are one of the most gratifying procedures she performs.
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See Dr. Eliopoulos' mommy makeover before-and-after results. Remember, no two mommies are alike. It is important to look at before-and-after images to get an idea of what can be achieved with surgery and to help guide the process with the doctor.
View Before & After GalleryChildbearing is an event that changes a mother in lasting ways, often as a result of the strains of pregnancy and birth. Some physical changes can't be fixed with exercise, such as excess skin or undesired contours as a result of breastfeeding; these changes in the appearance of the body can result in unwanted body aesthetics and lowered confidence.
A mommy makeover is a combination of surgical treatments, non-surgical treatments, or both, designed to address the body issues many women face after pregnancy. Each mommy makeover is tailored to meet each woman's unique needs and body goals.
Dr. Dina Eliopoulos creates personalized treatment plans for Boston mommy makeover candidates at her practice. Tummy tuck surgery can also be combined with other treatments for a total mommy makeover. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Eliopoulos today to find out if you're a candidate. Since pregnancy and delivery can affect each mother's body in many different ways, every mommy makeover is customized to match the patient’s needs. Dr. Dina Eliopoulos and the skilled staff at our Chelmsford plastic surgery center will consult patients about their specific areas of concern and include the appropriate body contouring procedures in patients' treatment plans.
Many of the changes following pregnancy are impossible to reverse through lifestyle changes. For example, we cannot exercise away excess skin or diastasis recti, a condition in which the abdominal rectus muscles stretch and separate. Tummy tuck surgery targets the loose, hanging abdominal tissue that affects many women after childbirth, while also tightening the underlying abdominal muscles to create a more toned appearance to the abdomen. Tummy tuck surgery is one of the most popular mommy makeover treatments.
Liposuction is a time-tested, minimally invasive surgical treatment that can eliminate stubborn areas of fat from areas such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, and back. During liposuction treatment, fat cells are precisely suctioned out through a small incision to reveal a more sculpted, contoured appearance.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding often leave the breasts deflated and saggy. Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, is effective at restoring the bust line's youthful shape and perkiness by removing excess skin and tightening and reshaping the breast tissue. The nipple-areolar complex is raised and often reduced in diameter to achieve a more youthful position and size.
Women who wish to restore volume to their breasts often benefit from breast augmentation. Breast augmentation can be used to restore the fullness and projection of the breasts after pregnancy or increase cup size. This popular procedure can also improve the proportions between the breast and hip contours. Breast augmentation is commonly combined with breast lift surgery to restore breast fullness while also reshaping the breasts, removing excess skin, and raising the nipples to a more aesthetically pleasing location.
There are a variety of non-surgical treatments to improve the skin's firmness and texture, and even eliminate fat. These include injectable treatments like Botox, dermal fillers, and biologic stimulators. Light and laser-based therapies such as IPL photofacial and laser skin resurfacing, along with chemical peels, are very effective. Morpheus8 radiofrequency-assisted microneedling is a favorite for treating skin laxity and other imperfections. CoolSculpting is a popular non-surgical alternative to liposuction that uses a special cooling system to freeze fat cells and naturally eliminate them from the body
The mommy makeover can address a spectrum of common concerns women may have about their bodies after having children. By combining multiple procedures into one surgery, a mommy makeover also reduces overall surgical recovery time. Because each mommy makeover is customized to each patient's unique needs, many women are candidates for mommy makeover treatments. In general, candidates for mommy makeovers should:
Dr. Dina Eliopoulos has over two decades of experience as a board-certified plastic surgeon with a reputation for dedication, surgical excellence, and professionalism. The purpose of her consultation is not to “convince you” to undergo a procedure but to learn about your goals and educate you on your surgical options. If you’d like more information about how Dr. Eliopoulos can help restore your appearance and reshape your silhouette with a mommy makeover, please contact our Chelmsford plastic surgery center to schedule your consultation today.
Schedule a Consultation TodayYour journey to your pre-pregnancy body begins with a consultation. After reviewing your concerns and conducting a thorough examination, Dr. Eliopoulos can recommend the best techniques to accomplish your goals and discuss which procedures can be combined safely in one stage. Depending on the nature and length of the procedure, she will either perform your surgery on an outpatient basis or have you stay overnight at the hospital to optimize your recovery.
Good pre-operative care is critical to your results. Our team will instruct you on how to prepare for surgery, ensuring you understand all pre- and post-operative instructions ahead of time so you can go into surgery confident and excited. At your pre-op visit, Dr. Eliopoulos will again review your surgical goals. If you are having breast augmentation as part of your mommy makeover, she will help you select the right implant size by discussing your goals, assessing your anatomy, and viewing pictures together. These steps ensure that our patients feel very prepared when going into surgery.
"My tummy tuck surgery with Dr. Eliopoulos was the best decision I ever made. I found Dr. Eliopoulos to be very open and honest. She made me feel wonderful. I finally have closure and feel like I can do anything again. And now I'm taking even better care of myself, and it's affecting those around me. My friends say I glow. Thank you, Dr. Eliopoulos!"
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Attentive aftercare is key to achieving beautiful results. Our entire team takes an active interest in your recovery. Dr. Eliopoulos will carefully review all aftercare instructions and check your healing at post-operative visits. Downtime will depend on the details of your procedure. Some mommy makeover patients need as little as one week, while others need two weeks or a bit longer, especially if they work a physical job.
Having a support system around you is essential to help with childcare and household chores during recovery. Incision care, activity restrictions, and wearing any recommended support garments during healing are all critical components of an effective recovery. Dr. Eliopoulos will guide you through your entire surgery experience, from pre-operative planning to full recovery.
Each mommy makeover is designed around the patient’s individual needs. A mommy makeover generally focuses on changes to the abdominal area and breasts resulting from pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Several techniques can be incorporated to address your specific needs, including a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast lift (mastopexy), breast augmentation (augmentation mammoplasty), liposuction, or non-surgical treatments to improve skin texture and tone.
We recommend waiting at least six to nine months after giving birth to consider a mommy makeover. This gives your body time to recover from ongoing physical and hormonal changes during the postpartum period. Dr. Eliopoulos can assess your individual situation to recommend the optimal time to schedule your mommy makeover surgery.
It is best to wait until you are not planning any future pregnancies to have a mommy makeover, as pregnancy is likely to alter your results.
Most women need to take about two weeks off from work, but full recovery will take four to six weeks or more, depending on the details of your procedure. It can take a year or longer for surgical scars to mature and blend well with the surrounding tissue. Good incision care and scar treatments will help minimize the appearance of surgical lines.
The total cost of a mommy makeover can vary depending on each patient’s unique needs and goals. Before coming in for your consultation, our surgical coordinator would be happy to give you an estimate of your mommy makeover after gathering some information from you over the phone. Then, at your consultation, we will be able to provide you with a more accurate cost quote after Dr. Eliopoulos confirms the final surgical plan with you.
A mommy makeover ushers in a new era of self-confidence. Embrace sculpted contours, experience better physical comfort, and enjoy a wider variety of clothing styles. After a mommy makeover, many women feel more enthusiastic about participating in new activities and experiences. Although the natural aging process will continue, maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle allows you to enjoy your refined physique for many years to come.
Plastic surgery isn’t just about people changing their look—it's about making you feel good about being you. Whether you need breast augmentation, a breast lift, liposuction or Botox, Dr. Dina Eliopoulos is here for you. For over 20 years, patients have sought out the care and results that Dr. Eliopoulos can create in her beautiful Chelmsford, Massachusetts office. The peace of mind that comes from a board-certified, residency- and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon is hard to parallel. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Eliopoulos today to experience the difference for yourself.
