Mommy Makeover Washington DC

For women who explore the joys of motherhood, changes to their bodies are a normal part of the experience. These changes can persist, even with diet and exercise, long after childbirth. The mommy makeover is the most safe and effective way to restore your self-confidence and rejuvenate your body.

While commonly referred to as “mommy makeover”, at Cultura Plastic Surgery, this transformative procedure extends far beyond its name. Our “Cultura Makeover” procedure is not exclusive to mothers. We recognize that weight changes, aging, or many other factors can contribute to life’s fluctuations and affect the body in various ways. Our mommy makeover caters not only to patients looking to gain their pre-pregnancy physique, but also to patients seeking to rejuvenate and enhance their appearance.

At Cultura Plastic Surgery, Dr. Bolden works closely with each patient to develop a personalized mommy makeover. Schedule your consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Kelly Bolden to find out if a mommy makeover is right for you.

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What is a Mommy Makeover?

The mommy makeover is a personalized and comprehensive combination of procedures that address the unique changes a woman’s body undergoes with pregnancy , aging or weight fluctuations. Each procedure is selected for the patient’s unique needs and goals, offering a completely customizable experience at Cultura Plastic Surgery.

The benefits of mommy makeover

Comprehensive Treatment

Our team led by Dr. Kelly Bolden will provide thorough, comprehensive care at every step.
Individualized Procedures

Your mommy makeover is personalized to your goals and preferences.
Natural-Looking Results

Our extensive experience can produce natural-looking, beautiful results.
On-Site Surgical Suite

We perform all procedures at our accredited and certified private surgical suite.
Enhanced Confidence

A mommy makeover can restore your body to its pre-pregnancy or weight fluctuation state.

Good Candidates for Mommy Makeover

Suitable candidates for a mommy makeover are those who have completed their family, or have stabilized in weight and desire to reshape their bodies. Candidates should also be in good health and non-smoking. Finally, candidates should have a complete understanding of their expectations, risks, and recovery.

Results of Mommy Makeover

The results of a mommy makeover are long-lasting in patients who maintain a healthy and active lifestyle, as well as those who take steps to prevent future pregnancies. Within several weeks, patients can see notable improvement in the overall appearance of their surgical areas.

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Mommy Makeover Procedure

The mommy makeover procedure is performed using general anesthesia. Dr. Bolden will review your detailed surgical plan ahead of time to ensure you know what to expect.

Preparing for Mommy Makeover

At Cultura Plastic Surgery, your mommy makeover will begin with a personalized consultation with Dr. Kelly Bolden. You’ll collaborate with Dr. Bolden and discuss your concerns at length, putting together a detailed and personalized treatment plan. Dr. Bolden will help you select the ideal procedures for your mommy makeover to target your specific areas of interest. Your questions will also be thoroughly answered so that your needs are met. You and Dr. Bolden will determine the most appropriate surgical approach that creates long-lasting results. At Cultura Plastic Surgery, we perform all surgeries at our on-site surgical suite in Washington, DC.

Tummy Tuck

The tummy tuck can help women achieve a more defined and toned stomach by eliminating stubborn fat and excess, stretched skin. In the case of pregnancy, a tummy tuck can also restore the abdominal muscles by tightening the rectus diastasis muscle thereby restoring the strength of the abdominal wall and producing a flatter and firmer abdomen.
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Breast Lift

The breast lift is a procedure designed to elevate and reshape the breasts, restoring their appearance after pregnancy and breastfeeding or when women experience sagging and deflation due to child rearing or weight loss and gain. Several lift patterns are available, such as the lollipop lift, the anchor lift, and the donut lift, all of which can be further customized as needed. If more volume and profile are needed, implants can be added.
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Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation can restore volume to the breasts if they become flat or deflated with pregnancy and breastfeeding or weight fluctuation. Implants can be selected based on customization options such as size, shape, texture, and filling. A variety of incision patterns can offer further personalization.
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Brazilian Butt Lift

The Brazilian butt lift is performed in conjunction with liposuction. It involves collecting fat tissue from one area of the body (such as the stomach, hips, or thighs) and placing it in the buttocks. This produces noticeable volume and a shapelier silhouette.
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Liposuction

Liposuction is essential to a successful mommy makeover. It can remove stubborn pockets of fat resistant to exercise and diet efforts, reshaping the overall appearance of the body. Small incisions are made, which allow a cannula to remove fatty tissue from targeted areas.
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Vaginal Rejuvenation

Labiaplasty is a procedure designed to restore the appearance and function of the vulva by removing excess stretched or torn skin from the inner labia. Some women experience injury or changes to their labia throughout childbearing, leading to discomfort or impaired function.
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The mommy makeover is a complex procedure, and thus the recovery period may be more extensive. Immediately after surgery, swelling, minor bruising, and discomfort are to be expected. Compression garments and prescribed pain medications can help manage these side effects. For the first few days, rest and assistance from a responsible adult regarding childcare are highly important. Within two weeks, most women return to work and regular activities. Heavy lifting and strenuous activity should be avoided for at least six weeks.

At Cultura Plastic Surgery, a standard mommy makeover typically includes a breast lift (with or without implants), liposuction, and a tummy tuck, all performed in the same operative session by Dr. Kelly Bolden. A mommy makeover can be further customized with additions such as vaginal rejuvenation and labiaplasty. Body contouring options such as the Brazilian butt lift, arm lift, or thigh lift may also be considered. Dr. Kelly Bolden will help you determine the ideal combination during a consultation at Cultura Plastic Surgery.

The cost of a mommy makeover is highly dependent on the unique procedures selected, as well as several other factors. Dr. Kelly Bolden will discuss your costs at length during your mommy makeover consultation.

What to Expect From a Mommy Makeover Consultation

At Cultura Plastic Surgery, your mommy makeover consultation will be completely focused on you and your goals for treatment. Dr. Kelly Bolden will take time to address your concerns and carefully explain your options. With the help of Dr. Bolden, you will develop a treatment plan that fits your preferences, comfort level, and desired outcomes.

Common Questions About Mommy Makeovers

What is a mommy makeover?
A mommy makeover is a combination of procedures performed during the same operative session and designed to address common physical changes that occur post pregnancy, childrearing or frequent weight fluctuations.
What procedures make up a mommy makeover?
Common procedures are breast lift, augmentation or both, liposuction, and tummy tuck. Additionally, procedures such as fat grafting to the buttocks (Brazilian Butt Lift), thigh lift and vaginal rejuvenation are part of a mommy makeover.
Am I a good candidate for a mommy makeover?
A good candidate for a mommy makeover is a healthy patient who has completed her family planning, is close to her ideal body weight and has realistic expectations about outcome of the procedures she is about to undergo.
What is the recovery like after a mommy makeover?
Recovery varies from patient to patient as well as depends on the combination of procedures that were combined into your mommy makeover. Immediately and in the first few days following your mommy makeover you will experience discomfort and pain, this is normally controlled with medication and will subside within the following week after recovery. It is recommended that you take up to two weeks to recover, rest with limited physical activity and wear a compression garment.
What are the risks associated with a mommy makeover?
Like any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with your mommy makeover. Infection, bleeding, poor healing at the incision sites or unfavorable scarring. Dr. Bolden will discuss these and other risks with you in detail prior to your procedure.
How long will results from mommy makeover last?
Though long lasting, results are patient specific and depend solely on the individual. You can contribute to the longevity of your results by maintaining a proper diet, exercise and healthy lifestyle.
Can I use my insurance to pay for a mommy makeover?
A mommy makeover is an elective procedure that is deemed “not medically necessary” by insurance carriers, and hence not covered by insurance. Multiple financing options are available at Cultura Plastic Surgery, information available with our staff upon request.
What should I look for in a surgeon when getting a mommy makeover?
A mommy makeover procedure requires a high level of surgical expertise. When researching your mommy makeover procedure, it is important to start your consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. At Cultura Plastic Surgery, Dr. Kelly Bolden, our double board certified plastic surgeon expertise in the mommy makeover procedure has earned our mommy makeover the name “The Cultura Makeover”. Our results speak for themselves.

Before and After Photos

Our online gallery contains examples of the amazing results possible with mommy makeover surgery. During a consultation, Dr. Bolden will show more photos to help patients understand their possible results.

Breast Changes After Pregnancy

Pregnancy, and specifically breastfeeding, can cause changes to the breasts. Many women find that their breasts become deflated or sag, no longer providing the volume and profile they once did. The same changes can also take place with weight loss and gain as the breasts deflate due to the weight fluctuations.

Abdomen Changes After Pregnancy

Pregnancy can strain and separate the muscles of the abdomen, rendering them less effective at supporting the abdominal structure, while women with weight fluctuations experience stretched and sagging skin in their abdominal area.

Risks of Mommy Makeover

Like other surgical procedures, the mommy makeover comes with risks. Complications are exceedingly rare in the hands of Dr. Bolden, and she will discuss the specific steps to ensure a smooth and successful procedure during a consultation.

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