Is a Mommy Makeover Painful?

All Mommy Makeover surgeries are performed with IV sedation or general anesthesia, so patients will not feel any pain or discomfort during the surgery. Patients can expect to experience bleeding, swelling, and tenderness after their procedure. Please review your medical history and any allergies in full with Dr. Vagotis during your individual consultation so she may arrange for your comfort during and after your surgery.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The number of appointments needed for your personal Mommy Makeover treatment will vary depending on the type or combination of surgeries chosen and the post-surgery follow-up appointments necessary to monitor your healing and recovery. Depending on your aesthetic goals, you can combine procedures or space them out for your safety. During your individual consultation, Dr. Vagotis will be able to provide you with an overview of the appointments required to perform your Mommy Makeover surgeries safely.

How Long Until I See Results?

Much like pregnancy, the body will need to adjust after several surgical procedures. Patients can expect to experience swelling after their Mommy Makeover surgery. Dr. Vagotis recommends waiting until any swelling has reduced before evaluating their results over several months following their procedures. Most patients will be able to enjoy their renewed Mommy body for a long time. However, excessive weight gain or loss may interfere with the end results of your Mommy Makeover procedures.

Can I Combine a Mommy Makeover With Other Procedures?

Yes! A Mommy Makeover combines several cosmetic surgical procedures. Many of our patients choose to undergo a holistic treatment that includes other non-surgical procedures such as dermal fillers , Botox , and Kybella neck treatments. Let us know how we can help you emerge from your Mommy Makeover as a completely rejuvenated woman!

What Are the Risks Associated With a Mommy Makeover?

Please be advised that a Mommy Makeover procedure involves several surgeries, each with its own risks. Some of these risks may include: Bleeding Swelling Tenderness Bruising Skin discoloration Tissue death Anesthesia risks Seroma Cardiac or pulmonary complications

Mommy Makeover

In Grand Rapids, MI

Introduction to Mommy Makeover

Motherhood involves massive changes that affect how you feel about your body. The breasts can enlarge to at least a cup size or more during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and abdominal muscles, skin, and tissues stretch throughout pregnancy to safely accommodate a growing baby. Returning to “normal” after pregnancy can mean a significant loss in breast volume and noticeable sagging. This change causes many women distress over being unable to return to their taut, pre-baby shape.

Vagotis Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Center, based in Grand Rapids, MI, offers “Mommy Makeovers,” a set of cosmetic procedures that help restore your pre-pregnancy body. Dr. Francine Vagotis can help get you back into “skinny jeans” in no time. Read on to learn more about how our Mommy Makeover surgery can help you feel great about your body again!

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What is a Mommy Makeover?

Many of the bodily changes that pregnancy, delivery, and breastfeeding create cannot be corrected through standard wellness and fitness routines. Our Mommy Makeover procedures include a combination of cosmetic surgeries tailored to each individual patient’s needs and desires.

Our offered Mommy Makeover procedures include:

Breast augmentation with implants or fat grafting to enhance distorted or deflated breasts
Breast lift to create perkier breasts
Liposuction to reduce unwanted, stubborn fat
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to reduce the appearance of stretch marks and create a defined waistline
Buttock lift to recontour the shape of the backside
Thigh lift to remove fat and sagging skin

What are the Benefits of a Mommy Makeover

Our patients in Grand Rapids, MI, love the results of their Mommy Makeovers! Some of the benefits of undergoing a Mommy Makeover are:

Enhanced, proportional breasts to recapture their youthful appearance
Reduced back pain due to improved breast shape and size
Removed or reduced stretch marks
Elimination of fatty tissue
Improved self-confidence in your body!

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Who are the best candidates

Dr. Vagotis recommends that candidates for a Mommy Makeover share some or all of the following characteristics:

Unable to reduce fat on the abdomen, thighs, arms, and/or waist
Have stretch marks or surgical scars resulting from a C-section
Excess skin and fat
Disproportionate or deflated breasts
Back pain as a result of breasts that are too large after childbirth
Have realistic expectations as to what surgery can accomplish
Maintain overall good health

What’s the First Step?

Your Mommy Makeover Journey with Dr. Francine Vagotis

Dr. Vagotis wants all her patients to feel welcomed and comfortable when beginning their journey towards reclaiming their bodies. Please schedule a consultation with Dr. Vagotis at Vagotis Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Center in Grand Rapids, MI. During your private consultation, Dr. Vagotis will review your medical history and evaluate the areas of your body that could benefit from a Mommy Makeover procedure. This is also your opportunity to highlight any specific changes you would like to make to your appearance and raise any questions or concerns.

After carefully evaluating the areas of your body, Dr. Vagotis will outline a recommended treatment plan that considers your aesthetic goals while centering on your safety. It is important to understand at this time what plastic surgery can and cannot do. When both of you have agreed on the recommended plan, our friendly office staff will schedule your first surgery at a convenient time.

What to Expect on the Day of Mommy Makeover Surgery

Prior to your Mommy Makeover, Dr. Vagotis will provide you with a list of pre-operative recommendations to ensure the success and results of your surgery. Some of these recommendations include:

Minimizing alcohol consumption to less than two drinks weekly and abstaining for up to two weeks prior to your surgery
Stop smoking for at least six weeks prior to surgery. The longer, the better!
Avoid aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications at least two weeks prior to surgery.
Avoid homeopathic regimens or vitamins that are known to increase bleeding.

Prior to your surgery, you will be administered sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the type of surgery you have elected. Please arrange for transportation to your home and childcare for at least one week, especially if your children are babies or toddlers.

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Expectations

Mommy Makeover Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Mommy Makeover Care

Many Mommy Makeover procedures combine several surgeries, which means many of our patients can enjoy the benefit of a single recovery period. The timeline of the recovery period will vary depending on which surgeries you have received.

Dr. Vagotis recommends that her Mommy Makeover patients avoid lifting anything over five pounds for at least one week after the procedure. After six to eight weeks, she would like you to come for a follow-up appointment to ensure your body is healing. When sufficient time has passed, and the treatment area is healing nicely, Dr. Vagotis will recommend that patients resume minor activities and exercise a minimum of thirty minutes every day.

How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost in Grand Rapids, MI?

The cost of a Mommy Makeover in Grand Rapids, MI, will vary depending upon the procedure(s) chosen to achieve the desired result. Please schedule a consultation or a quick phone call with Dr. Vagotis to understand better the various procedures necessary to fully address all your bodily concerns with a Mommy Makeover treatment. This consultation will also include a personalized surgery quote and available financing options.

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Why Choose Dr. Vagotis?

Dr. Francine Vagotis, M.D., is a board-certified cosmetic plastic surgeon in Grand Rapids, Michigan, specializing in facial rejuvenation, breast and body contouring, and skincare.

Dr. Vagotis is a leader in facial procedures in Western Michigan and one of the few surgical professionals to have had the opportunity to learn under Dr. Bruce Connell, also known as “the father of the modern facelift.” Her extensive training under Dr. Connell sets her apart from other cosmetic surgeons in the Midwest, and at this time, she is the only surgeon with these credentials in the state of Michigan.

Dr. Vagotis is licensed by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), and has medical licenses in Michigan, Colorado, and Illinois.

Additionally, Dr. Vagotis is board-certified and a member of the following organizations:

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Mommy Makeover FAQ’S

All Mommy Makeover surgeries are performed with IV sedation or general anesthesia, so patients will not feel any pain or discomfort during the surgery. Patients can expect to experience bleeding, swelling, and tenderness after their procedure. Please review your medical history and any allergies in full with Dr. Vagotis during your individual consultation so she may arrange for your comfort during and after your surgery.
The number of appointments needed for your personal Mommy Makeover treatment will vary depending on the type or combination of surgeries chosen and the post-surgery follow-up appointments necessary to monitor your healing and recovery. Depending on your aesthetic goals, you can combine procedures or space them out for your safety. During your individual consultation, Dr. Vagotis will be able to provide you with an overview of the appointments required to perform your Mommy Makeover surgeries safely.
Much like pregnancy, the body will need to adjust after several surgical procedures. Patients can expect to experience swelling after their Mommy Makeover surgery. Dr. Vagotis recommends waiting until any swelling has reduced before evaluating their results over several months following their procedures.

Most patients will be able to enjoy their renewed Mommy body for a long time. However, excessive weight gain or loss may interfere with the end results of your Mommy Makeover procedures.
Please be advised that a Mommy Makeover procedure involves several surgeries, each with its own risks. Some of these risks may include:
- Bleeding
- Swelling
- Tenderness
- Bruising
- Skin discoloration
- Tissue death
- Anesthesia risks
- Seroma
- Cardiac or pulmonary complications

Schedule a consultation

If you are interested in reclaiming your body with a “Mommy Makeover,” please schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Vagotis at Vagotis Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Center in Grand Rapids, MI, via our online booking form. You may also call or text us today at (616) 285-6400. A member of our scheduling team will contact you shortly.

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