Mommy Makeover in NYC & Long Island with Dr. Kevin Tehrani
Pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding leave lasting changes on a woman’s body. Stretched abdominal muscles, excess skin, deflated or sagging breasts, and stubborn fat deposits can persist long after diet and exercise have been exhausted. Changes in breast volume and breast size are also common after pregnancy and breastfeeding; breast enhancement procedures can restore or improve these aspects. A mommy makeover combines multiple body-contouring and breast procedures into a single, cohesive surgical plan, restoring your pre-pregnancy figure in one transformative experience. A mommy makeover is a form of cosmetic surgery designed to help women regain their pre baby body. Surgeons recommend waiting until you are finished having additional pregnancies and have reached a stable weight before undergoing a mommy makeover, as future pregnancies can negatively impact your surgical results. At Aristocrat Plastic Surgery & MedAesthetics, Dr. Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS, has performed thousands of mommy makeover transformations that are internationally recognized for their refined, natural-looking results. His signature approach blends surgical precision with true aesthetic artistry, ensuring every procedure is tailored to your unique anatomy, goals, and lifestyle. Dr. Tehrani is a board certified plastic surgeon, and choosing a board certified plastic surgeon is crucial for safety and optimal results. With over two decades of experience and three convenient locations in Manhattan, Great Neck, and Southampton, world-class mommy makeover results are never far from home. read more
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What Is a Mommy Makeover?
A mommy makeover is a fully customized combination of surgical procedures designed to reverse the physical effects of pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Unlike a single procedure that addresses one area, a mommy makeover procedure takes a comprehensive approach, targeting the breasts, abdomen, waist, and hips in a single surgical session with one recovery period.
The most common procedures included in a mommy makeover are tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast augmentation, breast lift (mastopexy), and liposuction. A standard mommy makeover typically includes the following procedures: tummy tuck, breast lift or augmentation, and liposuction. Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure that removes unwanted fat from specific areas of the body, helping to achieve a more contoured silhouette after pregnancy. While the standard mommy makeover includes these components, the mommy makeover procedure is highly customizable, and Dr. Tehrani may also recommend additional procedures such as a Brazilian buttock lift (BBL), arm lift, thigh lift, or non-surgical skin tightening treatments to complement your surgical results, depending on your individual concerns.
Every mommy makeover at Aristocrat Plastic Surgery is built around you. During your consultation, Dr. Tehrani conducts a thorough evaluation of your anatomy, discusses your aesthetic goals, and designs a surgical plan that delivers harmonious, proportional results across every treated area. This personalized approach is what sets Dr. Tehrani’s mommy makeover transformations apart, and why patients from across NYC, Long Island, and beyond choose Aristocrat.
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Benefits of a Mommy Makeover
A Mommy Makeover offers a host of benefits for women looking to reclaim their pre-pregnancy body and confidence. By combining multiple procedures into a single surgical session, this approach addresses several common post-pregnancy concerns—such as stretch marks, loose skin, and sagging breasts—in one comprehensive treatment. This means you can achieve a more harmonious, natural-looking result with just one recovery period, rather than undergoing multiple surgeries and extended downtime.
Beyond the physical transformation, many women experience a significant boost in self-esteem and body image after their Mommy Makeover. Restoring a firmer abdomen, rejuvenated breasts, and smoother skin can help you feel more comfortable in your own body, whether you’re wearing your favorite clothes or enjoying time with your family. The procedure can also alleviate physical discomfort caused by excess skin or weakened abdominal muscles, improving your overall quality of life.
Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon ensures your Mommy Makeover is performed with the highest standards of safety and expertise. With a skilled surgeon guiding your journey, you can look forward to results that not only enhance your appearance but also support your long-term well-being.
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The ideal mommy makeover candidate is a woman who has finished having children, is at or near her stable goal weight, is in good overall health, and has realistic expectations about what surgery can achieve. Common indicators that you may benefit from a mommy makeover include:
- Loose, sagging abdominal skin that does not respond to diet or exercise
- Separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) causing a persistent belly “pooch”
- Deflated, drooping, or asymmetric breasts following pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Stubborn fat deposits on the abdomen, flanks, hips, or thighs
- Loss of waistline definition and overall body contour
- Stretch marks concentrated on the lower abdomen (which can be removed with a tummy tuck)
Dr. Tehrani generally recommends waiting at least six months after your last pregnancy and three months after finishing breastfeeding before pursuing a mommy makeover. It is important that you are no longer breastfeeding before surgery, as this allows your hormone levels to stabilize and ensures an accurate assessment of your breast size and shape. Hormone levels fluctuate significantly after giving birth and during breastfeeding, which can affect breast tissue and skin elasticity. This waiting period helps your body settle into its post-pregnancy baseline, ensuring the most accurate surgical planning and long-lasting results.
During your consultation, Dr. Tehrani will assess your medical history, physical condition, and goals to confirm you are a strong candidate and to discuss the ideal timing for your procedure. It is essential to have a thorough consultation to discuss your personal goals, ask questions, and fully understand the risks and benefits associated with mommy makeover procedures.
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Who Is a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
Preparation and Planning for Your Mommy Makeover
Thoughtful preparation and careful planning are essential for a successful Mommy Makeover experience. Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon, where you’ll discuss your personal goals, concerns, and desired results. During this meeting, your surgeon will assess your overall health, review your medical history, and evaluate the areas you wish to improve. This collaborative approach ensures that the combination of procedures selected is tailored specifically to your needs.
It’s important to be open about your previous pregnancies, breastfeeding experiences, and any past surgeries, as these factors can influence the surgical plan and healing process. Your lifestyle habits—such as diet, exercise, and smoking—will also be discussed, since they play a crucial role in both your recovery and the longevity of your results.
Setting realistic expectations is a key part of the planning process. Your surgeon will explain the potential risks and benefits of each procedure, helping you understand what can be achieved and what limitations may exist. By working closely with your plastic surgeon and following their guidance, you’ll be well-prepared for a smooth surgical experience and a rewarding outcome.
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Mommy Makeover Procedures: What’s Included?
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
The tummy tuck is the cornerstone of most mommy makeovers. This procedure removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, repairs separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), and restores a firm, flat midsection. Pregnancy can cause significant changes to a woman's body, particularly in the abdomen and skin. Stretch marks often form in the deeper layers of the skin during pregnancy, and a tummy tuck can help remove or reduce these marks by excising the affected areas. Dr. Tehrani has received specialized training in lateral tension abdominoplasty from the late Dr. Ted E. Lockwood, an advanced technique that repositions abdominal tissue for a more sculpted, natural contour with improved scar placement. read more
Breast Augmentation
Pregnancy and breastfeeding often leave breasts deflated, asymmetric, or lacking their former fullness. Breast augmentation restores volume and improves shape using breast implants, including saline implants, silicone, or cohesive gel implants. These implants are commonly used to restore or enhance breast size and breast volume after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Dr. Tehrani works closely with each patient to select the ideal implant type, size, shape, and profile to complement her natural frame and achieve results that look and feel authentically beautiful. Surgical techniques are carefully chosen to preserve milk supply whenever possible, allowing many women to breastfeed after augmentation. The choice of implant type and surgical approach is tailored to the individual's anatomy and goals. read more
Every mommy makeover is unique. Dr. Tehrani designs each surgical plan as a cohesive transformation, not a collection of disconnected procedures. The breast procedure chosen may include augmentation, lift, or both, depending on the patient's needs. The procedures typically performed in a mommy makeover are tailored to each patient, but commonly include both body and breast cosmetic procedures. Careful consideration of the risks is necessary, as mommy makeovers are major surgical events. Below are the core procedures most commonly combined: read more
Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
A breast lift addresses sagging and drooping by removing excess skin and reshaping the breast tissue to achieve a higher, more youthful position. Breast lifts are a form of breast enhancement specifically designed to address extra skin and restore a more youthful breast contour. For patients who want both lift and volume, Dr. Tehrani can combine mastopexy with breast augmentation in a single procedure, delivering comprehensive breast rejuvenation with one recovery period. read more
Liposuction & Body Sculpting
Liposuction targets stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise, refining the waist, flanks, hips, thighs, and other areas. It is important to note that liposuction is not a weight loss procedure; instead, it is designed to remove excess fat from specific areas to improve body contour. The goal is to remove fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise, helping you achieve a slimmer, more toned appearance. Dr. Tehrani offers advanced techniques including tumescent and power-assisted liposuction to deliver smooth, sculpted contours with minimal downtime. When combined with a tummy tuck, liposuction helps create a seamless, 360-degree body contour. read more
Brazilian Buttock Lift (BBL)
For patients seeking enhanced curves, a Brazilian buttock lift uses your own fat (harvested via liposuction) to add volume and shape to the buttocks. This procedure pairs naturally with a mommy makeover, creating balanced proportions from the waist through the hips and buttocks. Dr. Tehrani’s refined fat transfer technique prioritizes patient safety, natural shape, and long-lasting outcomes. read more
Additional Complementary Procedures
Depending on your goals, Dr. Tehrani may also recommend: arm lift (brachioplasty), thigh lift, breast reduction, labiaplasty, non-surgical skin tightening (Morpheus8, Ultherapy), or CoolSculpting for non-invasive fat reduction in targeted areas. Labiaplasty and non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation procedures can address concerns related to labial tissue, such as laxity, dryness, or discomfort that may result from pregnancy and childbirth. read more
Non-Surgical Alternatives
While many women choose a Mommy Makeover for its transformative surgical results, there are non-surgical alternatives that can address some post-pregnancy concerns for those seeking less invasive options. Treatments such as injectables can refresh facial features, while laser skin resurfacing helps improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Non-invasive fat reduction techniques like CoolSculpting can target stubborn fat deposits without surgery, and non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation—using laser or radiofrequency therapies—can enhance comfort and function in the vaginal area. These non-surgical procedures are best suited for women with mild to moderate concerns or those who are not ready for surgery. While they can provide noticeable improvements, it’s important to understand that they may not deliver the same dramatic results as surgical options like breast augmentation, tummy tuck, or breast lift. A consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will help you determine whether a non-surgical approach, surgical procedure, or a combination of both is best for your unique needs and goals after pregnancy. read more
Meet Dr. Kevin Tehrani, MD FACS
Dr. Tehrani’s Signature Mommy Makeover Approach
What distinguishes a mommy makeover at Aristocrat is Dr. Tehrani’s philosophy of treating the body as a unified canvas. Rather than addressing individual concerns in isolation, he designs each mommy makeover as an integrated transformation where every procedure complements the others to produce a harmonious, balanced result.
- Precision surgical planning: Every procedure is mapped to your unique anatomy using advanced imaging and in-person evaluation, ensuring results that feel proportional and natural.
- Athletic, refined aesthetics: Dr. Tehrani’s results reflect the modern trend toward lean, toned, natural-looking contours rather than exaggerated or obviously surgical outcomes.
- Dual fellowship expertise: With fellowship training in both reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery, Dr. Tehrani brings a rare technical range to complex multi-procedure cases.
- EXPAREL speedy recovery: Aristocrat offers EXPAREL, a non-opioid pain management injection that significantly reduces post-operative discomfort during the critical first 72 hours, allowing patients to recover faster with less reliance on narcotics.
- Lymphatic massage support: Post-surgical lymphatic massage is available on-site to accelerate healing, reduce swelling, and optimize your final results.
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Recovery from a mommy makeover depends on the combination of procedures performed, but most patients follow a similar general timeline:
- Week 1: During the first few weeks, most patients need at least 2 weeks off from work and caregiving duties, especially if they have young children. Rest at home with limited mobility. Compression garments are worn. Assistance at home is essential, especially with young children. Some discomfort, swelling, and bruising are normal.
During the first few days post-surgery, activity should be very limited, with only light walking encouraged to promote circulation. Heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided for 4 to 6 weeks.
- Weeks 2–3: Discomfort decreases significantly. Light walking is encouraged to promote circulation. Most patients can begin driving and handling light tasks.
- Weeks 4–6: Many patients return to work and resume most daily activities. Heavy lifting and strenuous exercise remain restricted.
- Months 2–6: Swelling continues to resolve. Final results become increasingly visible as tissues settle and scars mature.
Recovery time varies depending on the specific procedures performed, but following these guidelines helps ensure optimal healing and results.
Major complications occur in 2-4% of mommy makeover patients, but common complications can include swelling and temporary numbness. General surgical risks include infections, bleeding, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
Dr. Tehrani provides detailed post-operative care instructions and schedules regular follow-up appointments to monitor your healing. Patients who opt for EXPAREL speedy recovery injections typically experience significantly less pain during the first 72 hours, allowing for earlier mobility and a smoother overall recovery.
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Mommy Makeover Recovery: What to Expect
Final Results: Your Transformation Unveiled
The true transformation of a Mommy Makeover is revealed gradually, as your body heals and settles into its new contours. Most women begin to see their final results several months after surgery, once swelling has diminished and the skin and tissues have fully recovered. The improvements in breast shape, abdominal tone, and skin quality can be life-changing, often leading to renewed confidence and a greater sense of well-being.
It’s important to maintain realistic expectations—while a Mommy Makeover can dramatically enhance your appearance, it may not restore your body exactly to its pre-pregnancy state. Factors such as weight gain, future pregnancies, and the natural aging process can influence the longevity of your results. Adopting a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet, will help you preserve your rejuvenated look for years to come.
Regular follow-up visits with your plastic surgeon are essential to monitor your healing process and ensure your results remain optimal. By staying committed to your health and working closely with your surgeon, you can enjoy the benefits of your Mommy Makeover and embrace your transformation with confidence.
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Mommy Makeover Cost in NYC & Long Island
The cost of a mommy makeover varies based on the specific combination of procedures, the complexity of your case, and the surgical facility used. Because every mommy makeover is fully customized, Dr. Tehrani provides a detailed cost breakdown during your consultation after designing your personalized surgical plan.
Aristocrat Plastic Surgery offers flexible financing options to help make your mommy makeover accessible. Our patient care coordinators are available to walk you through payment plans and answer any questions about investment and financing.
Why Choose Dr. Tehrani for Your Mommy Makeover?
- Board-certified precision: Dual fellowship in reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery with 20+ years of experience.
- Signature artistry: Internationally recognized mommy makeover results that set new standards in the field.
- 10,000+ satisfied patients: A proven track record backed by Castle Connolly Top Doctor, New York Super Doctor, and Patients’ Choice Award recognition.
- Three convenient locations: Manhattan (midtown NYC), Great Neck (Long Island), and Southampton (the Hamptons).
- Comprehensive care: From EXPAREL speedy recovery to on-site lymphatic massage, every aspect of your journey is supported.
- Complete confidentiality: Private consultation rooms and a discreet, patient-first environment at every location.
Aristocrat Plastic Surgery offers mommy makeover consultations and procedures at three locations across the New York metro area:
- Manhattan: 33 W 56th St, Floor 1, New York, NY 10019 | 332-265-0312
- Great Neck: 833 Northern Blvd, Suite 160, Great Neck, NY 11021 | 516-498-9790
- Southampton: 15 Hill St, Southampton, NY 11968 | 631-931-0165
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mommy Makeovers
What is included in a mommy makeover?
A mommy makeover surgery is a combination of cosmetic procedures tailored to each patient, typically including a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast surgery (augmentation, lift, or both), and liposuction. Additional cosmetic procedures like Brazilian buttock lift, arm lift, thigh lift, or non-surgical treatments can also be included based on your goals. Every plan is fully customized by Dr. Tehrani.
When is the best time to have a mommy makeover?
Ideally, you should be finished having children and at or near your stable goal weight. Dr. Tehrani generally recommends waiting at least six months after your last pregnancy and three months after finishing breastfeeding to ensure hormonal stability and the most accurate surgical planning. A mommy makeover consultation is essential to discuss your goals, view before-and-after photos, ask questions about procedures, recovery, and costs, and develop a personalized treatment plan with your surgeon.
How long is the recovery from a mommy makeover?
Most patients take two to three weeks off work and can resume most daily activities within four to six weeks. Full results become visible over three to six months as swelling resolves. EXPAREL speedy recovery injections can significantly reduce pain and accelerate early recovery.
Can I combine a mommy makeover with a Brazilian buttock lift?
Yes. A BBL pairs naturally with a mommy makeover because the fat harvested via liposuction (from the abdomen, flanks, or thighs) can be transferred to the buttocks. Dr. Tehrani evaluates whether this combination is safe and appropriate based on your anatomy and goals.
Will I have visible scars after a mommy makeover?
All cosmetic procedures, including those in a mommy makeover, can leave some evidence of surgery. Incisions are strategically placed to be concealed by underwear or bikini lines. Dr. Tehrani uses meticulous closure techniques to minimize scarring, and scars continue to fade over 12 to 18 months. The tummy tuck incision, for example, runs along the bikini line and is hidden beneath most swimwear.
How much does a mommy makeover cost in NYC?
The cost varies based on the specific combination of procedures, case complexity, and surgical facility. Because every mommy makeover is unique, Dr. Tehrani provides a personalized cost breakdown during your consultation. Flexible financing options are available.
Is a mommy makeover safe?
Cosmetic surgery, like a mommy makeover, carries some risks as with any surgical procedure. However, choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon and an accredited surgical facility significantly reduces these risks. Dr. Tehrani’s dual fellowship training, meticulous pre-operative planning, and emphasis on patient safety have earned him recognition as one of the top plastic surgeons in New York.
How do I maintain my mommy makeover results?
Maintaining a stable weight through a balanced diet and regular exercise is the most important factor in preserving your results. Results from mommy makeovers can last for many years when combined with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Avoiding future pregnancies after a mommy makeover also helps ensure long-lasting outcomes. Dr. Tehrani provides detailed lifestyle guidance during your post-operative follow-ups.
Can I have a mommy makeover if I only had a C-section?
Absolutely. Many mommy makeover candidates have had cesarean deliveries. In fact, a tummy tuck can often incorporate and improve the appearance of an existing C-section scar. Dr. Tehrani will evaluate your scar tissue and abdominal anatomy during consultation.
What if I want to have more children after my mommy makeover?
While a future pregnancy will not harm your health, it can reverse many of the improvements achieved during surgery. For this reason, Dr. Tehrani recommends completing your family before pursuing a mommy makeover to ensure long-lasting results.
What are the benefits?
Mommy makeover surgery offers comprehensive body reshaping and skin tightening, helping restore your pre-pregnancy figure and confidence. In addition to physical improvements, mommy makeovers can significantly improve self-esteem and body image among women post-pregnancy.
Begin Your Mommy Makeover Journey Today
You gave everything to your family. Now it’s your turn. At Aristocrat Plastic Surgery & MedAesthetics, Dr. Tehrani and his team are committed to helping you reclaim your confidence, your body, and your sense of self. Schedule your private consultation today and take the first step toward the transformation you deserve.
