The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 725 Heritage Road #100
Golden, CO 80401 Phone: (303) 278-2600 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 755 Heritage Road #100
Golden, CO 80401 Phone: (303) 279-6100 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 501 South Cherry Street #900
Denver, CO 80246 Phone: (303) 951-2100 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 501 South Cherry Street #900
Denver, CO 80246 Phone: (303) 951-2102 Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 6985 Tutt Blvd Ste 110
Colorado Springs, CO 80923 Phone: (719) 380-1823 Monday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Mommy Makeover at a Glance
3-6 hour surgery
Back to Work: 1-2 weeks
Mommy Makeover surgery combines breast and body procedures to help women undo the changes from pregnancy, breastfeeding, and weight changes with a single surgery and recovery period. Specializing in advanced techniques in abdominoplasty, breast enhancement, and liposuction, the highly skilled board-certified plastic surgeons at The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Denver, Colorado, are renowned for their expertise with these personalized combination procedures. They are dedicated to providing transformative results, exceptional care, and an unparalleled patient experience.
Trust Your Mommy Makover to the Experts
Learn why women from throughout the Denver metro area trust The Center for Cosmetic Surgery to help them reclaim their pre-pregnancy contours and confidence through personalized Mommy Makeover procedures:
Our board-certified plastic surgeons have performed thousands of successful breast and body surgeries.
Our surgeons have trained with some of the world’s leading experts in breast and body contouring.
Ours was the first practice in Colorado to adopt the improved no-drain approach to tummy tuck.
Our patients receive 72-hour post-op pain relief from a long-acting, non-opioid analgesic injection.
Our surgeons use advanced surgical techniques for improved scarring and more comfortable recovery.
Our Mommy Makeover surgeons would be happy to meet with you in person and answer all your questions. Simply call
(303) 278-2600 or request your consultation online.
A Mommy Makeover is a personalized set of cosmetic procedures designed to restore and enhance your body after having children. Each makeover is tailored to your unique needs and aesthetic goals for a rejuvenated appearance that boosts your confidence and helps you feel like yourself again.
Mommy Makeover Before & After Photos
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Most Mommy Makeover surgeries include a tummy tuck, which addresses the muscles, fat, and skin of the abdominal wall. If you’ve experienced pregnancy or significant weight loss, your abdominal muscles may have become lax or separated. Our surgeons tighten and repair these muscles to create a flatter internal structure and remove loose skin and fat for a firm, contoured look.
The scar from this procedure runs from hip to hip and is low enough to be hidden under swimsuit bottoms or underwear. We use an innovative no-drain abdominoplasty procedure to improve your recovery experience.
The Benefits of a Drainless Tummy Tuck
The expert surgeons at The Center for Cosmetic Surgery specialize in the advanced drainless tummy tuck technique. This approach offers significant advantages for our patients:
Increased Comfort: Eliminates the discomfort and fear associated with drains.
Reduced Infection Risk: No concerns about infections at the drain entry sites.
Better Healing: Dissolvable “quilting” sutures reduce tension on the incision, resulting in finer scars and fewer healing complications.
Lower Seroma Risk: Progressive tension sutures effectively prevent fluid accumulation without the need for drains.
Dr. Vath, the first in Colorado to adopt this method, recognized its many benefits after training with international leaders in 2007.
Breast augmentation restores upper fullness if your breasts have lost volume due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. Our surgeons typically recommend placing the implants beneath the chest muscles (subpectoral placement) to achieve a more natural look with fewer complications. Incisions may be made in the breast crease, around the areola, or in the armpit.
While implants can enhance volume, they can’t address sagging. If your breast tissue sags below the creases, a breast lift (mastopexy) can restore a youthful, perky shape.
Breast lift surgery includes these steps:
Tighten the lower pole of your breasts
Remove excess skin from the lower breast
Elevate the breast, keeping the areola and nipple attached
Reposition the skin more tightly around the lower breast to create a round undersurface and a better-contoured shape
Your surgeon will recommend a breast lift technique based on your needs and goals. Options include:
Wise Pattern (Anchor) Mastopexy
Ideal for significant skin removal and reshaping
Incision: Two intersecting ellipses creating an anchor pattern
Vertical (Lollipop) Mastopexy
Suitable for moderate lifts, often combined with implants
Incision: Vertical ellipse, sometimes with a small horizontal incision
Liposuction removes areas of excess fat and can be an excellent addition to your Mommy Makeover, refining your results and achieving sleeker contours.
Common areas for liposuction include:
Hips
Flanks (love handles)
Back
Outer thighs (saddlebags)
Inner thighs
Liposuction requires only small incisions and can often be performed through the incisions made for tummy tuck surgery.
Mommy Makeover Benefits
A Mommy Makeover addresses multiple areas in one surgery, providing transformative, life-changing results. Benefits include:
Limiting exposure to anesthesia to a single surgery
Recovery time consolidated by addressing multiple areas at once
The confidence that comes with feeling good in your own skin
Customized results tailored to your specific needs and goals
Additionally, you will save on expenses like facility fees and anesthesia by combining procedures.
Are You a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
Ideal Mommy Makeover candidates meet the following criteria:
Have experienced significant body changes after pregnancy (sagging breasts, excess abdominal skin, stubborn fat)
Are in good general health without conditions that impair healing or increase surgical risks
Are at a stable weight and close to their goal weight
Do not smoke, as smoking interferes with healing and increases complications
Are finished having children, as future pregnancies can reverse the results
During your consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your medical history, discuss your aesthetic goals, and determine if a Mommy Makeover is right for you.
Mommy Makeover surgery typically takes about 3 to 6 hours, depending on the procedures you choose and their complexity. Here’s a breakdown of the time estimates for each procedure:
Tummy tuck: 2 to 3 hours
Breast procedures:
Breast augmentation: 1 hour
Breast lift: 2 to 3 hours
Breast reduction: 2 to 3 hours
Liposuction: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
Keep in mind that every patient is unique, and your surgical times may differ. Our surgeons will always prioritize your safety by keeping surgical time reasonable.
Mommy Makeover Recovery
While recovery experiences vary, most patients follow a similar timeline. You can expect to feel largely “back to normal” after a Mommy Makeover within 4 to 6 weeks. At this point, swelling has significantly reduced, incisions are well on their way to healing, and patients can typically return to most regular daily activities and exercise. That said, subtle swelling and scar maturation will continue to improve over several months, with final results becoming more apparent over time.
Week by Week Recovery Timeline
Week 1: This week is focused on rest, but you’ll be advised to get up and walk around your house regularly to promote circulation. Avoid any activity that significantly increases your blood pressure. You can expect to be off pain medication within 3 to 7 days; because we use Exparel® long-acting analgesic at the surgical site, many patients do not use prescription pain medications.
Week 2: Many patients return to work if their jobs are not physically demanding, but it’s important to keep taking it easy.
Week 3: You can start to increase the intensity of your walks or begin a very light, low-impact cardio workout.
Week 4: It’s generally safe to increase workout intensity as it feels comfortable. Listen to your body and adjust your activity accordingly. If something causes discomfort, ease off rather than push through it.
Week 6: Most patients have returned to their regular exercise routines by this point.
Following this timeline can help ensure a smooth recovery and the best possible results from your Mommy Makeover.
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Start With a Personal Consultation
Our consultations are your time to meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your aesthetic vision, explore your procedure options, and develop a personalized surgical plan. You’ll also receive clear pricing and details about available financing options to help you move forward with confidence.
A Mommy Makeover delivers comprehensive enhancements to your post-pregnancy body. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Restored breast appearance
Flattened abdomen
Improved body contours
Reduced stretch marks
Enhanced self-confidence
By combining procedures such as breast lifts, tummy tucks, and liposuction, a Mommy Makeover provides comprehensive results that rejuvenate your body and renew your sense of self.om your Mommy Makeover.
A Reputation Built on Results
Dr. Teresa Cunningham is an OUTSTANDING cosmetic surgeon who is highly skilled, very diligent and incredibly approachable physician. Her staff is first-rate and the team's ability to work in concert...
After consulting with several surgeons, choosing Dr. Matthew Freeman for my breast augmentation was the best decision I could have made! The entire experience exceeded my expectations from start to finish....
Dr Freeman did an amazing job with Motiva implants. I went with the smallest size that fit my breast shape, and I love the amazing naturalness and feel. I didn’t want to look like I had gotten breast...
I am just over 6 months from my surgery. Wow. I will try to put into words how life changing this has been. I am a mom of 4 kids. I am short in height and grateful pre surgery to hide my body with clothes....
How much does a Mommy Makeover cost in the Denver, CO, area?
The cost of your Mommy Makeover at our Denver practice will depend on the specific procedures you choose. During your consultation, your surgeon will provide you with a personalized estimate.
We understand that financial considerations are important. That’s why we offer financing options to help make your transformation fit comfortably within your budget.
Is Mommy Makeover surgery painful?
Soreness and fatigue after your Mommy Makeover are normal, particularly during the initial recovery stages. The level of discomfort you experience can vary depending on factors such as the specific procedures chosen and the extent of the surgery.
To help alleviate pain during the first 72 hours after surgery, our surgeons use Exparel®, a long-acting pain medication, during certain procedures.
Can I still get pregnant after my Mommy Makeover?
Yes, you can still get pregnant after your Mommy Makeover. However, it’s important to know that pregnancy can reverse many of the benefits of your surgery.
We recommend waiting until you’re done having children before scheduling your Mommy Makeover. This way, you can enjoy your beautiful results without worrying about future pregnancies affecting your transformation.
Schedule Your Consultation
Are you ready to transform your body with a Mommy Makeover? Our board-certified plastic surgeons in the Denver metro area are here to provide honest, reliable information and guide you through every step of the process. Call our office at
(303) 278-2600 or request a consultation using our online form.