There is a $150 fee to book a consultation. The deposit will be credited toward your treatment if you receive a service within 30 days of your consultation.

Is a Mommy Makeover Painful?

Patients should not expect to feel any discomfort while under general anesthesia. Depending on the extent of the surgery, pain can be managed with prescription or over-the-counter medication when the anesthesia wears off.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The appointments necessary to complete your Mommy Makeover procedure will vary based on the types of surgeries you elect. Dr. Chopra may perform certain procedures in the same surgery to minimize patients’ time under anesthesia or in recovery. However, spacing out certain procedures may also be necessary to ensure your safety and the best results. Follow-up appointments will also be necessary to monitor your recovery and ensure there are no additional complications occurring as a result of your surgeries. Dr. Chopra will be able to recommend the overall number of appointments necessary for your Mommy Makeover at the time of your consultation.

How Long Until I See Results?

The results from a Mommy Makeover will depend on the types of procedures chosen and the patient’s capacity for healing. Some procedures may result in faster recovery times than others, while some patients may need more time to heal. In general, Dr. Chopra advises waiting until all swelling and bruising have reduced before evaluating your final results. It may take up to one year to fully appreciate your results and renewed body.

What Will the Scarring Look Like?

Dr. Chopra takes care to minimize existing scars and prevent the appearance of new ones during your Mommy Makeover. When possible, he will create incisions in areas of the body that are less visible or likely to heal faster. With the proper aftercare, many scars will fade in appearance over time. If you are sensitive to scarring, please ask Dr. Chopra about your options for hiding incisions with your preferred procedures at the time of your consultation.

When Can I Exercise Again After My Mommy Makeover?

Dr. Chopra strongly recommends waiting until he sees you in a follow-up appointment and clears you for further activities before resuming any exercise. Depending on your chosen procedures for your Mommy Makeover and your individual healing timeline, it may take anywhere from four to six weeks to resume more activity. Please follow all after-care instructions to ensure you heal well and can resume physical activity when appropriate.

Can I Combine a Mommy Makeover With Other Procedures?

Yes. The Mommy Makeover already combines several surgical procedures; however, patients may choose to undergo additional cosmetic treatments for a fully reinvigorated aftercare. Please mention any procedures you are interested in exploring at the time of your consultation. Dr. Chopra will make every effort to create a safe and effective surgical and/or cosmetic treatment plan for you.

What Are the Risks Associated With a Mommy Makeover?

Any surgery will carry some amount of risk. Depending on the type of procedures you choose for your Mommy Makeover, some complications may include: Swelling Bleeding Tissue death Infection Seroma Hematoma Implant rupture Capsular contracture Anesthesia risks

How Do I Find the Best Plastic Surgeon Near Me in Washington, D.C.?

Choosing a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon is crucial for a successful Mommy Makeover. Look for a qualified surgeon like Dr. Chopra, who has experience performing Mommy Makeovers and a strong track record of satisfied patients. Every surgeon should show you before-and-after pictures or examples of their previous patients so you may understand the effectiveness of their work. Dr. Chopra encourages patients to do their research! Speak with friends who have had the treatments you are considering or even past patients who are willing to speak about their experience. Schedule consultations with surgeons in and around Washington, D.C., to ensure you are selecting the surgeon you feel most comfortable with performing your requested procedures.

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Mommy Makeover

Introduction

Introduction to Mommy Makeover

A Mommy Makeover has become one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures for women who want to restore their bodies after pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. This combination of surgeries helps address the physical changes that are often difficult to reverse through diet and exercise alone. The results often leave women feeling like they have regained a previous version of themselves!

Chopra Cosmetic Surgery offers Mommy Makeover procedures in Fairfax, VA, and Washington, D.C. Dr. Vinod “V” Chopra is recognized as an expert who provides exceptional results for Mommy Makeovers and related procedures. Schedule a consultation to learn more about this transformative procedure today!

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What is a Mommy Makeover?

The Mommy Makeover is a personalized combination of cosmetic procedures that targets areas commonly affected by pregnancy, such as the breasts and abdomen. Over the years, this surgery has gained popularity for its effectiveness and the convenience of addressing multiple problem areas in a single procedure. As the name suggests, the Mommy Makeover is tailored to meet each patient’s specific needs, allowing them to regain their pre-pregnancy body or achieve their ideal shape.

Many women undergo significant changes in their bodies during pregnancy and breastfeeding. These changes may include sagging breasts, loss of volume, stretched abdominal muscles, and stubborn fat deposits in areas like the abdomen, hips, and thighs. The Mommy Makeover allows a plastic surgeon to combine different procedures to rejuvenate these areas and help women feel more confident and youthful. This combination approach has grown in popularity over the past decade and is now widely recognized in mainstream media.

A Mommy Makeover typically includes surgeries designed to address the breasts and abdomen, as these are the two main areas most affected by pregnancy. However, it can also involve additional procedures based on the patient’s unique needs. The most common procedures included in a Mommy Makeover are:

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Frequently Combined Procedures

Breast Procedures

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the breasts may enlarge significantly, and after childbirth, many women experience loss of volume, sagging, or deflation. A breast augmentation with implants can restore fullness and shape, while a breast lift can reposition sagging skin and nipples to a more youthful position. For those who experience discomfort due to excessively large breasts, a breast reduction may be part of the makeover.

Breast Augmentation: Involves the insertion of implants to restore breast volume and shape.
Breast Lift: Reshapes the breasts and lifts them to a more youthful position.
Breast Reduction: Reduces the size of overly large breasts for both aesthetic and functional benefits.
Breast Augmentation w/ Lift: Combines a breast augmentation with implants and lifts the breasts to restore a youthful appearance with breast volume, shape, and height.

Abdominal Procedures

Pregnancy causes the abdominal muscles and skin to stretch to accommodate the growing baby. This can sometimes result in diastasis recti (separation of the abdominal muscles), loose skin, and stretch marks. A tummy tuck (or abdominoplasty) is a common procedure that removes excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles. Liposuction can also be added to remove stubborn fat deposits and enhance body contour.

Tummy Tuck: Removes excess skin and tightens the abdominal muscles for a smoother, more toned appearance.
Circumferential Abdominoplasty: An extended tummy tuck that addresses the entire torso.
Liposuction: A fat removal procedure to sculpt areas of stubborn fat, especially around the abdomen, hips, and thighs.

Additional Body Contouring Procedures

Depending on the patient’s individual needs, additional procedures may be included to improve body contours further. These can include:

Arm Lift: To address sagging skin on the arms after weight loss or pregnancy.
Thigh Lift: To remove excess skin and fat from the thighs, creating a more toned appearance.
Liposuction: For stubborn fat pockets that don’t respond to diet or exercise.
Butt Lift: To enhance the shape and volume of the buttocks through fat grafting.
Labiaplasty: To reduce the size or reshape the inner or outer vaginal lips that have altered appearance due to pregnancy and childbirth.
Back Lift: To remove excess skin and fat and provide a renewed contour after weight loss.

What Are the Benefits of a Mommy Makeover?

There are many reasons why a mother might choose to undergo a Mommy Makeover. In Dr. Chopra’s experience, many of his patients have opted for these procedures for the following benefits:

Reconstructing and/or reshaping tissue that has become distended or disfigured due to pregnancy or childbirth
Minimizing the appearance of scars, particularly for Cesarean sections
Removing stubborn excess skin and fat
Improved self-confidence

Who Are the Best Candidates for a Mommy Makeover?

If you are a patient in Fairfax, VA, or Washington, D.C., you may be a strong candidate for a Mommy Makeover at Chopra Cosmetic Surgery if you meet some or all of the following characteristics:

Having excess skin and fat that remains impervious to diet and exercise
Having unbalanced features, such as asymmetrical or depleted breasts
Are dissatisfied with the appearance of cesarean scars or other features altered through pregnancy and childbirth
Maintain realistic expectations for results

It is generally recommended that you wait until you’re done having children before undergoing a Mommy Makeover. Pregnancy can reverse the results of certain procedures, especially tummy tucks or breast surgeries.

What’s the First Step?

If you are interested in exploring a Mommy Makeover surgery, Dr. Chopra is one of the experts in Washington, D.C. who can advise you on your best options. Please schedule a consultation at Chopra Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Chopra will listen to your reasons for wanting a Mommy Makeover surgery, evaluate your medical history and areas of concern, and make recommendations regarding which procedures may deliver your best results. He will show you before and after pictures of previous patients so you may understand the range of options available to you and learn what is or is not possible with your requested procedures.

If you and Dr. Chopra agree that you may benefit from a Mommy Makeover surgery, he will create a personalized surgical plan comprising procedures that will target your areas of concern. You can schedule the surgery with a member of our patient care team.

What to Expect on the Day of Mommy Makeover Surgery

Dr. Chopra will review your surgical plan with you once more before you undergo the Mommy Makeover procedure. This is to ensure you are on board with the surgical approach and to allow you to ask any additional questions before proceeding. Dr. Chopra will mark the sites on your body for incisions; then, when you are ready, an anesthesiologist will administer general anesthesia to ensure you are asleep during the procedure(s).

Dr. Chopra will then proceed to make the targeted incisions, use liposuction to remove excess tissue, and reshape the body contours to your preferences, as discussed in your consultation. The specifics of each procedure will depend on the surgeries you elect in your personalized surgical plan.

When the procedure is complete, you will be wheeled to a recovery room to be monitored until you awake from the anesthesia. You may return home in the company of a trusted friend or relative.

Mommy Makeover Recovery

Recovery from a Mommy Makeover depends on the procedures performed, but most patients can expect some downtime and the need for assistance in the first few weeks. Recovery time varies depending on the procedures performed. Most patients need about 1-2 weeks of rest before resuming light activities, but full recovery, including the reduction of swelling, can take 6 months to a year.

What to Expect During Recovery:

Outpatient Surgery: Most Mommy Makeover procedures are outpatient, meaning you can go home the same day. Some patients may stay in an overnight recovery suite for added comfort.
Recovery Time: You will likely experience soreness, swelling, and bruising for about 1-2 weeks. Full recovery and final results may take 6 months to a year as swelling gradually subsides.
No Heavy Lifting: You should avoid lifting anything heavy, including babies, for at least 6 weeks after surgery.
Help at Home: During recovery, you will need assistance with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and childcare, as you will be tender and limited in your movements.
Avoid Smoking: Smoking can delay healing, so it is crucial to stop smoking at least four weeks before and after surgery.

How Much Does a Mommy Makeover Cost in Washington, D.C.?

The cost of a Mommy Makeover in Washington, D.C., and Fairfax, VA, varies based on the combination of procedures chosen. Pricing may also vary based on the extent of the treatment and the number of surgeries required to complete the desired Mommy Makeover effectively. For a more accurate estimate, scheduling a consultation with Dr. Chopra is best.

Why Choose Dr. Chopra?

Dr. Chopra was honored with the Best of the City 2024: Mommy Makeover award from DC Magazine Modern Luxury, recognizing his expertise and exceptional results in performing Mommy Makeovers.

Dr. Vinod “V” Chopra specializes in aesthetic and cosmetic facial and body surgery through cutting-edge techniques and technology by integrating procedures with an artistic and holistic approach.

Dr. Chopra received his undergraduate degree and graduated with honors from the University of Virginia. He then went on to receive his Medical Degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine. After medical school, he completed residencies in general and plastic surgery, a fellowship at Weill-Cornell Medical Center in New York, and an ASAPS-endorsed fellowship in Advanced Aesthetic Surgery Techniques.

Dr. V is one of only a few surgeons to have completed a cosmetic and aesthetic fellowship. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) endorses his prestigious fellowship.

Whether you want to increase your self-confidence or simply enhance your appearance, Dr. V is passionate about providing confidence and joy to every patient.

Mommy Makeover FAQ’S

The appointments necessary to complete your Mommy Makeover procedure will vary based on the types of surgeries you elect. Dr. Chopra may perform certain procedures in the same surgery to minimize patients’ time under anesthesia or in recovery. However, spacing out certain procedures may also be necessary to ensure your safety and the best results. Follow-up appointments will also be necessary to monitor your recovery and ensure there are no additional complications occurring as a result of your surgeries. Dr. Chopra will be able to recommend the overall number of appointments necessary for your Mommy Makeover at the time of your consultation.
The results from a Mommy Makeover will depend on the types of procedures chosen and the patient’s capacity for healing. Some procedures may result in faster recovery times than others, while some patients may need more time to heal. In general, Dr. Chopra advises waiting until all swelling and bruising have reduced before evaluating your final results. It may take up to one year to fully appreciate your results and renewed body.
Dr. Chopra takes care to minimize existing scars and prevent the appearance of new ones during your Mommy Makeover. When possible, he will create incisions in areas of the body that are less visible or likely to heal faster. With the proper aftercare, many scars will fade in appearance over time. If you are sensitive to scarring, please ask Dr. Chopra about your options for hiding incisions with your preferred procedures at the time of your consultation.
Dr. Chopra strongly recommends waiting until he sees you in a follow-up appointment and clears you for further activities before resuming any exercise. Depending on your chosen procedures for your Mommy Makeover and your individual healing timeline, it may take anywhere from four to six weeks to resume more activity. Please follow all after-care instructions to ensure you heal well and can resume physical activity when appropriate.
Yes. The Mommy Makeover already combines several surgical procedures; however, patients may choose to undergo additional cosmetic treatments for a fully reinvigorated aftercare. Please mention any procedures you are interested in exploring at the time of your consultation. Dr. Chopra will make every effort to create a safe and effective surgical and/or cosmetic treatment plan for you.
Any surgery will carry some amount of risk. Depending on the type of procedures you choose for your Mommy Makeover, some complications may include:
- Swelling
- Bleeding
- Tissue death
- Infection
- Seroma
- Hematoma
- Implant rupture
- Capsular contracture
- Anesthesia risks
Choosing a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon is crucial for a successful Mommy Makeover. Look for a qualified surgeon like Dr. Chopra, who has experience performing Mommy Makeovers and a strong track record of satisfied patients. Every surgeon should show you before-and-after pictures or examples of their previous patients so you may understand the effectiveness of their work.

Dr. Chopra encourages patients to do their research! Speak with friends who have had the treatments you are considering or even past patients who are willing to speak about their experience. Schedule consultations with surgeons in and around Washington, D.C., to ensure you are selecting the surgeon you feel most comfortable with performing your requested procedures.

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I moved to Philadelphia and drive back every few months just to see Dr. Chopra, I wouldn’t go anywhere else! They take such good care of me and make me feel so comfortable. The new office is beautiful- it’s a professional, clean, and comfortable environment. Carla is an angel, she is so helpful, supportive and so good to me and everyone. Highly recommend!

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This location is amazing! Dr.Chopra and his team take the time to listen to my concerns, walk me through solutions and still manage to make me feel good about myself but more importantly: they don’t try and UP sale me! They offer real solutions, they do not just throw all procedures at me and they don’t play off my insecurities to get more $$ out of me. If you want to look better AND feel better about your procedure – come here! You should feel just as confident, if not more confident when you leave👍

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The entire staff here is amazing and make the experience here incredibly comfortable and easy. Dr. Chopra’s ability to communicate and understand the issues I was having, while also providing his own honest medical opinions and recommendations was an amazing experience and helped me in this process a lot. His care and expertise in the procedures he completed left me feeling ecstatic about the results and I couldn’t be happier. Would definitely recommend this place to anybody thinking about a plastic surgery procedure.

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