Mommy Makeovers

A Key Part of Post-Pregnancy Physical Rejuvenation

Mommy Makeovers offer an opportunity to restore abdominal muscles, tighten skin, and rejuvenate breasts, allowing us to regain our former confidence and appearance.

Experience a renewed sense of confidence

Are you struggling with the physical changes that come after having children or experiencing age-related body changes? Are sagging breasts, stretch marks, and loose skin on your abdomen causing you concern? If so, you may be interested in a transformative solution that combines an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) with a breast procedure, commonly known as a “mommy makeover.”

The effects of pregnancy can often leave women feeling dissatisfied with their bodies, despite the joy of motherhood. These changes can also impact intimacy with their spouse. A mommy makeover, which addresses both breast and abdominal concerns, has the potential to not only restore your pre-pregnancy appearance but also leave you looking even better than before. Imagine regaining your confidence and feeling good about your body!

What is a Mommy Makeover?

It’s understandable that some people may have preconceived notions about plastic surgery, associating it with a desire to look younger without putting in the effort. The term “Mommy Makeover” can further solidify these opinions. However, it’s important to recognize that pre-pregnancy restoration, the medical term for a mommy makeover, serves multiple purposes. While the procedure does offer a rapid improvement in abdominal skin and breast firmness, it also strengthens these areas, enabling you to engage in exercises, work, and perform everyday tasks of parenting with greater ease.

While terms like “tummy tuck” and “breast augmentation” may suggest a casual procedure, the reality is that this surgery is complex and involves crucial decisions from initial planning to full recovery. As the previous Medical Director of the Northeast Alliance Surgical Center and current CEO of Esana Plastic Surgery Center & MedSpa, Dr. Pan is an expert in guiding patients through the entire process.

One of Dr. Pan’s former patients, Heather, a professional photographer and lead singer of a local rock band, initially felt hesitant about the surgery. However, she trusted Dr. Pan and had a tummy tuck procedure after her twin sons turned five, allowing her to recover without the limitations of lifting young children. Despite her previous attempts at running and regular workouts, Heather found that these efforts had little impact on tightening the extra skin around her stomach. Her confidence on stage and in meetings with clients suffered as a result. But after undergoing the abdominoplasty, which involved restoring her muscles to their pre-pregnancy strength, removing excess skin, and eliminating stretch marks, Heather’s experience was so positive that she shared it across her social media channels. She went from being unsure about telling anyone to wanting to tell everyone about her great experience.

Not all patients undergoing a tummy tuck require breast augmentation. However, for moms who are finished having children, combining a breast lift with the tummy tuck can provide both cosmetic and practical benefits. In addition to being able to exercise and perform physical tasks more comfortably, women often experience a significant boost in confidence due to their restored appearance. Former patient C. Morris shares her satisfaction, saying, “Overall, I am so happy with my results. It only took me about two weeks to adjust to [my breasts], and now I feel like this is the body I was born with.”

Breast surgery as a standalone operation is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under light general anesthesia, with most patients returning to work after one week. During the initial consultation, either Dr. Pan or Dr. Davila will meet with each patient, explain the entire process from the initial decision to the recovery schedule, and discuss the four main types of breast surgery (augmentation, reduction, lift, or a combination of these) to determine the best approach for each individual case. The pricing will be presented based on the specific circumstances of each patient.

by Dr. Pan *results may vary

More Before & After Photos

Is a Mommy Makeover Right For Me?

It’s important to note that a mommy makeover is not a miraculous solution. The best results are achieved by healthy patients who have a positive body image. A tummy tuck is not a weight loss solution but rather an operation that allows women to resume a healthy exercise regimen and lifestyle with restored musculature. Additionally, these procedures are considered significant surgeries that require a full recovery period, including a prescribed period of no physical strain after the operation. Patients are advised to schedule in-home assistance for post-procedure recovery.

Feeling good physically often stems from our ability to take care of our bodies through exercise and positive habits. Unfortunately, pregnancy can impose physical limitations that hinder these efforts. Moreover, post-pregnancy bodies can negatively affect self-esteem and confidence in both personal and professional lives. Plastic surgery offers an opportunity to restore key muscles, tighten skin, and uplift deflated breasts, allowing us to regain our former fitness and appearance.

Contact ESANA to Request a Consultation:

To learn more about the Mommy Makeover and determine if it’s the right choice for you, fill out the following form to request a consultation.

Our Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons

Dr. Deborah Pan

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Deborah Pan, MD, the lead surgeon at Esana Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, emphasizes the functional benefits of post-pregnancy plastic surgery. “Women often respond to the idea of a post-pregnancy plastic surgery with the comment, ‘I am not that vain,’” says Dr. Pan. “But what most people do not understand is that while a woman’s appearance does speak to her self-confidence and self-esteem, there is an important functional element to the procedure.”

Dr. Pan, a graduate of Harvard University and The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, made the choice to specialize in plastic surgery after completing her surgical residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital. In 2006, she founded Esana Plastic Surgery Center & MedSpa with the goal of empowering women to achieve their physical, lifestyle, and professional aspirations without hindrance. Dr. Pan works alongside colleague Dr. Javier Davila, MD, a graduate of Yale University School of Medicine who also completed his residency in New Haven. Esana has offices in New Haven and Guilford.