Pregnancy and breastfeeding are nothing short of miraculous, but they can leave lasting changes that no amount of clean eating or cardio seems to budge. A mommy makeover is our Eugene plastic surgery practice’s custom combination of procedures that restore comfort, proportion, and confidence.
While a traditional makeover centers on surgery (tummy tuck, breast lift or augmentation, and targeted liposuction), today’s options also include state‑of‑the‑art non‑surgical technologies—all available under one roof with top Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi and our award-winning Eugene med spa Ziba Medical Spa.
Below, we break down the specific concerns we can tackle, as well as the methods, both surgical and non‑surgical, we use to do it.
Core Aesthetic & Functional Concerns Mommy Makeovers Address
Loose, Over‑Stretched Abdominal Skin
A full or mini tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes excess skin, tightens muscles, and smooths stretch‑marked tissue on the abdomen. Dr. Movassaghi performs High Lateral Tension Abdominoplasty, a unique approach that differs from a traditional abdominoplasty in a few ways:
- It uses a longer incision to distribute tension across the upper and lower abdomen, relieving tension above the pubic area. The resulting scar is typically lower, allowing it to be easily concealed by a bathing suit bottom.
- It tightens skin diagonally rather than vertically, resulting in greater contouring of the flanks and a tightening of the upper thighs and groin. This contouring creates a “snatched” waistline, and can also correct fat in the upper pubic area.
- It addresses loose skin and muscle on the upper, mid, and lower abdomen, including the upper thigh and hip area. This results in a slimmer, more contoured abdomen that transitions smoothly into the hips and thighs.
- It tightens along the sides of the waistline, providing a noticeably more defined abdomen.
Non-Surgical Tip: For those seeking a less‑invasive option, Sofwave™ skin tightening delivers ultrasound energy through the skin’s surface to contract collagen and lift lax tissue. Sofwave is ideal for moms with mild skin laxity who prefer to avoid scars or the extended downtime that surgery can entail.
Separated or Weakened Abdominal Muscles (Diastasis Recti)
Diastasis recti repair is performed during abdominoplasty to re‑suture the “six‑pack” muscles where pregnancy had stretched them apart. Non-aesthetic benefits of diastasis recti repair can include a flatter profile, reduced back strain, and a stronger core foundation for future workouts.
Localized Fat Pockets Resistant to Diet & Exercise
Liposuction effectively sculpts flanks, bra‑line, hips, waist, or thighs in the same session as your tummy tuck. Liposuction is the gold-standard in fat removal; not only is it versatile, making it great for combination procedures, but the results are permanent—especially when maintained with a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Non-Surgical Tip: CoolSculpting® non-surgical fat removal freezes pinch‑able bulges without anesthesia or incisions. It’s a great body contouring option for fine‑tuning contours or for patients who only need modest results.
Breast Volume Loss and/or Sagging (Ptosis)
A breast lift (mastopexy) elevates and reshapes breast tissue to correct different grades of sagging in the breast. Breast augmentation restores lost volume, and a breast lift with implants can do both in one procedure.
“Dr. Movassaghi was kind and honest. He didn’t try to sell me on extraneous treatments or procedures, he gave me realistic expectations, and he produced wonderful results. I did a lot of research on different surgeries and surgeons, and I’m so grateful I chose this office.”
Downturned Nipples & Enlarged Areolas
Not only does it elevate the breasts, but a breast lift re‑centers the nipple‑areola complex and can reduce areolar diameter for a balanced, youthful shape.
Learn how Dr. Movassaghi lifts and reshapes the breast in this video, where he discusses his approach in addressing this athletic mommy makeover patient’s unique breast anatomy:
C‑Section & Prior Surgical Scars
During tummy tuck surgeries, Dr. Movassaghi can often conceal old cesarean scars or scars from previous abdominoplasty procedures within the new lower‑abdomen incision, streamlining your scar pattern to a single, thin line.
Cellulite Dimples on the Thighs or Buttocks
Avéli™ cellulite reduction is a minimally invasive treatment performed under local anesthesia. A tiny, light‑guided device severs the fibrous bands that tether the skin dimples from below, releasing the cellulite dimples and smoothing the surface. Results are immediate and long‑lasting, thus making it a perfect complement to liposuction or a standalone choice for moms who are otherwise happy with their contours.
Stretch Marks
A tummy tuck can help reduce certain abdominal stretch marks surgically, but for stretch marks outside the tummy tuck area (or for those looking to treat stretch marks without surgery) radiofrequency (RF) microneedling is a great non-surgical alternative.
At Ziba Medical Spa, our expert providers use a state-of-the-art Sylfirm X treatment system that combines traditional microneedling with dual-wave radiofrequency skin tightening. RF microneedling stimulates fresh collagen to add firmness to thin, crepey skin and reduce the appearance of stretch marks over time—with little to no downtime.
What a Mommy Makeover Cannot Do
While Dr. Movassaghi strives to deliver nothing short of the best results to his mommy makeover patients, we believe in setting crystal‑clear expectations before you move forward with your mommy makeover procedure. It is important to understand the limits of a mommy makeover procedure:
- It is not a substitute for substantial weight loss; visceral (internal) fat still requires lifestyle change.
- Future pregnancies or major weight fluctuations can re‑stretch skin or muscles, possibly necessitating revision surgery. We recommend postponing surgery until you are finished having children and you are at a stable weight.
- While we soften the appearance of stretch marks and improve skin texture, complete erasure of all stretch marks may be impossible.
It is important to note that every body is unique, and individual results will naturally vary. Your skin quality, genetics, age, healing response, lifestyle habits, and adherence to after‑care instructions all influence the final outcome of a mommy makeover—or any non‑surgical treatment—so no two journeys (or timelines) are exactly the same.
Dr. Kiya Movassaghi is a board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience. He is nationally respected and has served as President of The Aesthetic Society. With his extensive surgical expertise and an exceptional aesthetic eye, he helps patients achieve stunning, natural-looking results.
Crafting Your Mommy Makeover Plan with Dr. Kiya Movassaghi
If you’re considering a mommy makeover procedure, the next (and possibly most exciting) step is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Movassaghi. During your consultation, he will:
- Listen to your concerns and goals.
- Evaluate skin quality, muscle tone, and fat distribution.
- Recommend a phased or single‑stage approach, blending surgical precision with the latest non‑surgical technology (CoolSculpting, Avéli, Sofwave, lasers, etc.) to meet your lifestyle and recovery needs.
- Review recovery timelines, from child‑care planning to scar care and follow‑up treatments at Ziba Medical Spa.
Learn about several customized solutions, all at one single consultation. Call 541‑686‑8700 or reach out online to schedule your mommy makeover visit with board‑certified Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi in Eugene. Let’s create a plan that restores your figure, comfort, and confidence on your terms.
