Mommy makeover liposuction Surgeon NYC

Why Choose This Practice

Dr. Kenneth R. Francis, MD is a Manhattan plastic surgeon with a reputation for meticulous technique and harmonious outcomes. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), with more than three decades of focused experience in body contouring.

• Board Certification: ABPS (Plastic Surgery)
• Experience: over 35 years performing Mommy Makeover procedures
• Approach: Customized plans aligned with your anatomy and goals
• Facility: Accredited Manhattan surgical suite with advanced monitoring

What Is a Mommy Makeover?

A Mommy Makeover is not a single operation but a curated combination of procedures that may include abdominoplasty, breast lift or augmentation, and targeted liposuction. The goal is to restore proportion, repair the core, and rejuvenate the breasts and torso with an elegant finish.

Key Procedures Explained

Abdominoplasty: Flat, Firm, Supported

Pregnancy can weaken the midline fascia, leading to diastasis recti. A tummy tuck repairs the muscle layer and removes lax skin for a sleeker abdomen and improved core support.

• Benefits: Better core support, flatter abdomen, reliable contour
• Incisions: Placed low and discreet to suit your garment preferences
• Finish: Refined belly-button shaping for an authentic look

Breast Lift / Augmentation: Shape & Proportion

Post-pregnancy, breasts may sag or relinquish volume. A lift repositions tissue while augmentation restores fullness using implants depending on your goals.

• Lift (Mastopexy): Re-centers the nipple-areola complex and firms tissue
• Augmentation: Restores volume with silicone implants or autologous fat
• Combined: For patients who need both elevation and volume

Liposuction: Targeted Contouring

Even with great habits, isolated fat pockets can persist. Liposuction sculpts these zones to highlight natural curves and improve garment fit.

• Zones: Abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, back
• Approach: Measured reduction for smooth transitions
• Option: Fat transfer to hips or buttocks for proportion

Optional Labiaplasty: Comfort & Symmetry

Pregnancy and delivery can stretch the labial tissues. Labiaplasty is a precise reshaping that improves comfort and symmetry while preserving natural form.

Your Journey

1. Private Consultation: In-depth discussion + medical review; photos and examination for clear planning.
2. Personalized Plan: No two plans are alike; sequencing and combinations maximize efficiency.
3. Accredited Surgery: Manhattan suite with advanced anesthesia and monitoring.
4. Recovery & Follow-Up: Detailed guidance, scar care, and milestone check-ins.

Aftercare Essentials

• Wear compression as directed for shape control.
• Hydrate & nourish with balanced meals for optimal healing.
• Avoid heavy lifting until cleared; follow activity guidance.
• Attend follow-ups to optimize long-term results.

Outcomes That Matter

• Restored body proportion and balanced silhouette
• Improved clothing fit and style freedom
• Long-lasting improvements with stable weight and healthy habits
• Confidence that aligns with how you feel inside

Is It Right for You?

• Finished childbearing and breastfeeding
• Stable weight and overall health
• Willing to pause nicotine for safer healing
• Realistic goals and adherence to aftercare

Cost & Planning

Because each plan is custom, pricing varies by procedure mix, duration, anesthesia, and facility needs. During consultation you’ll receive a clear estimate and discussion of available financing.

How Long Do Results Last?

Final contours emerge as swelling subsides over a few months. With consistent weight and healthy habits, improvements can be long-term.

• Prioritize fitness and balanced nutrition
• Use SPF and follow scar care
• Keep routine follow-ups as recommended

Why NYC Patients Choose Dr. Francis

• More than 35 years of focused experience in post-pregnancy restoration
• Private practice for attentive care
• Accredited facility with advanced safety
• Refined, natural-looking results that enhance your features
• Clear education and responsive follow-up

Patient Questions

How long do results last?

If your weight stays steady, results can last for many years; natural aging continues but contours remain refined.

What about scarring?

Incisions are placed low to be as concealed as possible; proper care helps them fade over time.

When can I return to work?

Many patients resume desk work in about two weeks, depending on the procedure mix.

Combining procedures

Yes — combining procedures allows a comprehensive transformation with one streamlined recovery window.

Is it painful?

Modern anesthesia and pain-management protocols support a smooth recovery, especially during the first week.