Mommy makeover tummy tuck NYC

Why Choose This Practice

Dr. Kenneth R. Francis, MD is a Upper East Side 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: more than 35 years performing Mommy Makeover procedures
• Approach: Individualized plans aligned with your anatomy and goals
• Facility: Accredited Manhattan surgical suite with advanced monitoring

Mommy Makeover Overview

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 refine proportion, repair the core, and rejuvenate the breasts and torso with an elegant finish.

Procedure Deep Dive

Tummy Tuck: Flat, Firm, Supported

Pregnancy can stretch the midline fascia, leading to diastasis recti. A tummy tuck plications the muscle layer and tailors lax skin for a flatter abdomen and improved core support.

• Benefits: Better core support, defined waist, lasting 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 descend or lose volume. A lift repositions tissue while augmentation restores fullness using implants depending on your goals.

• Lift (Mastopexy): Repositions the nipple-areola complex and firms tissue
• Augmentation: Adds volume with saline implants or your own fat
• Combined: For patients who want both elevation and volume

Liposuction: Precision Sculpting

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

• Zones: Abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, back
• Approach: Strategic reduction for smooth transitions
• Option: Micro-fat grafting to hips or buttocks for proportion

Optional Labiaplasty: Comfort & Symmetry

Pregnancy and delivery can change the labial tissues. Labiaplasty is a delicate reshaping that enhances comfort and symmetry while preserving natural form.

Step-by-Step Experience

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

Healing Roadmap

• 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 support long-term results.

Outcomes That Matter

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

Candidacy Checklist

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

Investment & Options

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

Results & Longevity

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

• Prioritize regular activity and balanced nutrition
• Use sun protection and follow scar care
• Keep routine follow-ups as recommended

What Sets This Practice Apart

• 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 supportive follow-up

Your Questions Answered

Longevity of results?

With a stable weight, results can last for many years; natural aging continues but contours remain refined.

What about scarring?

Incisions are designed to be as discreet as possible; proper care helps them mature over time.

When can I return to work?

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

Can I combine procedures?

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

Is it painful?

Contemporary anesthesia and pain-management protocols keep discomfort manageable, especially during the first week.