Mommy makeover tummy tuck Plastic Surgeon NYC

About the Surgeon

Dr. Kenneth R. Francis, MD is a Upper East Side plastic surgeon with a reputation for refined 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 decades of focused experience in body contouring.

• Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery (Plastic Surgery)
• Experience: more than 35 years performing Mommy Makeover procedures
• Approach: Individualized plans aligned with your anatomy and goals
• Facility: Fully 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 tummy tuck, breast lift or augmentation, and targeted liposuction. The goal is to refine proportion, tighten the core, and refresh the breasts and torso with an natural finish.

Inside the Procedure Suite

Tummy Tuck: Flat, Firm, Supported

Pregnancy can stretch the midline fascia, leading to diastasis recti. A tummy tuck repairs the muscle layer and tailors lax skin for a sleeker 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: Projection & Balance

Post-pregnancy, breasts may descend or lose volume. A lift repositions tissue while augmentation enhances fullness using fat transfer depending on your goals.

• Lift (Mastopexy): Re-centers the nipple-areola complex and reshapes tissue
• Augmentation: Adds volume with saline implants or autologous fat
• Combined: For patients who want both elevation and volume

Liposuction: Targeted Contouring

Even with great habits, localized fat pockets can persist. Liposuction sculpts these zones to highlight natural curves and enhance 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: Confidence & Symmetry

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

What to Expect

1. Private Consultation: Goal-setting + medical review; photos and examination for accurate planning.
2. Personalized Plan: No templates; sequencing and combinations minimize downtime.
3. Accredited Surgery: Manhattan suite with advanced anesthesia and monitoring.
4. Recovery & Follow-Up: Detailed guidance, scar care, and milestone check-ins.

Healing Roadmap

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

Benefits You’ll Notice

• Renewed 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

• Completed childbearing and breastfeeding
• Stable weight and good health
• Non-smoker for safer healing
• Realistic goals and commitment 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.

Maintaining Your Outcome

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

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

What Sets This Practice Apart

• 35+ years of focused experience in post-pregnancy restoration
• Boutique practice for personalized care
• Accredited facility with hospital-grade safety
• Refined, natural-looking results that respect your features
• Clear education and responsive follow-up

Frequently Asked 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 designed to be as concealed as possible; proper care helps them mature over time.

Back to routine?

Many patients resume desk work in about 10–14 days, depending on the procedure mix.

Combining procedures

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

Is it painful?

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