Mommy Makeover

A mommy makeover is fully customized to each patient, but it typically combines two or more of the following: breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, tummy tuck (full or mini), and liposuction. During your consultation, Dr. Chen will examine the areas of concern and recommend the specific combination that will give you the most comprehensive, natural-looking result.

Because a mommy makeover involves multiple procedures performed in a single session, recovery is more involved than any one procedure alone. Most patients take two to three weeks off work and need help at home for the first week, especially with young children. Light activity resumes at two weeks, driving at two to three weeks, and full exercise is typically cleared at six to eight weeks. The benefit is one recovery period instead of two or three separate ones.

Dr. Chen generally recommends waiting at least six months after you have finished breastfeeding so that your breast tissue has stabilized and your body has returned to its baseline weight. If you are unsure whether you are done having children, it is best to wait, because a future pregnancy can stretch the skin and muscles that were tightened during surgery.

Yes, when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon in an accredited facility, combining procedures is well-established and safe. Dr. Chen carefully plans operative time, works with a board-certified anesthesiologist, and follows strict patient selection criteria to minimize risk. His AAAHC-accredited surgical suite is equipped with hospital-grade monitoring throughout.

Absolutely. A mommy makeover is not a one-size-fits-all package. Some patients want breast and abdomen work; others only need a tummy tuck and liposuction. Dr. Chen will evaluate your anatomy, listen to your goals, and build a surgical plan that addresses exactly what matters to you, without unnecessary procedures.

We offer several financing plans including CareCredit, Alphaeon Credit, and PatientFi, many with 0% APR promotional periods for qualified patients. Our patient coordinator will walk you through your options during the consultation so you can make an informed decision without financial pressure.

All surgical procedures involve incisions, but Dr. Chen places them strategically so they can be hidden under clothing and swimwear. Breast scars are typically around the areola or in the breast crease; tummy tuck scars follow the natural bikini line. He uses advanced layered closure and prescribes medical-grade scar therapy to help scars fade to thin, pale lines over 12 to 18 months.

That is completely fine. Dr. Chen frequently performs standalone breast augmentation, breast lifts, and tummy tucks. During your consultation, he will help you decide whether combining procedures or staging them makes the most sense for your goals, health, and schedule.