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Mommy Makeover in Charlotte, NC

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Mommy Makeovers

The mommy makeover is very popular at our Charlotte, NC, practice. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Augenstein specializes in this combination of procedures that helps a woman to restore—or improve upon—her pre-baby body.

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What is a Mommy Makeover?

A mommy makeover is your personalized path to feeling like yourself again—just refreshed and a little more polished. Designed to tackle the body changes that come with pregnancy and breastfeeding, this set of procedures helps restore your confidence and maybe even takes things up a notch. At Aesthetic Surgery of Charlotte, Dr. Adam Augenstein tailors every makeover to fit your unique goals so you can love what you see in the mirror.

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What Aesthetic Issues Does a Mommy Makeover Address?

Motherhood is beautiful, but the changes to your body might not feel the same. A mommy makeover helps with:

  • Breast changes like sagging or loss of volume from breastfeeding.
  • Stubborn belly bulges or loose skin that just won’t budge, no matter how many crunches you do.
  • Separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) that make your core feel weaker.
  • Love handles or other stubborn fat pockets that don’t respond to diet and exercise.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about feeling comfortable, confident, and at home in your body again.

Areas of the Body

A mommy makeover is all about versatility. Common areas we address include:

Breasts:

Think lifting, reshaping, or adding volume.

Tummy:

Tightening muscles, flattening the belly, and smoothing skin.

Hips and Waist:

Sculpting with liposuction to bring back those curves.

Other Areas:

Add-ons like labiaplasty or facial rejuvenation can complete the transformation.

Are You A Candidate?

Motherhood brings with it many joys, but also many changes. These changes are often reflected in a woman’s body in the form of stretch marks, extra weight, and excess skin. A mommy makeover is most beneficial for moms who want to minimize or correct the changes to their bodies after having children. At Aesthetic Surgery of Charlotte mommy makeovers typically address the breasts and tummy, but can include any combination of surgical or nonsurgical procedures, such as facial rejuvenation or labiaplasty.

Women who can benefit from a mommy makeover include those who:

  • Want to return to their pre-baby shape
  • Are unable to get the results they want with diet and exercise
  • Are bothered by extra fat, sagging skin, or deflated breasts

How You'll Benefit

With a mommy makeover Charlotte patients can combine 2 or more surgeries at one time. This has several benefits, including consolidating multiple procedures into a single surgery and recovery period, reducing your exposure to anesthesia, and achieving more dramatic results quicker. It can also be financially beneficial, since you’ll only pay fees such as anesthesia and facility fees once.

A Personalized Experience

Dr. Augenstein will listen to your goals for surgery and help you decide which procedures will be most beneficial. Typically, his mommy makeover patients benefit from a combination of the following:

Breast Augmentation

Dr. Augenstein may recommend breast augmentation if your breasts have lost volume or shape. This is very common in women who breastfed.

Breast Lift

A breast lift will improve the look of sagging breasts and restore your breasts to a more upright position. It can also be combined with an augmentation for women who need both enhanced shape and volume.

Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck surgery can slim your waist and restore firmness and muscle tone to your abdominal wall, which is often compromised by pregnancy. Women whose pregnancy resulted in diastasis recti, or separation of the abdominal muscles, are often good candidates for a tummy tuck.

Liposuction

Liposuction can remove stubborn areas of fat that don’t improve with diet or exercise. Liposuction is often combined with a tummy tuck for enhanced results.

How to Prepare for a Mommy Makeover

Getting ready for a mommy makeover isn’t just about scheduling surgery—it’s about setting yourself up for success:

  • Consultation: Start by sitting down with Dr. Augenstein to create your custom plan.
  • Healthy Habits: Focus on staying active, eating well, and maintaining a stable weight.
  • Childcare Plan: Arrange for help with little ones, especially for the first couple of weeks post-surgery.
  • Mindset Check: Mentally prepare for downtime and remind yourself that recovery is part of the process.

The Procedure

A mommy makeover is completely tailored to your body and your goals. Dr. Augenstein will work with you to select the combination of procedures that will deliver the best results. Here’s a closer look at what might be included:

Breast Work

  • Breast Augmentation: Uses implants (silicone or saline) or fat transfer to restore lost volume and enhance shape. This is ideal for breasts that appear deflated after breastfeeding.
  • Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Removes excess skin and reshapes breast tissue to lift and restore a youthful position. Often combined with implants for those who need both lift and volume.
  • Breast Reduction: Reduces the size of overly large breasts, alleviating discomfort while reshaping and lifting them to create a proportionate look.

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

  • Removes excess skin and tightens the abdominal muscles to address diastasis recti, a condition where abdominal muscles separate during pregnancy.
  • Mini Tummy Tuck: Focuses on the area below the belly button for patients with minimal excess skin.
  • Full Tummy Tuck: Includes tightening the upper and lower abdomen, repositioning the belly button, and repairing muscle separation.
  • Drainless technique options are available, reducing post-surgery discomfort and recovery time.

Liposuction

  • Targets areas of stubborn fat, such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, hips, or upper arms.
  • Techniques: Dr. Augenstein uses advanced liposuction methods like tumescent liposuction (injected fluid to ease fat removal) and power-assisted liposuction (PAL) for more precise contouring with less downtime.

Labiaplasty

  • Reduces the size or reshapes the labia minora to address discomfort or aesthetic concerns caused by childbirth.

Buttock Enhancement

  • Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL): Combines liposuction and fat transfer to create a fuller, lifted appearance in the buttocks. Fat is taken from areas like the abdomen or thighs, purified, and injected strategically for natural-looking results.

Thigh Lift

  • Removes excess skin and tightens the inner or outer thighs to improve contour and address sagging caused by weight fluctuations or pregnancy.

Facial Rejuvenation Add-Ons

  • Procedures like eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) or non-surgical treatments (e.g., Botox or fillers) can be added to refresh your look and reduce the appearance of fatigue.

Results

A mommy makeover doesn’t just change how you look—it changes how you feel. You’ll notice:

  • A smoother, firmer body contour that feels like you again.
  • Perkier, more youthful breasts (no push-up bra required).
  • Confidence that shines through, whether you’re rocking a swimsuit or your favorite jeans.

Results are long-lasting, especially if you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Think of it as the reset button you’ve been waiting for.

Dr. Augenstein uses cutting-edge techniques to enhance safety and optimize results, including advanced suturing methods to minimize scarring and meticulous attention to detail for natural, balanced outcomes.

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Mommy Makeover Recovery

Because mommy makeovers include multiple surgeries, the recovery time can vary greatly depending on the number and type of procedures you have. He will give you more detailed recovery information after you’ve determined your surgical plan. Usually, Dr. Augenstein’s mommy makeover patients are back to their normal routines in about 4 to 6 weeks.

If you have small children, you may want to arrange for childcare during the first 1 to 2 weeks. You will be unable to walk fully upright for a few days, and you shouldn’t be doing any lifting for several weeks. Since mommy makeovers involve multiple surgeries, you’ll need to take it easy and let your body have time to heal.

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Aftercare

The recovery process is key to getting the best results:

  • Compression Garments: These help reduce swelling and support healing.
  • Scar Care: Dr. Augenstein will guide you on how to minimize scars with silicone sheets, ointments, or other treatments.
  • Take it Easy: No heavy lifting (yes, that includes toddlers) for several weeks.
  • Stay Patient: Healing takes time, but the payoff is worth it.

Dr. Augenstein and his team will be with you every step of the way, checking in to make sure your recovery is smooth and stress-free.

Why Choose Aesthetic Surgery of Charlotte?

Because your body deserves the best. At Aesthetic Surgery of Charlotte, you’ll be in the skilled hands of Dr. Adam Augenstein, a dual board-certified plastic surgeon known for his expertise and precision. Every mommy makeover is thoughtfully customized to align with your lifestyle and unique goals, ensuring that your results reflect your personal vision. Our state-of-the-art facility meets the highest safety standards, giving you peace of mind throughout your entire experience. Most importantly, our approach is about enhancing your natural beauty—not changing who you are—so you can feel confident and radiant in your skin.

Common Questions About Mommy Makeover

Yes. Although it’s often chosen by women who have had children, a mommy makeover is not exclusively for moms. If you are interested in more than 1 procedure, talk with Dr. Augenstein and he can customize a treatment plan that works for you.

Dr. Augenstein advises his patients to wait until they are done having children before having mommy makeover surgery. That’s because additional pregnancies can affect your results. He also encourages you to be at a healthy, stable weight before your mommy makeover to ensure the best results. A mommy makeover can help reverse the effects of pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding to enhance your look as well as your confidence. Request a consultation online, or call our office to schedule your appointment.

Absolutely. We can add other procedures to your makeover plan. Just let us know your goals, and we’ll work together to create a strategy that makes sense for you.

We recommend waiting at least six months after childbirth and finishing breastfeeding before surgery. Your body needs time to stabilize for the best results.

Stay consistent with healthy eating, exercise, and maintaining a stable weight. Think of this as a partnership between you and your body.

For plus-size patients, Dr. Augenstein customizes the plan to your body’s unique needs. If you’re planning more children, we suggest waiting until your family is complete to avoid impacting your results.

Muscle repair involves more downtime and activity restrictions, while liposuction recovery is typically quicker. Either way, we’ll give you detailed instructions and plenty of support.

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For the highest quality care and results, book your consultation with Dr. Augenstein at Aesthetic Surgery of Charlotte. We can’t wait to help you realize your best life.