Mommy Makeover Charlotte NC

Restoring Confidence After Childbirth

While childbirth brings unimaginable joy and blessings, it can take a toll on a woman’s body, becoming the source of frustration, heightened self-consciousness, and even depression. A mommy makeover in Charlotte, NC is a combination of procedures specifically designed to restore those areas that never bounced back after having children.

Mommy Makeover Overview With Dr. Pratt

What is a mommy makeover?

A mommy makeover is a catch-all phrase used to describe any combination of procedures that address restoring youth to the areas on the breast, tummy, waist, and vaginal region, which are most affected during pregnancy. These areas often become deflated, stretched, loose, and in some cases, distorted. Because of the inevitable stretching of tissue and hormonal changes during pregnancy, a woman’s body is never the same after childbirth. Dr. Pratt refers to this as “the new normal.” The goal of a mommy makeover is not to deny these physical changes but rather embrace them by becoming the best version of your new self. Dr. Pratt will tailor your mommy makeover specifically to your needs. He believes in a natural, perky, youthful look—not an artificial one. Dr. Pratt is known for creating a mommy makeover silhouette that is timeless, proportionate, and elegant.

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Mommy Makeover surgery may include any combination of the following procedures:

Breast surgery

Breast augmentation can bring a youthful, perky look back to the upper portion of the breast. A breast lift is frequently done in combination with breast augmentation when an implant alone will not provide the most optimal shape. #shapeiseverything

Liposuction

Liposuction is used to sculpt, shape, and flatten stubborn fat from the neck down to the ankles. Done in combination with Dr. Pratt’s signature tummy tuck to optimize contour.

Tummy Tuck

The most common body contouring procedure done with a mommy makeover is a tummy tuck. Dr. Pratt will remove loose skin and tighten weakened stomach muscles with his signature tummy tuck incision: low and elegant.

Labiaplasty

Dr. Pratt is one of the few plastic surgeons in the region with expertise in restoring youth to the labia of the external genitalia through labiaplasty. Excess skin in this area from childbirth can be a source of pain during intercourse, contour irregularities in bathing suits, and self-consciousness.

Brazilian butt lift

Through a combination of high-definition liposuction and strategic placement of your fat into the buttocks, a perkier, more athletic buttock shape can be created—nothing unnatural.

Facial rejuvenation

Though not directly affected by childbirth, the stresses of motherhood, and the inevitable changes brought by father time, the aging face can be considered part of any mommy makeover. Non-surgical options really shine here with products such as BOTOX®, Dysport®, temporary fillers, chemical peels, and our newly acquired, state-of-the-art, 100% pain-free laser hair removal device. These are excellent maintenance options for the post-partum mother.

Am I a good candidate for a mommy makeover?

The ideal way to determine your candidacy is to attend a private consultation with Dr. Pratt in Charlotte, NC, during which he will perform a thorough physical evaluation and review of your cosmetic goals. However, there are some general factors that can help provide guidance.

Mommy makeover candidates will possess the following attributes:

They are emotionally and physically healthy – Clients undergoing surgery must be free from any significant medical issues that might interfere with their procedure or its recovery. They must also abstain from smoking before and after their procedure, as this habit can prohibit proper healing.
They are at a healthy, stable weight – After pregnancy, your weight may fluctuate and that can make it difficult to maintain the results of your procedure. If you wait until your weight is more stable, it can ensure that your surgery is the most effective in transforming your physique and that you only need to undergo it once.
They are not planning to have more children – Childbirth creates major changes in the shape and size of the breasts and the abdomen, so it’s best to wait until you are finished having kids to undergo a mommy makeover. Otherwise, you risk reversing your results.

I had a tummy tuck, lipo, and breast augmentation by Dr. Broc Pratt. I am very pleased. My stomach is flat, and my scar is low and is healing well.

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Mommy Makeover Before & After

Before & After Mommy Makeover in Charlotte NC

Mommy Makeover FAQs

Is it safe to do the breast and tummy surgery in one operation?

Adherence to the highest standards of safe surgical practice is the foundation for all decisions and preoperative planning for your surgery. “Maintaining excellence and consistency in cosmetic results goes far beyond technical aptitude in the operating room. A good surgeon knows how to operate…a great one knows when not to.” Combining procedures under one anesthetic is ideal for maximizing your transformation with one recovery. However, because there are so many potential combinations for mommy makeover surgery and surgical duration varies based on these combinations, Dr. Pratt will outline a comprehensive plan to meet your expectations based on sound medical decision-making.

My breasts look empty and deflated. I’m not sure if I need a lift or just implants?

This is perhaps one of the most frequently asked questions. Whether or not a lift will suffice will depend two factors: 1) How much fullness is desired in the upper portion of the breast? 2) Is the volume (and quality) of your own breast tissue sufficient enough to meet the fullness expectations of the upper breast? Dr. Pratt will create an individualized plan for you based on your aesthetic goals and expectations. He is adept explaining the options but will not let you make a decision that he feels is not in your best interest.

I’m not sure if I need a tummy tuck. Can I try liposuction first and see what happens?

In your comprehensive consultation with Dr. Pratt, he will help you determine which is the more appropriate way to go. Doing a lesser operation than what is required to achieve the desired result in inevitably a set up for disappointment. Scar tissue from initial surgery combined with the economics of additional surgery and more time off are factors to be considered. Dr. Pratt is a proponent of doing it the correct way the first time, rather than risk disappointment with an operation that inherently is not set up to meet expectations.

Are there other options to add fullness to my breasts other than implants?

Yes. Using your own tissue (either breast tissue or fat) is an option for select patients who are candidates for such procedures. Although implants are the gold standard in predictability is establishing fullness, more natural, organic options such as transferring your own tissue for volume enhancement can be an excellent solution.

If I need to break up my mommy makeover into two stages, how long do I have to wait after my initial surgery to have the second?

Staging surgical procedures has been an integral part of Dr. Pratt’s practice since its inception. The chronological order of your bespoke treatment plan will take into consideration factors such as your aesthetic priorities, how the first surgery will influence the second, and positioning during your recovery. Second stage procedures can be done as early as two weeks in some instances, but most frequently are done within 6 to 8 weeks after the initial stage.

What will my mommy makeover recovery be like?

Because the term “mommy makeover” can refer to a multitude of various surgical and non-surgical combinations, recovery is based on which particular combination Dr. Pratt outlines for you.

I know I need a tummy tuck, but the belly button part of the operation makes me nervous.

Every plastic surgeon has their own way of contouring the belly button during a tummy tuck. There are many ways to achieve an aesthetically pleasing navel. Dr. Pratt shares these concerns and his approach is one that focuses on creating a natural-looking belly button. Everyone, however, is unique, and sometimes the anatomy of a particular belly button changes, especially after the muscles are tightened during a tummy tuck. This can make for a more tedious and challenging reconstruction that inevitably influences the aesthetic outcome.

What are the benefits of a mommy makeover?

Complements a healthy lifestyle by restoring shape to areas that are resistant to change with diet and exercise
Potential improvement in core strength and core stability when muscle separation is corrected
Less reliance on padding and push-up bras to create a youthful appearance to the breasts
Often leads to an improved sex life
A more streamlined, pre-baby body
Eliminates the need for compression girdles like SPANX® to hide bulges and contour irregularities from pregnancy
More versatile clothing options

What Is the Cost of a Mommy Makeover?

Every mommy makeover is different, which means that the overall cost of the procedure tends to vary quite a bit. The overall price of your mommy makeover will depend on which specific treatments you’re having included. Additionally, some mommy makeovers need to be completed across two surgery sessions. The cost of the procedure will also include the anesthesia fee, facility fee, and potentially other fees for pre and post-operative treatment. When you have your mommy makeover consultation, Dr. Pratt will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan. He’ll then be able to give you more precise information about the cost of your treatment, but typically it ranges from $26,000 to $33,000.

Why choose Dr. Pratt in Charlotte, NC, for a mommy makeover?

Dr. Pratt, a plastic surgeon in Charlotte, NC, is committed to his philosophy of “do what’s best for the patient, not what’s most convenient.” This is the standard that has brought smiles and gorgeous silhouettes to thousands of patients over the years. His professional yet informal approach during your Charlotte, NC, mommy makeover consultation is undeniably refreshing and unpretentious. His commitment to restoring a youthful look, rather than a contrived one, is more of an ethos than a tagline. His down-to-earth demeanor and unique style of making patients feel at ease, informed, and empowered is distinctly different and a much-welcomed breath of fresh air. This relatability is consistent throughout the entire staff at Bespoke Plastic Surgery and sets the stage for feeling confident that you will be taken care of like family from start to finish.

Along with being personable, Dr. Pratt’s approach does not lack candor. “It’s easy to give patients what they think they want. It’s a lot more effort to explain to them what they actually need,” he says. He is quick to tell his patients that temporary solutions give temporary results, and proper planning is not merely about implant size and scar location—it’s about not glossing over what he feels are the most important elements about anyone undergoing elective surgery such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and sleep apnea. Dr. Pratt says, “Our surgeries may be cosmetic and elective, but it’s still surgery. Being proactive as to how a medical condition, herbal supplement, or prescription medication can possibly come into play during or after surgery is unquestionably the most prudent part of my job. I’m a physician first, then a plastic surgeon.”

Dr. Pratt came to Charlotte in 1997 when he graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He spent six years at Carolinas Medical Center, where he completed a general surgery residency and a clinical research fellowship in minimally invasive surgical techniques. He then went on to hone is skills at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he completed a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery. After spending time as a clinical instructor in the Department of Plastic Surgery at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC, he went into solo private practice, where he transitioned his focus to one being exclusively dedicated to aesthetic surgery. Dr. Pratt’s office and state-of-the-art on-site surgery center is in south Charlotte, nestled right in the heart of Ballantyne. He remains on staff at four of the local area hospitals and is one of the few plastic surgeons in Charlotte that continues to take emergency room calls and facial trauma calls.