Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover in Scottsdale with Dr. Victoria Aimé combines breast and body contouring procedures into a customized surgical plan based on your anatomy, areas of concern, and goals.
Despite the name, a mommy makeover is not limited to mothers and there is no standard combination of procedures. Your concerns may involve loose abdominal skin, abdominal muscle separation, localized areas of fat, changes in breast volume or position, or several areas at once. Pregnancy and weight changes are common reasons for these changes, but the same combination of procedures may be useful for patients who have never been pregnant.
During your consultation, the areas you would like to address are evaluated individually before considering how they fit together. Abdominal concerns may be treated with a tummy tuck, muscle repair, liposuction, or a combination of these techniques. Breast concerns may be addressed with a breast lift, augmentation, breast lift with implants, reduction, fat transfer, or a combination of breast procedures. Liposuction or other body contouring procedures can also be incorporated when they address additional areas of concern.
These procedures can often be combined, but they do not need to be performed together simply because they can be. The number and length of procedures, your health, expected recovery, and the amount of surgery that can reasonably be performed at one time are considered when developing your plan. In some cases, staging procedures into more than one operation may be a better option.
The goal is to build the surgical plan around the changes that actually concern you rather than around a predetermined “mommy makeover” package. This also allows recovery, priorities, and which procedures make sense to perform together to be discussed before deciding on the final combination.
What you need to know
Every procedure and treatment we offer is thoughtfully designed to meet your unique goals, lifestyle, and anatomy. Below, you’ll find key details about what to expect—from how the procedure works to recovery guidance and ideal candidacy—so you can feel informed, confident, and empowered at every step of your journey.
An overview of the procedure
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Every patient heals at a different pace, but recovery generally follows a predictable progression. The timeline below provides a guide to what you may expect during the early healing period and as you gradually return to normal activities.
Day of Surgery
Your recovery begins either at home with a trusted caregiver or with an overnight stay in the recovery center if your procedure is longer or more extensive. You’ll be fitted with a supportive surgical bra and an abdominal binder to promote healing. Short, gentle walks are encouraged as soon as you’re able to help boost circulation and reduce the risk of blood clots.
Days 1-3
You’ll return to Dr. Aimé’s office the day after surgery for your first post-op visit, where you’ll be guided through dressing changes and incision care. Discomfort is managed with prescribed medications while your body begins to adjust. Light walking within your home is encouraged to support healing, and you’ll wear compression socks and may use sequential compression devices. Some patients are started on a short course of blood thinners. With assistance, you’ll take your first shower, begin daily dressing care, and notice normal early swelling and bruising.
Weeks 1-2
You’ll continue with daily dressing changes and showers, while swelling — which often peaks between days 2 and 4 — begins to improve. During this time, you’ll start adding light daily activities back into your routine. You’ll also come in for your one-week post-op check and again at two weeks to have external suture knots trimmed. Compression socks are still recommended to help reduce the risk of complications.
Weeks 2-4
At this stage, you’ll transition into a standard compression garment, like a girdle or faja, for continued support. Many patients begin incorporating light exercise, such as short walks outside, as tolerated. Swelling continues to subside and you’ll start seeing early improvements in body contour and shape.
Weeks 4-6
As your energy returns, moderate exercise can usually be resumed, including low-impact strength or cardio activity. Major swelling typically decreases during this period, making your new contours more visible. Dr. Aimé may advise you to begin gradually tapering out of your compression garments depending on your healing progress.
After Week 6
You can typically return to your full activity level, including regular workouts and more intense exercise. Swelling continues to resolve, and your incisions will begin to fade and soften over the next several months. Follow-up appointments at 3, 6, and 12 months help ensure long-term healing, allow for refinements if needed, and give you an opportunity to ask questions throughout your journey.
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The total cost of surgery varies based on several factors, including the complexity of the procedure, operating time, anesthesia requirements, and the surgical facility used.
Our consultation fee is $150 and includes a comprehensive evaluation, surgical planning discussion, and personalized recommendations.
Surgical quotes are valid for 90 days from the date they are provided. To secure pricing, the procedure must be booked within this time frame; the surgical date itself may be scheduled beyond 90 days, based on availability and patient preference.
A $500 surgical reservation fee is due at the time of booking and is applied toward your total surgical cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve gathered answers to some of the most common questions our patients ask about this procedure. Whether you’re just starting your research or preparing for surgery, this section is here to help you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
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Labiaplasty in Scottsdale with Dr. Victoria Aimé begins with evaluating your anatomy, areas of excess or asymmetric tissue, physical symptoms, and goals to determine which areas should be addressed and how much tissue should be removed.
Thigh Lift
Thigh lift surgery in Scottsdale with Dr. Victoria Aimé begins with evaluating where excess skin and fat are located along your thighs to plan liposuction, skin removal, and the length and location of the resulting scars.
Body Lift
Body lift surgery in Scottsdale with Dr. Victoria Aimé begins with evaluating where excess skin and tissue are located around your abdomen, waist, hips, and buttocks to determine the extent of skin removal and contouring needed.
Liposuction
Liposuction in Scottsdale with Dr. Victoria Aimé begins with evaluating where excess fat is located, your surrounding body proportions, skin quality, and goals to determine which areas should be treated together to improve overall contour.
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