Motherhood offers a whirlwind of emotions and physical changes, so feeling comfortable and confident in your postpartum body may be easier said than done for many new (and not-so-new) moms.
A traditional mommy makeover typically involves a combination of procedures such as breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and liposuction. The surgical results of a mommy makeover are highly satisfying and will provide the most dramatic results for patients seeking to restore their pre-pregnancy bodies. But what if surgery isn’t for you?
Fortunately, there are many patients who may be great candidates and benefit from a non-surgical mommy makeover! Here, the expert team of aesthetic specialists at Basu Aesthetics + Plastic Surgery shares the benefits of a non-surgical mommy makeover and the proven treatments we use in place of traditional surgical procedures.
Benefits of a non-surgical mommy makeover
A non-surgical mommy makeover is an attractive option for many mothers because these procedures feature:
- Little, if any, downtime
- No visible scarring
- Natural-looking results
- Less financial investment
Non-surgical alternatives to a mommy makeover
You have more options than ever before when personalizing a non-surgical mommy makeover treatment plan! Non-surgical procedures can help target the same areas as a traditional mommy makeover and achieve noticeable improvements; these include body contouring with targeted fat reduction, muscle toning, skin tightening, and rejuvenating intimate areas.
An expert team of aesthetic specialists can help you choose the ideal treatments to see the boost in your appearance you’re looking for. Below are some of our most popular non-surgical mommy makeover options.
Fat reduction
CoolSculpting helps eliminate unwanted bulges that seem to resist diet and exercise to achieve a slimmer, smoother midsection without the downtime and recovery of liposuction. CoolSculpting uses a safe and proven process called cryolipolysis to selectively target fat cells to freeze and destroy them without damaging surrounding tissue. Your body eliminates these “dead” fat cells through its natural processes.
We typically recommend multiple treatments to see optimal results, but once achieved, effects are long-lasting with a healthy diet and active lifestyle.
This patient received CoolSculpting to her abdomen; notice how slim her abdominal contour is post-treatment. View our full CoolSculpting gallery here.
Muscle toning
EmSculpt® is a revolutionary treatment that reduces stubborn pockets of fat and tightens and tones for more sculpted muscle definition on the abdomen, buttocks, arms, thighs, and calves. High-intensity focused electromagnetic energy (HIFEM) targets muscle groups and stimulates up to 20,000 powerful muscle contractions in just a 30-minute appointment.
This means that EmSculpt results are not just superficial—treated muscles are strengthened and more defined after treatment! Treating the surface and deep layers of fat tissue with controlled pulses allows EmSculpt to visibly and significantly reduce unwanted fat and stimulate faster toning.
Like with most non-surgical treatments, optimal results are seen after multiple treatments. Most patients are very pleased with their results after 4-6 EmSculpt treatments, with no downtime needed between sessions.
EmSculpt for abdominal muscle separation post-pregnancy
EmSculpt can also help patients correct diastasis recti, or the abdominal muscle separation that is common after pregnancy. Most moderate to severe cases of diastasis recti are corrected surgically with a tummy tuck, so EmSculpt is a game-changer for patients who want a safe and effective non-surgical option.
Non-surgical procedures can help target the same areas as a traditional mommy makeover and achieve noticeable improvements.
Skin tightening
Loose, stretched skin is usually a significant concern for postpartum moms, and we recommend Morpheus8 to tighten lax skin. Morpheus8 combines microneedling and radiofrequency (RF) energy; tiny, hair-like needles deliver RF energy deep into the skin and create micro-punctures that trigger the body’s natural healing process to boost collagen and elastin production (proteins that are essential for tighter, firmer skin).
Highly-trained providers customize Morpheus8 treatments using different depths and energy levels based on your anatomy and the treatment location. Many patients see noticeable results after a single 30-60 minute treatment, and these results will continue to improve over time as the body produces more collagen and elastin. A series of 3 Morpheus8 treatments typically achieves optimal results.
Weight loss
We understand that weight loss is much harder for some, and The Skinny Shot (semaglutide) may be a suitable option to help the right candidate achieve non-surgical weight loss. Semaglutide regulates appetite and calorie intake—patients who use The Skinny Shot feel less hungry and consume fewer calories. Semaglutide Skinny Shot therapy uniquely decreases visceral and internal fat, which surgical procedures cannot reduce.
The treatment plan features weekly at-home injections, monthly office visits to monitor your progress and adjust the dosage if needed, and dietary counseling so that weight loss after using The Skinny Shot is maintained after treatments are complete.
We also offer Ballancer® Pro lymphatic drainage treatment to detoxify and reshape your body using comfortable compression massage. Stimulating your lymphatic system reduces water weight, puffiness, and swelling for smoother, firmer contours and improves the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks. Our Houston med spa patients see and feel immediate results with Ballancer Pro, and multiple treatments can achieve stronger, more robust health and aesthetic benefits.
Vaginal rejuvenation
ThermiVa vaginal rejuvenation is a godsend for women who experience uncomfortable and frustrating changes in their vaginal health and appearance after childbirth. ThermiVa addresses mild urinary incontinence, tissue laxity, and external aesthetic concerns on a cellular level with heat-based radiofrequency energy to increase blood flow and remodel collagen beneath the skin.
The precisely controlled and comfortable heat emitted from the device tightens tissues internally and externally, while also decreasing dryness for improved intimate sensations. This discreet treatment requires no anesthesia or downtime, and a short series of treatments achieves significant results.
Many women find that ThermiVa offers long-lasting improvements to the overall appearance and health of their vagina. Patients often report a drastic improvement in their ability to exercise without fear of urinary leaks and enjoy increased confidence during intimacy from tightened vaginal tissues and reduced labia size.
Looking for a non-surgical mommy makeover in the Galleria and Uptown Houston area?
At Basu Aesthetics + Plastic Surgery’s Houston and Cypress locations, we offer various non-surgical mommy makeover options. We also provide a number of medical spa treatments to rejuvenate your facial appearance, such as Hydrafacial, chemical peels, Botox, and Juvéderm & Restylane dermal fillers. Our team of licensed aesthetic professionals, under the care of our board-certified Houston plastic surgeon Dr. C. Bob Basu, are specially trained in body contouring technologies and non-surgical aesthetic treatments with decades of combined experience. Learn more about our non-surgical mommy makeover options by scheduling a consultation online or calling (713) 799-2278.
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