Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) & Mommy Makeover

Dr. Rapaport performs abdominoplasty as a standalone procedure and as the centerpiece of a Mommy Makeover — a customized combination surgery reversing the physical effects of pregnancy and breastfeeding. The Mommy Makeover typically combines a tummy tuck and liposuction with breast lift or augmentation, and can include facial rejuvenation. Initial downtime is one to two weeks, with full recovery over several weeks. All procedures are tailored to individual anatomy and goals.

Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and Mommy Makeover surgery at Park Avenue Plastic Surgery in New York City offer patients a path to restoring abdominal contour and breast shape following pregnancy, significant weight loss, or the natural aging process. Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Abdominoplasty removes excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen and tightens the rectus abdominis muscles, which often separate (diastasis recti) during pregnancy. Dr. Rapaport's approach incorporates liposuction for comprehensive contouring and uses internal sutures for a smooth, firm result. A full abdominoplasty addresses the entire lower abdomen from hip to hip; a mini-abdominoplasty targets tissue below the navel only, appropriate for patients with limited laxity. The procedure is often combined with liposuction of the flanks and waist for circumferential improvement. Mommy Makeover: This customized combination procedure is designed for women who have completed their family and wish to address multiple post-pregnancy changes in a single operation — minimizing total recovery time compared to staging procedures separately. A typical combination includes tummy tuck + liposuction + breast lift or augmentation. Patients with concerns about facial aging may add facial rejuvenation procedures such as a facelift or eyelid surgery. Dr. Rapaport's consultation process involves a thorough discussion of personal goals, health history, and realistic outcomes, resulting in a procedure plan tailored to each individual. Candidates are adults at a stable weight who are non-smokers, in good general health, and not planning future pregnancies. Pregnancy after a tummy tuck can compromise results and is a key factor discussed at consultation. Recovery: Initial downtime is one to two weeks; a compression garment supports healing; most patients return to light activity and work within two weeks and resume full activity over the following several weeks. The 5th Avenue Manhattan practice serves patients from throughout New York City — all five boroughs — as well as Westchester, Long Island, and northern New Jersey.