A whopping 86% of moms believe they look less attractive after giving birth and 62% would consider plastic surgery if cost weren't an issue, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. It's no wonder the mommy makeover has grown in popularity. Here's everything you should know about some of the most common procedures.
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Lips
Lip enhancement procedures range from $500 to up to $2,000. There are fillers made of natural or synthetic material, which are temporary and require maintenance every couple of months. Lip vermillion advancement and implants are permanent solutions to accentuate the lips.
Butt lift
This procedure is a quick fix to getting those squats done. The procedure costs approximately $10,500 and the recovery process takes a couple of weeks.
Butt augmentation
In 2013, butt augmentations became the most requested cosmetic procedure. The most popular technique is called fat grafting, which is a fat transfer from the stomach, thigh or back to the cheeks. The procedure ranges from $10,000 to up to $20,000.
Breast lift
Technically known as mastopexy surgery, this procedure is ideal for the reshaping of saggy breasts. The operation can cost as low as $3,000 or as high as $12,000. It takes one to two hours to perform and up to six weeks to recover.
Eye lift
With age, the skin around the eyes become droopy and weighs down. The average cost for an eye lift is about $3,000. Bruising and swelling will occur and stitches will be removed in three to four days, if used.
Tummy tuck
Tummy tucks are the easy way to remove unwanted excess fat and form tightness around the abdomen area. The average cost is about $6,000 and it takes about three weeks to recover.
Breast augmentation
Breast implants is the second most popular cosmetic procedure in the U.S. The most popular implant material used is saline, but silicone is also an option. It takes about a week to recover and will run you approximately $5,000.
Liposuction
This procedure is only ideal if you're slightly above average weight. The surgeon has to insert fluid into the fat to extract it. The invasive operation only takes between two to five days to recover.
Leg lift
This procedure, also known as thighplasty, is a quick fix for saggy skin in the outer or inner leg area. Results last up to ten years and the surgery costs about $4,600.
Vaginal rejuvenation
After having kids, the skin down there stretches over time so it's no wonder this is part of the mommy makeover. This operation, also known as vulvaplasty or labiaplasty, reshapes the skin and makes it tighter. It can cost upwards of $10,000.
