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Mommy Makeover in San Diego

A combination of procedures performed in one operation to address the abdominal and breast changes that follow pregnancy, most commonly a tummy tuck with a breast lift or augmentation. Compare San Diego clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in San Diego

$15,000–$30,000

per procedure · USD

A general range for San Diego, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Mommy Makeover surgeons in San Diego

Plastic surgeons in San Diego who list mommy makeover among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre in San Diego

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre

San Diego

4.9 (678) · Google

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 678 Google reviews, performing 27 tracked procedures.

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Jet Medical Tourism® in San Diego

Jet Medical Tourism®

San Diego

4.9 (385) · Google

Jet Medical Tourism® is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 385 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Belladerma Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care Center in San Diego

Belladerma Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care Center

San Diego

4.9 (323) · Google

Financing available

Belladerma Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care Center is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 323 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa in San Diego

Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa

San Diego

4.9 (264) · Google

Financing available

Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 264 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

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Charlie Chen, M.D. in San Diego

Charlie Chen, M.D.

San Diego

5.0 (140) · Google

Financing available

Charlie Chen, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 5 stars across 140 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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About Mommy Makeover

A combination of procedures performed in one operation to address the abdominal and breast changes that follow pregnancy, most commonly a tummy tuck with a breast lift or augmentation.

Sessions

One combined operation, results long lasting at stable weight with no further pregnancies

Downtime

3 to 4 weeks off work, 8 weeks before full exercise, help at home essential for the first 2 weeks

Good candidate

People who have finished having children, are at a stable weight, are in good health, and have realistic expectations about a longer recovery than any single procedure

  • One anesthesia, one recovery, instead of two or three separate operations
  • Costs less than staging the same procedures separately
  • Addresses abdomen and breasts together, which is how the changes usually occur
  • Muscle repair often restores core function as well as appearance
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At a glance

Mommy Makeover in San Diego: the numbers

24 plastic surgery practices in the San Diego area list mommy makeover. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 24 with Google reviews hold 4,304 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 14 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: San Diego (18), Del Mar (2), La Jolla (2), Coronado (1), La Mesa (1).
  • 2 of 24 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What San Diego mommy makeover practices state about themselves

What 15 San Diego practices that list mommy makeover say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 8 of 15 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 3 of 15 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 15 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 2 of 15 state a free consultation
  • 1 of 15 mention financing
  • Languages practices say they speak: Mandarin (1), Spanish (1)
  • 7 of 15 show before-and-after photos on their site

In their words

Sadrian Plastic Surgery, Laser & Skin Care Institute of San DiegoThe general approach to Dr. Sadrian's mommy makeover procedures includes a combination of surgical procedures, focusing on the breasts, waistline, and general body sculpting.
Charlie Chen, M.D.Mommy makeovers are performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. The procedure can take between two to four hours, depending on the type of procedure performed.
Robert Kearney, MD, FACSWomen with stretched abdominal skin and muscles, excess fat deposits in certain areas of the body, and sagging breasts are good candidates for a mommy makeover.
Ranch & Coast Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul ChasanAnother benefit of a mommy makeover is that you can have several procedures completed at one time, which reduces the cost and recovery time of having each procedure done separately. Ranch & Coast Plastic Surgery is one of the only San Diego cosmetic surgery centers to offer an overnight stay.
Gupta Plastic SurgeryYour mommy makeover will be performed under general anesthesia in a fully accredited surgery center or hospital
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Robert Kearney, MD, FACSOf course, the duration of your particular mommy makeover will depend on which procedures you choose to have. The actual surgery can take from as little as four hours to as many as eight.
Gupta Plastic SurgeryRecovery after your mommy makeover will take time, but every week brings noticeable progress. Most patients need two to three weeks to focus on rest and healing.
Coastal Plastic SurgeonsA San Diego Mommy Makeover procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. Your doctor will make the necessary incisions and proceed with the surgeries as determined by your individual treatment plan.Labiaplasty can be combined with other procedures, such as breast augmentation , liposuction , or tummy tuck surgery , as part of a Mommy Makeover .
Evolve Aesthetic SurgeryA Mommy Makeover is a combination of procedures designed to help mothers return to their pre-maternal figures.During mommy makeover surgery, you can expect to undergo a comprehensive series of procedures tailored to address your specific concerns and goals. Once you are placed under general anesthesia, our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Hess, will make incisions strategically placed to minimize visible scarring
Center for Cosmetic Surgery: Sassan Alavi, MDGenerally, we suggest a Mommy Makeover to those who have finished having children and have waited a significant amount of time after their last childbirth to allow their body to return to its normal weight.
Changes Plastic Surgery & SpaThe Mommy Makeover is a set of procedures designed to restore your body to its pre-pregnancy appearance.Ideal Mommy Makeover candidates are healthy, non-smoking women who are at a stable postpartum weight and are done bearing children. We recommend that you finish breastfeeding before exploring Mommy Makeover options.
Golden Triangle Facial Plastic SurgeryThe best time for a Mommy Makeover is after childbearing is complete. Patients can still have the procedure if they desire more children in the future, but the results achieved may be reversed after a subsequent pregnancy.The best candidates for a Mommy Makeover are physically healthy and close to their goal weight.
Dr. Jordan KaplanWhen it comes to the mommy makeover procedure, a breast lift is often a crucial component in achieving the desired results.
FAQ

Mommy Makeover in San Diego: common questions

How much does Mommy Makeover cost in San Diego?

Mommy Makeover generally runs $15,000–$30,000 per procedure, and each San Diego clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed San Diego clinics for a personalized quote.

When will I see results from Mommy Makeover?

Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. San Diego providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.

How often should I get Mommy Makeover?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most San Diego providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.

What is actually included?

There is no fixed definition, which is why quotes vary so widely. Most commonly it means a tummy tuck plus either a breast lift, a breast augmentation, or both, frequently with liposuction of the flanks. Some patients add other procedures. Because the term is marketing rather than a defined operation, insist on an itemized quote listing exactly which procedures are included before comparing prices between surgeons.

How much does it cost?

Nationally, $15,000 to $30,000 depending on which procedures are combined, including surgeon, anesthesia, and facility. That is meaningfully less than staging the same operations separately, because anesthesia and facility time are paid once rather than two or three times. Ask what a revision would cost and whether the quote includes garments and follow-up visits.

Is combining procedures safe?

It can be, with the right patient and the right limits. The relevant factors are total operating time, your general health, and the surgeon's judgment about how much to do at once. Longer operations carry higher risk of blood clots and other complications, which is why many surgeons cap combined cases at around six hours and screen carefully. A surgeon who declines to combine everything you asked for is exercising judgment, not being unhelpful.

When should I have it?

After you have finished having children, and once your weight has been stable for several months. Most surgeons also want you at least six months past breastfeeding so breast tissue has settled to its final state. Having it before a future pregnancy generally means undoing the abdominal repair, so the financial logic favors waiting.

How bad is the recovery honestly?

Harder than any single procedure, and the part patients most consistently underestimate. Expect two weeks where you genuinely cannot lift your children, three to four weeks before returning to work, and eight weeks before full exercise. Arrange help before surgery rather than assuming you will manage. The patients who struggle most are those who tried to run a household in week one.

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