Body Contouring · Jumeirah, Dubai
Certification
EBOPRAS · MD PhD
Licence
DHA · Dubai
Location
Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim 1
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tel:+971542002153Quick answer: Post-pregnancy body restoration addresses structural changes — muscle separation, skin excess, and breast volume loss — that diet and exercise cannot reverse. Depending on anatomy, correction may involve one procedure or a combined surgical plan. Suitability, technique, and timing are confirmed only after individual assessment.
Pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding create lasting structural changes — abdominal muscle separation, skin laxity, and breast volume loss — that persist regardless of diet and exercise. This guide explains what actually happens to the body, when surgical correction is appropriate, and how to think through your options. For the full surgical package that combines these corrections into a single operative plan — commonly known as a Mommy Makeover — see the Mommy Makeover procedure page for technique details, surgeon credentials, and consultation booking.
There is no fixed protocol — restoration is a patient-specific combination of procedures determined by anatomy, the scope of post-pregnancy changes, and recovery goals. The components most frequently involved:
Abdominoplasty repairs the separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) by suturing them back to the midline, removes excess skin and stubborn fat from the lower abdomen, and repositions the navel. This is the structural core of most post-pregnancy plans — the one component that cannot be replicated by any non-surgical approach.
The breast technique is selected based on anatomy following breastfeeding. Options include:
360-degree liposuction sculpts the waist, flanks, hips, and inner thighs — eliminating stubborn fat deposits that persist despite reaching a stable body weight.
When abdominal, breast, and contouring corrections are combined into a single operative session, this is the Mommy Makeover surgical package. Combining procedures reduces total anaesthesia exposure and recovery time compared to separate surgeries. Whether combination is appropriate — and which components are needed — is confirmed during the pre-operative consultation, not before.
Candidacy is assessed clinically on the following criteria. No responsible surgeon confirms suitability without an in-person examination.
When multiple procedures are combined into one session, recovery follows a structured timeline. Individual timelines vary based on scope of procedures, personal healing, and the post-operative protocol established at consultation.
Days 1–2
Hospital monitoring
A 1–2 night stay for initial post-operative monitoring is standard following combined procedures. Drain management and compression garment fitting begin immediately.
Week 1
Absolute rest
Complete rest is mandatory. Assistance with childcare and household tasks is required. No driving, no lifting over 2 kg, compression garment worn continuously.
Week 2
Light activity resumes
Swelling begins to ease. Most patients return to light, desk-based work by the end of week 2. Short walks permitted; no strenuous movement.
Weeks 4–6
Normal daily habits resume
Most daily activities fully resume. Strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and high-impact activities must still be avoided until cleared by Dr. Kotti at follow-up.
3–6 Months
Final results visible
Post-operative swelling fully resolves and contour stabilises. Final outcome assessment at follow-up appointment.
Physically demanding roles requiring lifting or prolonged standing typically require 4–6 weeks before return. Post-operative care instructions, compression garment protocol, and return-to-activity milestones are provided in writing at discharge.
Cost, technique selection, and the exact combination of procedures depend entirely on individual anatomy and cannot be estimated without a clinical evaluation. The Mommy Makeover procedure page covers full technique details, what determines the cost of a combined plan, and how to book a consultation with Dr. Bouraoui Kotti in Jumeirah, Dubai.
Clinical outcomes vary per patient based on anatomy, the procedures combined, and individual healing. Dr. Bouraoui Kotti's before-and-after gallery documents real patient results across tummy tuck, breast surgery, and liposuction.
Results are not guaranteed and depend on the individual case assessed at consultation. The gallery represents actual surgical outcomes, not retouched photography.
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Before & After Gallery
Dr. Bouraoui Kotti holds MD and PhD degrees and is certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS) — one of the most rigorous board credentials in the field, recognised across Europe and internationally.
He has over 20 years of international clinical experience in breast and body surgery, with practice across Europe, the USA, and the Middle East. He is the inventor of the Chignon Mastopexy, published in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (2018, PubMed) — the only peer-reviewed breast lift technique originating from a Dubai-based practice.
His practice in Jumeirah, Dubai operates under current DHA (Dubai Health Authority) licensing standards. He is a member of EBOPRAS, ISAPS (International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery), and ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons).
Certification
EBOPRAS
Experience
20+ years international
Publication
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018
Licence
DHA — Dubai Health Authority
Frequently Asked Questions
Post-pregnancy restoration is the broader clinical journey — understanding what changed in your body after pregnancy, when it's appropriate to consider surgery, and which combination of procedures applies to your anatomy. A Mommy Makeover is the specific surgical package (typically abdominoplasty, breast rejuvenation, and liposuction performed in one session) that addresses those changes. For full procedure details, technique options, and consultation booking, see the dedicated Mommy Makeover surgical page.
No. Diastasis recti (muscle separation) and excess, stretched skin are structural changes that diet and core exercise cannot reverse — and certain core exercises can worsen muscle separation by increasing intra-abdominal pressure. Surgical repair is the only method that re-approximates separated muscles and removes excess skin. Fat loss from diet and exercise remains valuable and is usually recommended before surgical planning.
Combining multiple procedures — abdominal muscle repair, breast surgery, and liposuction — in a single operative session increases surgical complexity. Board certification (such as EBOPRAS, the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery) indicates rigorous, examined training in exactly this kind of multi-procedure body contouring planning, reducing the risk of complications from combining sessions inappropriately.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual suitability, surgical techniques, recovery timelines, and outcomes vary per patient based on anatomy, medical history, and other clinical factors. A consultation with a DHA-licensed Consultant plastic surgeon is required before any surgical decision. Results are not guaranteed. About Dr. Bouraoui Kotti · Book a consultation
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