Maia Plastic Surgery: Dr. Munique Maia

05/11/2026

“I wish I had done this sooner… a lot sooner.”
That was the first thing Susan said as she saw her transformation at just 4 months post-op.

At 54 years old, Susan traveled internationally to see Dr. Munique Maia for a natural-looking mommy makeover tailored to her body and goals.

Her custom surgical plan included:
🦋Extended tummy tuck
🦋360 liposuction
🦋Mini BBL for soft, feminine curves
🦋Pubic lift (not pictured)

The result? A beautifully refreshed silhouette that still looks completely like her.

One of the details patients ask about most is Dr. Maia’s signature belly button technique, meticulously designed to create a refined, natural appearance that complements the entire result.

Most importantly, Susan says she feels confident again. Comfortable in her body again. Like herself again.

ℹ️Considering a tummy tuck or mommy makeover? Comment “BODY” and our patient coordinator will send you more information.

05/08/2026

Can you get a neck lift without a facelift? Yes, but only a select group of patients are truly candidates for an isolated neck lift.

The platysma muscle extends from the collarbone all the way up into the lower face and jawline. Because the neck and lower face are structurally connected, lifting the neck alone does not always create the most balanced or long-lasting result.
In many patients, simply tightening the neck without addressing the lower face can create tension or leave persistent heaviness along the jawline. That is why facial harmony and surgical planning are so important.

Dr. Munique Maia is known for her sophisticated, natural-looking facial rejuvenation results and tailored surgical approach. Patients travel from across the country to Maia Plastic Surgery for results that look refreshed, refined, and never overdone.

ℹ️Comment “INFO” to learn about our facial rejuvenation options and to schedule a consultation with our team.

05/08/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day from our Maia Plastic Surgery Team 💐

Moms give so much of themselves every day — their time, energy, love, and care. This weekend, we celebrate you and everything you do for your families. 💖

If you’ve been thinking about taking a little time for yourself, Mother’s Day is a beautiful reminder that self-care matters too. Whether it’s restoring confidence, refreshing your look, or simply doing something that makes you feel like your best self, we’re here to support you. ✨

Wishing all the incredible moms a joyful, relaxing, and well-deserved Mother’s Day. 🌸

05/06/2026

✨ The “Designer Belly Button”: The Small Detail That Makes a Big Difference

When it comes to a tummy tuck, most people think about a flatter stomach and tighter skin—but there’s one detail that truly defines a natural-looking result: the belly button.

Because it sits at the center of the abdomen, the shape, placement, and proportion of the belly button play a major role in how natural the final outcome appears. A well-designed navel helps create smooth, balanced results that don’t look “surgical,” but beautifully natural and refined.

In our latest blog, we discuss:
💫 Why the belly button is so important in tummy tuck surgery
💫 What makes a “natural-looking” result
💫 How surgeons carefully design this detail for each patient

👉 Read more here:

When considering a tummy tuck, most patients focus on removing excess skin or achieving a flatter abdomen. What is often overlooked, yet immediately noticeable in a final result, is the… Continue reading about The Designer Belly Button: The Detail That Defines a Natural-Looking Tummy Tuck

05/05/2026

Can you see the upper blepharoplasty scar? ☁️

Upper eyelid lift incisions are carefully placed within the natural crease of the eyelid, allowing them to heal nearly invisibly once recovered.

🦋~45 minute procedure
🦋 1-2 weeks downtime
👩‍⚕️Performed by Dr. Munique Maia, board-certified facial plastic surgeon

Just a few millimeters can refresh the entire eye area, lifting heaviness and creating a brighter, more awake look without looking overdone.

This patient is 40, shown 2.5 months after surgery.

ℹ️Want to learn more about the awake upper eyelid lift? Comment “EYES” and our patient concierge will be in touch with you.

05/04/2026

A good facelift doesn’t shout. It whispers.

49 years old. 6 weeks post-op. Seeing her before photos for the first time after facial rejuvenation with Dr. Munique Maia.

She is still healing, but the improvement is already clear. A more defined contour, restored volume, and a softer, more approachable expression. She looks like herself, just younger. The aging was rewound, not overdone.

Her concerns:�• Nasolabial folds�• Brow descent that created a tired or unapproachable look�• Volume loss throughout the face

Her surgical plan focused on restoring structure, balance, and natural expression.
🦋 Facelift�🦋 Mid brow lift�🦋 Temple lift�🦋 Fat grafting�🦋 Nanofat grafting

Performed by Dr. Munique Maia, board-certified plastic surgeon in Tysons Corner, VA.

Comment “FACE” to learn more about facelift options with Dr. Maia.

05/01/2026

One of the most common questions patients ask is:
“What happens to the belly button during a tummy tuck?”

It’s not removed or replaced. It’s redesigned.

At Maia Plastic Surgery, this detail is approached with intention. Dr. Munique Maia, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Northern Virginia, is known for her natural-looking results and sculpted tummy tucks. She refers to this refined approach as the ✨Designer Belly Button✨

The belly button remains attached throughout surgery. What changes is how it is shaped, positioned, and contoured within the abdomen. The size, depth, orientation, and subtle definition all play a role in creating a result that looks balanced and not surgical.

This level of detail is especially important for patients after pregnancy, weight loss, or aging, and is customized for every body type, whether petite or curvier.

When done well, it should never stand out. It should simply look natural.

Comment BODY to learn more about tummy tuck options and book a complimentary pre-consultation with our coordinator.

04/30/2026

This 34-year-old mother of three came to us ready to feel like herself again after pregnancy. Despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle, she was left with loose skin and core separation that couldn’t be corrected on her own.

Dr. Maia performed a tummy tuck to restore her natural shape:
☁️ Precise muscle plication to bring the core back together and create a flatter, more supported foundation
☁️Excess skin was removed with meticulous attention to detail
☁️And her signature, natural-looking “designer” belly button was created to complement the patient’s anatomy

Just three months after surgery, her results are smooth, sculpted, and beautifully natural. Her abdomen appears flatter, her waist more defined, and her core stronger, allowing her to feel confident again in her body.

Dr. Maia is a board-certified plastic surgeon in the Washington, DC area, known for delivering sculpted, athletic-looking results that restore a strong core, refined contour, and a renewed sense of confidence.

She specializes in tummy tuck results tailored to a range of body types, from softly contoured hourglass shapes to more petite, lean, and sculpted silhouettes, with each result designed to enhance the patient’s natural proportions

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04/27/2026

47-year-old, 6 weeks after surgery.

She came to Dr. Maia feeling like her face always looked tired… and even a little angry. The muscle between her brows was constantly furrowed, her upper eyelids felt heavy, and the tail of her brows had started to descend
Now at just 6 weeks, with some swelling still present, you can already see a softer, more refreshed expression. The tension between her brows is released, her eyes appear more open, and her brow position is beautifully restored. Natural-looking, balanced, and refined with well-hidden upper eyelid incisions.

Procedures:
🦋 Upper eyelid lift�🦋 Temple lift�🦋 Corrugator muscle release

We’re so happy for her and can’t wait to see her final results as she continues to heal!

Comment below for part 2 💬

04/24/2026

Skincare Masterclass with Tulsi, NP and Erin, RN at Maia Plastic Surgery