Genetics, aging, pregnancy, and weight loss are all contributing factors to a loose and unattractive abdominal contour.
Excess skin and weak abdominal muscles may be preventing you from having a youthful, toned abdomen. Often, these abdominal troubles are resistant to correction through diet and exercise. Tummy tuck surgery is designed to restore firmness to the abdominal region and create attractive new contours.
A more toned abdomen
Smooth abdominal skin
Slimmer waist contours
Enhanced abdominal definition
Improves the contours of the lower abdomen
Ideal for patients with good skin elasticity, minimal sagging skin, and minor fat deposits on their abdomen and flanks
Can be performed using local anesthesia
The incision is placed below the bikini line
Small to medium fat deposits on the abdomen and flanks are removed
Excess skin below the navel is removed
Patients can return to work within two weeks
Normal physical activities can be resumed after three weeks
Improves the contours of the entire abdominal area
Ideal for patients after pregnancy or weight loss
The incision runs from hip to hip discreetly below the bikini line
Skin is separated from the abdominal wall, and the underlying muscles are sutured together
The belly button remains intact during most standard tummy tucks, and the skin is adjusted around it
Patients can return to work within two weeks
Normal physical activities can be resumed after four weeks
Improves the contours of the lower back, hips, and abdomen
Can also improve the appearance of loose thigh skin and cellulite
Typically performed on patients who have undergone major weight loss or bariatric surgery
Incisions are more extensive and can run from the back of the hip (upper buttock) on each side all the way around the front or around the whole waist.
Inverted “T” or transverse “H” incisions can be used to eliminate the need for any posterior incisions during surgery
Patients can return to work within two to three weeks
Normal physical activities can be resumed after six weeks
Designed to treat patients with upper abdominal sagging
This technique is reserved only for qualifying patients, which is determined after an extensive consultation
Incisions are placed under the breasts rather than on the abdomen
Removes tissue from just below the breasts down to the belly button
Tightens the midline abdominal muscles
Pulls the remaining skin upward for a smoother, toned appearance
Patients can return to work within two weeks
Normal physical activities can be resumed after six weeks
Liposuction can be combined with your tummy tuck to help improve the contours of your body. Liposuction removes fat from stubborn, troublesome areas such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, and back. On its own, liposuction may leave loose, excess skin. When combined with a tummy tuck, liposuction can eliminate the fat necessary to slim your figure and restore firmness to the abdomen. Combining both techniques into a one-time procedure saves both recovery time and money.
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