What Is a Tummy Tuck?
A tummy tuck is an advanced and customizable cosmetic surgical procedure that can transform the midsection. During the procedure, the surgeon removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and will also tighten the underlying muscles as needed. This procedure is an effective option for patients who have gone through one or more pregnancies.
It’s also ideal for those who have lost significant weight and want a more contoured and defined abdomen but can’t achieve their goals with dieting and exercise alone. We offer a mini abdominoplasty, which targets the lower portion of the abdomen, and a full abdominoplasty, which contours the entire midsectio
Extended Abdominoplasty
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Fleur De Lis Abdominoplasty
We also offer the Fleur De Lis abdominoplasty. This more extensive tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area and targets the area above the belly button. Patients with excess skin vertically and horizontally can benefit from this procedure. Those who have lost significant weight and have excess skin can benefit from this procedure, as it’s designed to contour the area, tighten the skin, and remove stubborn fat
Preparing for Your Procedure
Once we customize your treatment plan, we’ll provide you with detailed pre-operative instructions that you’ll need to follow to ensure you’re ready for the procedure.
These instructions may include following certain guidelines regarding dietary adjustments, medications, and lifestyle modifications and completing any necessary medical testing or evaluations before the procedure. We’ll walk with you every step of the way and ensure that you are ready for your surger
Your Procedure
You can rest assured that our skilled surgical team will make every effort to prioritize your safety and comfort during this procedure. Once you receive the anesthesia, the surgeon will make an incision in the lower abdominal area, typically between the hip bones. The incision is usually horizontal, and its length can vary depending on your surgical treatment plan and how many corrective measures the surgeon will need to take.
After making the incision, the surgeon will remove excess skin and fat from the area, tighten the abdominal muscles if necessary, and reposition the remaining skin to ensure a smooth, flat, and contoured midsection. Hi-def liposuction will be performed as needed to redefine the waistline, flanks, and abdominal area.
Your Recovery
Once your procedure is over, our team will monitor you in our recovery area. You’ll receive detailed instructions about aftercare, including caring for the incisions site, how to manage any discomfort after your procedure, and when you can gradually resume your normal daily activities. It’s important that you follow all of the post-operative guidelines to ensure the best surgical outcome and quick and healthy recovery.
Follow-Up Visits
During your recovery, we’ll schedule several follow-up appointments, during which you’ll meet with our plastic surgeon, who will monitor your progress and ensure that you’re healing well. During these follow-up appointments, you’ll be able to address any concerns, and our surgeon will assess how you’re healing and make any necessary adjustments to your aftercare plan.
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Enjoying Your Results
During your recovery, you’ll start to see the gradual transformation of your abdominal area. A tummy tuck is designed to deliver long-lasting results, and you can ensure the longevity of your results by living a healthy lifestyle, eating a healthy and balanced diet, and getting regular exercise.
Doing so will ensure that you maximize and sustain your results. Weight gain or pregnancy after the procedure can negatively affect your results, which is why we recommend that patients reach their goal weight before the procedures and that they’re done having children
What Are the Benefits?
Patients who undergo a tummy tuck can expect a custom-tailored procedure that will remove excess fat and skin from their midsection and accomplish what the healthiest diet and a regular exercise regimen cannot. Some other benefits include the following:
- Tighter muscles
- Improved definition
- Tighter skin
- A flatter midsection
- Reduced abdominal fat
- Improved body contours
- Long-lasting results
What To Expect
The first step in this process is your initial consultation. When you come into our clinic, one of our experienced plastic surgeons will meet with you to learn more about your treatment goals and medical history. He will also assess your midsection to make the right surgical recommendations. Once he confirms that this procedure is right for you, he can customize your treatment plan and provide you with information about preparing for the procedure.
Choosing the Right Procedure
We offer different versions of the tummy tuck to meet our patients’ needs, including extended and Fleur De Lis abdominoplasty. When you come in for your consultation, we can give you more details about each option after evaluating your midsection and then make treatment recommendations.