An abdominoplasty, or Tummy Tuck is a procedure which improves sagging skin and loose muscle in the abdomen, both of which are very common after weight loss or pregnancy. A Tummy Tuck will often address the entire tummy, and correct the entire abdominal wall. The recovery is very similar to the Mini Tummy Tuck, and CONTINUE READING
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Q&A: What is a mini tummy tuck?
January 14, 2010
The mini tummy tuck procedure is used to remove and tighten excess, loose skin and the fascia that is only below the belly button. This procedure involves a shorter incision and sometimes a faster recovery period. This procedure can be a good option for women suffering from C-section scarring and minimal loose skin, or a CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Is it OK to get a Brazilian Butt lift and Tummy tuck at the same time?
January 2, 2010
It may be best to do these procedures separately. One reason is that you may not able to achieve optimal results since the positions you are instructed to sit/lay in during your recovery are different for the two procedures. For the Brazilian Buttock Lift, patients are advised to lay on their stomach and sides, and CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Arm lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift in one surgery?
December 31, 2009
It is generally not advisable to have these three procedures done at the same time. Combining body contouring procedures such as this, especially when they are somewhat time intensive procedures increases post-operative complications. These types of body contouring procedures are very common after a significant weight loss, but it is best to practice a bit CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Tummy tuck – do I have to reach my weight loss goal before surgery?
October 7, 2009
In every case, it is always best to reach your goal weight first, if at all possible. At the very least, get down to a weight that you know you can maintain easily. This will only make things better for you, as you will reduce the amount of revisions that may be necessary. If you CONTINUE READING
Q&A: How much weight can I lose from tummy tuck surgery?
October 5, 2009
Actual weight loss is less than you would think. A tummy tuck is performed to remove droopy extra skin, and address things like rectus muscles that have been forced apart due to pregnancy, as well as excess fat. For most patients the actual ‘weight’ loss is less than a few pounds. There are some instances CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Will I have visible scars from a tummy tuck?
September 25, 2009
Yes, unfortunately scarring is the price to be paid when you undergo surgery. In the case of a tummy tuck, similar to when a tailor removes extra fabric, a surgeon removes extra skin and scars are just a part of the tradeoff one needs to accept. A meticulous surgeon will do everything he can do CONTINUE READING
Waist Management: Is a Mini Tummy Tuck Your Best Option?
July 10, 2009
There is never a good reason to have more electric plastic surgery than you absolutely need to achieve your aesthetic goals.Don’t ever apply the old adage, “While I’m at it I might as well…”.There are several “mini” plastic surgery procedures which are tailored to correct a specific facial or body feature you wish to improve CONTINUE READING