Summer is almost over, which means we're packing away our bikinis and revealing, warm weather clothing. But no matter the season or the wardrobe, we all want the perfect abdomen. Here's what you need to know about the procedure and how it will help you get rid of unwanted fat around your middle section.
Diet and exercise play a role in getting the well-toned, perfectly contoured abdomen of your dreams, but life changes such as pregnancy, menopause and the aging process can make it difficult to achieve. That's where the tummy tuck comes into play.
A tummy tuck plastic surgery procedure tightens the muscles that extend from the rib cage to the pubic bone, removing extra skin in the abdomen to craft a flat, smooth tummy area. This Procedure is often combined with the liposuction of the back and sides, as well as other areas, to enhance a patient's results.
How long is recovery time for a tummy tuck?
Typically, a patient must wait about two weeks after their surgery date before resuming some activities. Exercise and a healthy diet will help maximize the results of a tummy tuck and ensure the best recovery.
How do I decide between liposuction and a tummy tuck?
Ask a board certified plastic surgeon such as Dr. Robert Applebaum which procedure will get you the flat stomach and natural contour you desire. In some cases, a cosmetic surgeon can perform both procedures to maximize results.
Will you see the scar when I'm wearing a bathing suit or underwear?
Dr. Applebaum places the tummy tuck incision in the best spot for each patient, and the scar is concealed in a location that won't show even in low-cut jeans. Dr. Applebaum will also make incision marks before the surgery to show a patient exactly where this tiny tummy tuck scar will be located.
How much extra skin can a plastic surgeon remove during a tummy tuck?
A surgeon can remove a significant amount of extra skin to minimize stretch marks and/or the crepe effect. Patients typically describe a substantial, visible improvement over their pre-surgery shape, and are usually comfortable exposing their abdomens.
Can I have a surgery if I plan to have children in the future?
It's best to delay the surgery until after you're finished having children. However, many women choose to have liposculpture performed between their pregnancies to give them a more desirable contour.
If you're looking for a mini-tummy tucks procedure in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills or Southern California, Dr. Robert Applebaum is a trusted choice with the safest, most effective methods of performing plastic surgery procedures. He specializes in surgical and non-surgical procedures including liposuction, breast augmentation, breast implants, silicone implants, silicone breast implants, saline breast implants, saline implants, boob job, breast enhancement surgery, breast feeding with breast implants, mastopexy, breast lift, nipple inversion, breast enhancement surgery, silicone gel implants, saline implants, breast lift with breast implant placement, optimal nipple position, reduction mammoplasty, ear pinning, breast reduction, implant removal, implant replacement, capsulectomy, capsulotomy, implant encapsulation, implant hardening, nipple deformities, congenital asymmetry, Vertical Breast Lift Technique, correction of nipples, inverted nipples, gynecomastia, excessive male breast tissue, male breasts, secondary breast implant surgery, implant malposition, prominent nipples, nipple sensation, symmetry correction, silicone gel implants, asymmetry correction, surgical asymmetry, implant pocket malposition, and fillers such as Botox, Restalyne, Juvaderm, Sculptra, Radiesse and Perlane.