TUMMY TUCK
Abdominoplasty
In Miami, A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a procedure that removes excess fat and skin from the stomach. In most cases, weakened and separated muscles are restored to create a smoother and firmer abdominal profile that the hottest celebrities would be jealous of!
While tummy tucks are popular for people trying to shed some excess weight, you may still have a loose or sagging abdomen even if you have an otherwise normal body weight. This can be caused by all sorts of things like aging, post-pregnancy, or a significant weight fluctuation.
Tummy tucks are not the same as liposuction, which is used to remove fat from a given area. Instead, tummy tucks require more contouring and shaping of the skin and tissue.
HOW DOES A TUMMY TUCK WORK?
Anesthesia
Making The Incision
The “Tuck”
Combining a Tummy Tuck With Other SUrgeries
Brazilian Butt Lift
Liposuction
Recovery From Tummy Tuck
What To Expect from A Tummy Tuck Consultation?
- Your medical history, including past plastic surgery procedures
- Your goals and expectations for getting a tummy tuck.
- Any current medications you’re taking or allergies to medications
Tummy Tuck FAQs
When Will I See Results Of A Tummy Tuck?
The initial results of your procedure won’t be apparent immediately because of swelling. Additionally, you won’t be able to stand upright until your wounds are fully healed, which can obscure the results.
But within the first week or two, you’ll be able to stand and see a slimmer, sleeker profile than you’ve ever had before. It should result in a flatter, firmer ab profile that looks more proportionate to your body size and weight.
Due to the size of the incision in a tummy tuck, there will likely be permanent scarring around your waistline. This will fade for the most part after a few years, and it can also easily be covered with most swimsuits or shorts.
Additionally, if you’ve undergone a cesarean, or C-section, the existing scars might actually be incorporated into the new scar.
What are the benfits of a Tummy Tuck?
Tummy tucks are great for your appearance, helping you achieve that contoured, firm abdomen that you’ve always dreamed of. But they actually have some benefits for your overall health.
For one, tummy tucks strengthen your core, which can help alleviate lower back pain and improve your posture. Plus, this can improve your flexibility and make it easier to perform certain exercises.
Also, it can make it easier to wear certain clothing items that may otherwise chafe or feel out of size. This can open up new opportunities for your wardrobe to give you more freedom of self-expression.
Not to mention, it has mental benefits like improved self-image, boosted self-confidence, and an all-around better outlook on life. Watching your body turn into its best body is an extremely satisfying thing for both you and us to see!
What are the potential risks of a Tummy Tuck?
Dr. Zach is a renowned plastic surgeon with years of clinical plastic surgery experience. You’re in good hands at PH-1, but as with any surgical procedure, there are some risks that you should know before moving forward.
One of the most common risks with this procedure, as well as other plastic surgeries, is that the end result does not look exactly how you expected. Fluctuations in weight and individual variations in the way your body responds to the skin tightening may result in unexpected results that can require subsequent procedures.
Additionally, it’s possible to feel changes in sensation in your abdomen. Repositioning your abdominal tissue can affect the nerves in this area which can result in reduced sensation or numbness. This is actually common following the procedure and should subside after a few months.
There may also be some anesthesia-related complications during the initial portion of the procedure, and it’s possible that the wound doesn’t heal as you’d hope or the visibility of your scars are more pronounced than you had hoped.
