The goal of having a smooth flat stomach is key for most women. However pregnancy, aging and nature tend to work against that goal. Additionally, pregnancy can be one of the most rewarding and special times in a woman’s life, yet it can also have drastic and permanent negative affects on her body. This may be especially true if she has had children in her 30’s and 40’s. It can be difficult to lose extra pounds. These extra pounds can also cause mothers to feel self-conscious, causing them to hide their bodies. Even with diet and exercise, it may be difficult to lose that last little bit of belly fat and have that smooth tight stomach of your youth.
The doctors and professional staff at Doctors Plastic Surgery in New York can help women regain a thinner, smoother, and firmer midsection with a surgical procedure known as Abdominoplasty or, more commonly called, a Tummy Tuck.
What is a Tummy Tuck / What does a Tummy Tuck do?
A tummy tuck performed at Doctors Plastic Surgery specifically addresses extra skin and fat in the lower part of the abdomen and flanks, including pregnancy stretch marks below the belly button. The Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) is designed to rejuvenate and contour the abdominal area. A Tummy Tuck also involves tightening of the abdominal muscles to reestablish a firm and flat abdomen, as well as a slimmer waist line.
How is a Tummy Tuck Performed?
A full abdominoplasty is often performed with liposculpture and typically takes under two hours to perform. Scars (always a patient concern) are carefully placed in natural skin folds in order to conceal them as much as possible. A licensed nurse routinely observes patients overnight after this procedure. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia. Recovery lasts about 1 to 2 weeks.
Many patients feel that liposuction alone can provide positive results for a smoother tummy. These patients may be ideal candidates for a Mini Tummy Tuck if Liposuction alone will not provide their desired results. A Mini Tummy Tuck is usually combined with liposuction and is designed to remove excess skin and fat from the lower portion of the abdomen. The scar is generally shorter than a full abdominoplasty and recovery is often quicker.
Also, a Tummy Tuck can be performed in conjunction with Liposculpture of the flanks, lateral and upper abdomen for an enhanced result.
All of these options are performed at Doctors Plastic Surgery with excellent results.
