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Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck): Transforming Your Abdominal Profile

Before and after images of abdominoplasty
Understanding Abdominoplasty
Also known as a Tummy Tuck, abdominoplasty is a major surgical procedure aimed at reshaping your abdomen. It involves removing excess skin and fat, and tightening abdominal muscles, to achieve a more toned and contoured midsection.

Results and Key Considerations
  • Visible Change: Significantly reduces the protrusion of the abdomen, offering a flatter, firmer profile.
  • Scarring: Expect a permanent scar, potentially extending from hip to hip.
  • Consider Timing:
    • Postpone if planning significant weight loss.
    • Delay if considering future pregnancies.
​Ideal Candidates for Tummy Tuck
  • Individuals in good health, seeking abdominal reshaping.
  • Beneficial for those with resistant fat deposits or loose skin.
  • Effective for women post-multiple pregnancies or older patients with reduced skin elasticity.
  • Previous surgeries? Discuss with Dr. Weiss for tailored advice.
Pre-Surgery: Personalized Consultation
Charting Your Unique Path
  • Initial Evaluation: Assessing your health, fat deposits, and skin tone.
  • Tailored Options: Mini-tummy tuck for concerns below the navel or a combination with liposuction.
  • Informative Discussions: Dr. Weiss explains anesthesia, procedure, and costs.
  • Insurance Check: Abdominoplasty typically not covered by health insurance.
Before and after images of abdominoplasty
​The Abdominoplasty Procedure
Complete Abdominoplasty
  • Duration: 2-5 hours.
  • Incisions: From hipbone to hipbone, plus around the navel.
  • Process: Skin and muscle tightening, navel repositioning.
  • Recovery: Dressings, possible drainage tube.
Partial Abdominoplasty
  • Shorter, often not affecting the navel.
  • Skin stretched, excess removed.
Muscle Tightening and Contouring
  • Surgeon lifts skin to tighten abdominal muscles, enhancing waistline.
Post-Surgery Care: Journey to Recovery
  • Initial Care: Dressings, drainage tubes, and guidance on personal care.
  • Recovery Timeline: Stitches removal in stages; full recovery varies.
  • Back to Routine: Work resumption in 2-4 weeks; gradual exercise introduction.
  • Scar Management: Scars mature over 9-12 months, becoming less noticeable.
Embracing Long-Term Results​
​Abdominoplasty offers significant improvements for the right candidates. Maintain results with a healthy lifestyle. Set realistic expectations, and be prepared for the recovery process and scarring as part of your transformative journey.

​Ready to Explore Your Abdominoplasty Options?

Contact Dr. Weiss for a personalized consultation and take the first step towards your abdominal transformation.
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  • Home
  • About
  • Services
    • Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
    • BOTOX Cosmetic
    • Liposuction
    • Dermabrasion
    • Breast Procedures
    • Earlobe Repair (Split, Torn, Gauge)
    • Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
    • Keloid - Ear - Scar Revision
    • Facial Cosmetic Surgery
    • Eyelid Surgery
    • Hand Surgery
    • Carpal Tunnel
    • Rhinoplasty
    • Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Vein Sclerosing
  • Reviews
  • Contact
    • questions @ dralanweiss.com
  • 410-COSMETI / 410-761-1743
  • Blog