ABDOMINOPLASTY

It is an extensive surgery capable of life-changing transformations. Patients should be in good health, close to their ideal body weight and have realistic expectations of the surgery.

Traditional tummy tuck:

This is the most common type of tummy tuck our surgeons perform.
It is performed under general anesthesia, involves the largest incisions, which extend from hip-to-hip and involve a detour around the belly button & produces the most dramatic results.
It allows patients to remove unwanted fat and excess skin from the entire abdomen. It also gives them the opportunity to tighten and firm the underlying muscle.
It is ideal for patients who need to address a substantial amount of excess volume on both the upper and lower abdomen.
Qualified candidates for body sculpting surgery are men and women with loose abdominal skin and muscles due to massive weight loss or pregnancy.
Patients should plan to stay home from work for two weeks as patients heal & make sure there is some company available to provide physical and emotional support until they are better able to care for themselves.

Mini tummy tuck:

This is an easier, shorter and less intensive variation on traditional abdominoplasty.
It’s perfect for patients who suffer from only a very small amount of loose and excess skin.
Performed under IV sedation and local anesthesia, the surgery involves a small incision just above the pubic area. Once healed, the scar will be very minimal and easy to conceal with clothing, bathing suits or underwear.
The patients have less extensive recovery period. Most of the patients are able to resume light daily activities within two days, with a full return to work at ten days. However, they should continue to avoid strenuous exercise for at least four weeks to ensure an optimal healing process.