Body Procedures

Liposuction Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Liposuction

Who is a Candidate?

  • If you have excess subcutaneous fat, which is resistant to diet and exercise.
  • If you wish to change the contours of your body. Commonly involved areas are the abdomen, hips, thighs, inner knees, and under the chin.
  • Most patients are near normal weight.

Intended results

  • A permanent improvement in the contour and proportion of the treated areas.
  • A more flattering figure or physique, in or out of clothing.

How is it Done?

  • The procedure is done on an outpatient basis usually under general anesthesia.
  • Small suction tubes (cannulas) are inserted through very small incisions, which are placed in inconspicuous locations near the fat deposits. The excess fat is removed through these cannulas.

Recuperation and Healing

  • The patient goes home with a compression garment covering the treated areas. It is advised that this garment be worn for several weeks as it helps reduce swelling and helps achieve the final result more quickly.
  • Initial discomfort is controlled with oral medication.
  • Bruising and swelling usually subside in 2-4 weeks. The final result takes shape in 2-3 months.

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Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Who is a Candidate?

  • If you have loose or sagging abdominal wall skin frequently associated with abnormal relaxation of the anterior wall muscles (frequently from multiple pregnancies or prior surgery).
  • If you are unable to tighten the abdominal wall skin with exercise.

Intended Result

  • A smoother flatter abdomen.

How is it Done?

  • The procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
  • A horizontal incision is made just above the pubic area. A second incision is made to free the navel from surrounding tissue.
  • The skin is separated from the abdominal wall all the way up to the ribs and a large skin flap is lifted to reveal the vertical muscles. The muscles are tightened and stitched together.
  • The skin flap is then stretched down and the extra skin is removed. A new hole is cut for the navel, which is then stitched in place.
  • The length of the horizontal scar depends on the amount of skin removed.

Recuperation and Healing

  • One to three days of assistance at home is usually indicated.
  • Initial discomfort is managed with oral medication.
  • You will be encouraged to be moving and walking within 1-2 days.
  • Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. Aerobic activity will not be comfortable for about 6 weeks.

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