Abdominoplasty Little Rock, AZ | Melanie Prince, MD

Understanding Abdominoplasty

Tummy tuck surgery, or abdominoplasty, is a specialized surgical procedure designed to address loose skin and excess fat in the midsection. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Melanie Prince offers personalized tummy tuck procedures to help patients achieve a flatter, firmer abdominal profile.

Reasons for Tummy Tuck Surgery

• Significant weight loss resulting in loose abdominal skin
• Post-pregnancy skin stretching and muscle separation
• Diastasis recti correction for improved muscle structure

Benefits of Abdominoplasty

• Enhanced abdominal muscle tone
• Improved body confidence
• Restored pre-pregnancy physique
• Smaller, more contoured waistline

Surgical Procedure Details

Dr. Prince performs tummy tuck surgery as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. The surgical approach includes strategic incision placement, typically below the bikini line, to minimize visible scarring. The procedure involves removing excess skin, potentially using liposuction, and repairing separated abdominal muscles.

Recovery and Results

Patients can expect a gradual recovery process with specific activity restrictions for six weeks. Most swelling subsides within three months, with final results becoming apparent around six months post-surgery. Patients report high satisfaction rates with the procedure's transformative outcomes.

Candidacy for Tummy Tuck

Ideal candidates are individuals at a stable weight seeking to address loose skin or muscle separation. Tummy tuck is not a weight loss procedure but a body contouring solution for patients maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Potential Considerations

• Not a weight loss alternative
• Requires stable weight maintenance
• Best suited for patients with realistic expectations

For more information about Tummy Tuck in Little Rock, AZ, submit an enquiry to Melanie Prince, MD.