Tummy Tuck Raleigh, NY | Davidlan Vartan A MD

Understanding Abdominoplasty

An abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to improve abdominal contour by removing excess skin and lower abdominal fat. The procedure addresses muscle loosening (diastasis recti) resulting from pregnancy, significant weight changes, or weight loss.

Ideal Candidates for Tummy Tuck

• Patients at a stable weight
• Individuals with excess abdominal skin
• Those with weakened or separated abdominal muscles
• Patients not planning future pregnancies

Types of Abdominoplasty Procedures

Full Abdominoplasty

A comprehensive procedure involving a lower hip-to-hip incision, complete skin and fat elevation, muscle repair, and skin removal. The umbilicus is repositioned through the newly pulled skin.

Mini Abdominoplasty

Ideal for patients with minimal lower abdominal skin excess. Often combined with liposuction and muscle tightening, with minimal umbilicus repositioning.

Procedure Details

Tummy tuck surgery duration ranges from 1 to 5 hours, typically taking about 2 hours. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia with advanced pain management techniques.

Recovery Expectations

• Approximately 2 weeks off from work and moderate activities
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 6 weeks
• Compression garments used for support
• Multiple follow-up appointments scheduled

Potential Combination Procedures

Abdominoplasty can be performed alongside other procedures like breast surgeries or liposuction, often referred to as a "Mommy Makeover" when combined with breast-related surgeries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Patients often inquire about the differences between liposuction and abdominoplasty. While liposuction removes fat, a tummy tuck addresses skin excess, muscle tightening, and overall abdominal contour.

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