Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Charlottesville, VA | Raymond Morgan, MD

Understanding Tummy Tuck Surgery

The plastic surgery specialists at Raymond Morgan, MD perform abdominoplasty in Charlottesville to help patients attain firm abdominal contours. These world-class surgeons combine evidence-based surgical techniques with extensive experience to ensure safe surgery and natural-looking outcomes.

Who Benefits from a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck is ideal for individuals who have:

• Loose or sagging abdominal skin after significant weight loss
• Stretched abdominal muscles from pregnancy
• Persistent fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise
• Desire to restore a firm, youthful midsection

Types of Tummy Tuck Procedures

Raymond Morgan, MD offers personalized abdominoplasty techniques tailored to individual patient needs:

• Traditional Tummy Tuck: Comprehensive muscle repair and skin tightening
• Mini Tummy Tuck: Limited skin and muscle correction for minimal concerns
• Extended Tummy Tuck: Addresses excess skin around the entire abdomen

Surgical Procedure Details

Tummy tuck surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. The surgeon carefully separates abdominal skin, repairs stretched muscles, removes excess skin, and repositions the navel for natural-looking results.

Recovery and Expectations

Patients can expect:

• Initial recovery period of 1-3 weeks
• Gradual return to normal activities
• Use of advanced pain management techniques
• Potential use of surgical drains to optimize healing

Complementary Procedures

Tummy tuck surgery can be combined with other body contouring procedures such as:

• Liposuction
• Breast augmentation
• Mommy makeover procedures

For more information about Tummy Tuck in Charlottesville, VA, submit an enquiry to Raymond Morgan, MD.