Tummy Tuck in Ann Arbor, MI | Pierre Lapaine MD

Understanding Abdominoplasty in Michigan

Ann Arbor Plastic Surgery offers comprehensive tummy tuck procedures designed to reshape and restore the abdominal region. Whether you're experiencing post-pregnancy changes or significant weight loss, abdominoplasty provides a transformative solution for body contouring.

Benefits of Tummy Tuck Surgery

• Tightening and repair of abdominal muscles
• Removal of excess abdominal skin and fat
• Improved core strength and posture
• Enhanced body proportions

Procedure Overview

A tummy tuck involves a low horizontal incision across the pubic area, allowing surgeons to lift and redrape skin, remove excess tissue, and suture underlying muscles. The procedure creates a smoother, more contoured abdominal profile.

Standard Tummy Tuck vs. Power Tuck

Ann Arbor Plastic Surgery offers two primary abdominoplasty options:

• Standard Tummy Tuck: Focuses on skin and muscle tightening
• Power Tuck: Combines abdominoplasty with flank liposuction for comprehensive body contouring

Candidacy and Considerations

Ideal candidates are near their target weight with excess abdominal skin and weakened muscles. Patients should be in good overall health and have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes.

Recovery and Results

Typical recovery takes 4-6 weeks, with patients gradually resuming normal activities. Most individuals can return to work within 10-14 days, depending on the extent of the procedure.

Key Surgical Outcomes

• Natural, well-positioned belly button
• Low, minimally visible surgical scar
• Improved abdominal muscle structure

For more information about Tummy Tuck in Ann Arbor, MI, submit an enquiry to Pierre Lapaine MD for a personalized consultation.