Tummy Tuck

WHAT IS A TUMMY TUCK?
For both women and men, sagging skin and excess fat on the stomach can feel frustrating to lose when you try to eat healthily and exercise. Significant weight loss, childbirth, and aging can impact your ability to attain a slimmer tummy. Achieving attractive results for patients, an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure that tightens the stomach area. At Body Up Medical Spa our doctors personalizes your tummy tuck so you can attain your desired results. This cosmetic treatment gives patients the opportunity to have a redefined physique and restored confidence. To learn more about how a tummy tuck can help you attain your cosmetic goals, please contact us and schedule your consultation.

IS A TUMMY TUCK FOR YOU?
At Body Up Medical Spa, we can perform abdominoplasty on both men and women. If you struggle with sagging skin or stubborn pockets of fat on the stomach, a tummy tuck can help you look slimmer and more toned. Before undergoing this treatment, We recommends being at a stable weight because it could impact your final results. It is important to realize that abdominoplasty is not a weight loss procedure; instead, it focuses on loose skin and tightening the muscles. We may incorporate liposuction to eliminate fat and to enhance your results. However, if your lower stomach has healthy skin tightness, but you still feel unhappy with the appearance of your tummy, you may be a better candidate for liposuction. For long-lasting results, women considering this treatment should be past pregnancy.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A TUMMY TUCK?
Small fat pockets and loose skin can be frustrating and make you feel embarrassed about your middle. You may avoid going to the beach or pool or wearing your favorite items of clothing. Hanging skin around the abdomen can also cause issues with chafing and rashes. A tummy tuck can help you achieve a slimmer stomach by targeting these specific problem areas directly. Patients also find it easier to exercise or perform other physical activities with a flatter belly. Allow us to restore your body's natural form and function by scheduling a consultation.

SURGICAL TECHNIQUE
We perform tummy tuck surgery with general anesthesia. Before your procedure, our Doctors will consider various incision techniques, which he tailors to meet your needs. To start, the incision size is determined based on the amount of excess skin. Some patients with an abundance of sagging skin may require a full tummy tuck. A full or extended tummy tuck places the incision from hip to hip, just on top of the pubic area. Patients who have minimal skin laxity may only need a mini tummy tuck. These patients still benefit from skin tightening, but they have a smaller scar. Regardless of the technique, all tummy tuck procedures at Body Up Medical Spa involve body contouring and liposuction.

WHAT TO EXPECT
After completing your surgery, we will carefully monitor you and send you home in a compression garment to assist with swelling. Standing upright and walking may feel painful for a while so you should take it easy for a few days. Resuming normal movement becomes less painful once the abdominal muscles adjust and the incision heals. Most patients can resume their normal routines in around two weeks. Generally, workouts can restart in around eight weeks or when our providers lets you know. The abdomen will feel sore and tight, but you will look and feel normal after recovering.

TUMMY TUCK FAQ
How much does a tummy tuck cost?
During your initial consultation, our Doctors will develop your unique treatment plan based on your specific needs and goals before estimating costs. They will be able to better estimate your costs when the type of tummy tuck has been decided, which technique will be used, what anesthesia is needed, and other factors. To ensure you get high-quality results from a skilled surgeon, Body Up Medical Spa makes it easier to afford your tummy tuck by taking many payment methods and giving you information on low-interest medical financing.

What type of tummy tuck should I get?
There are three most common techniques for tummy tucks: full, mini, and extended. During your consultation, We will listen to your needs and goals before examining your stomach. Then, he can better decide the technique that will produce your best results. A full tummy tuck is good if you want to fix issues in the lower and upper stomach, while a mini tummy tuck is better if you only have concerns under your belly button, like a "pooch." The extended technique can improve the abdomen plus your upper thighs and hips. What will my scars look like? Surgical incisions for your tummy tuck will vary based on which type you are getting. For all tummy tucks, We uses the thinnest incisions needed to limit scars. Also we places incisions in less visible areas (through the belly button or in the pubic region), so they may be hidden by underwear or a swimsuit. Following your tummy tuck, it is important to adhere to your scar management instructions, so your incisions heal properly and eventually blend into your natural skin.

Is it okay to get pregnant after a tummy tuck?
While you can still get pregnant after an abdominoplasty, it will likely affect your results. Our Doctors strongly encourages that you be done with planned pregnancies and childbirth before you consider an abdominoplasty. If you do become pregnant after a tummy tuck, a second surgery may be done to refresh your stomach.

Can I combine a tummy tuck with another surgery?
A lot of patients get another body surgery with abdominoplasty to give them more dramatic results. At your consultation with our providers, talk to them about all of your concerns so a unique treatment plan can be developed to match your aesthetic goals. You might combine a tummy tuck with a thighplasty for a lower body lift or several areas for all over body contouring. If you want to rejuvenate your body after having children or losing a lot of weight, you may be a good candidate for a mommy makeover or after weight loss surgery.

TUMMY TUCKS
Many factors can create a sagging stomach, which causes loose and wrinkled skin. We understand it can feel frustrating to try and reduce these problems with diet and exercise. A tummy tuck can help you attain your desired results. If you feel embarrassed by saggy skin on your abdomen, regardless of the severity, a tummy tuck at Body Up Medical Spa can help you get the body you want. Please contact Body Up Medical Spa to schedule an appointment, receive a treatment plan, and learn more about the cost.