Is a tummy tuck right for you?

Most men and women agree that the abdominal area is one area of the body they wish they could improve. So often, the sagging, excess skin and stubborn fat are resistant to diet and exercise alone. A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, can help you achieve the flat tummy you’ve always wanted. How do you know if you’re a good candidate for surgery? Read on to learn more about this popular surgical procedure.

Pregnancy

After pregnancy and childbirth, women notice that their abdominal areas are less likely to bounce back. A tummy tuck can remove the excess skin and fat pockets and tighten your stretched or separated abdominal muscles.

Weight Loss

Men and women who have experienced significant weight loss will find that the abdominal area is the one area they can’t correct with diet and exercise. A tummy tuck not only improves the contour of the body, but it helps for functional reasons as well. Excess skin can cause challenges with clothing, mobility and cause skin rashes.

Aging

In addition to weight fluctuations, aging causes the skin to sag and not bounce back, which makes a tummy tuck a great option for patients as they age.

Multiple Procedures

Patients who come in for consultation often want to tackle many concerns, not just the abdominal area. Many women opt for what’s called a “Mommy Makeover,” which combines a tummy tuck with breast enhancement and liposuction. The appeal to this all-in-one surgery means a single recovery rather than multiple separate ones.

Results and recovery

A tummy tuck is a plastic surgery procedure with high patient satisfaction. Results will be apparent immediately after surgery and will continue to get better as the swelling goes away over time. You will be hunched over right after surgery but will straighten out in a week or two and see your results as well.

Results from a tummy tuck can last for several years with a healthy diet and exercise program to maintain results. To learn more about tummy tuck surgery and whether you’d be a candidate, set up a consultation at Dominion Plastic Surgery by calling (703) 544-8971 today.