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Los Angeles Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Los Angeles Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) in general:

Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a surgical procedure that is used to remove excess skin
and fat from the abdominal area. In some people the abdomen may be protruding due to
stretched abdominal wall muscles.
In these patients, in addition to removing excess skin and fat, the abdominal wall (muscles
and fascia) is tightened. This results in a flatter appearing abdomen
with a better defined waist.

Before surgery

After surgery

Who benefits Los Angeles, Glendale abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)?
   -     Patients with stretched abdominal skin and excess fat. Many of these patients state that they tried exercising and dieting with no improvement in the appearance of the abdomen.

   -     Patients who after losing weight have a significant amount of loose skin that does not shrink.

   -      Women after pregnancy with excess fat in the abdominal area and stretched / protruding abdomen which does not improve with exercises.

    -    Patients with stretch marks in the lower abdomen with loose skin.


How is Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) performed?

   We place an incision in the lower abdomen so that it is hidden within your underwear.
   The length of the incision depends on the amount of skin and fat that
   needs to be removed. In some patients, mini-abdominoplasty (mini-tummy tuck)
   can be done using a shorter incision. During your consultation, we evaluate the amount of
   skin and fat excess to be removed. We will draw the location and likely length of the
   incision on you or on your pictures (as you prefer).
   Some patients with fat excess but good skin quality may benefit from liposuction alone.

   During surgery, the abdominal skin is elevated and pulled down. Skin excess is then

   removed. The abdominal muscles and fascia are tightened if they are weak.

Is abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) safe?

   Any surgical procedure carries risks of complications. We   will discuss each complication

   with you during your   consultation. Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is performed very
   commonly and most people recover with no complication. Of the complications that do
   occur, most are minor and can be treated effectively. We utilize up-to-date knowledge and
   technology to minimize your risk of complications. We will also ask you to follow careful

   preoperative and postoperative instructions to further minimize the risk of having
   complications.   We will discuss these with you in detail during your consultation. Some
   of the most important things you can do to reduce your risk of having complications is not
   to smoke at least a month   before surgery and two months after surgery.
   Also avoid medications and herbal supplements that may increase your risk of
   bleeding. We will review all of your   medications with you during your consultation   and
   will advise which   medications would need to be held.

What is recovery like after abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)?
   In Los Angeles, Glendale some patients after abdominoplasty prefer to stay in the

   hospital overnight. You will have small drainage tubes placed under the skin   to prevent
   fluid collections under the skin. These tubes will be removed once their output
   decreases (usually within 7-10 days). You will be able to walk the same day. We will ask

   you to wear an abdominal binder for support for several weeks. We use mostly
   absorbable sutures that do not need to be removed. You will notice results immediately.
   Over the next couple of months the swelling will resolve. You may start lifting heavier
   objects after 6-8 weeks.