Tummy Tucks South Jersey – Premier Plastic Surgery Arts Abdominoplasty

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Plastic Surgery

You may be a candidate for a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) if you have loose or sagging abdominal wall skin that is frequently associated with abnormal relaxation of the anterior abdominal wall muscles (often secondary to multiple pregnancies or prior surgery). You may also desire a tummy tuck if you are unable to tighten your abdominal wall skin with exercise. A tummy tuck is intended to give the patient a smoother, flatter abdomen.

The Tummy Tuck Procedure

See More Patient Photos

The tummy tuck procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia either within the hospital or in an outpatient setting. (Mini abdominoplasties can be performed under sedation and local anesthesia.)

• Mini abdominoplasty tightens the lower abdominal wall skin only (shortest scar).
• Standard abdominoplasty tightens all of the abdominal wall skin (standard scar).
• Extended abdominoplasty tightens the abdomen and the flanks or sides (longest scar extending around the flanks onto lower back.)

Recovery from a Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty was formerly one of the more uncomfortable plastic surgery procedures, often requiring one to three days of hospitalization or skilled nursing care. With the advent of temporary disposable analgesic pumps, the tummy tuck procedure is now one of the LEAST uncomfortable procedures in plastic surgery. The procedure usually takes 2 to 2 1/2 hours to perform in a same day surgery setting. Light to moderate activity is comfortable in 10 to 14 days. Sports will not be comfortable for about 5 to 6 weeks.

See Tummy Tuck Patient Photos

Additional procedures that may enhance the result of a tummy tuck are Liposuction, Breast Procedures, or a Thigh Lift.

Occasionally, if the abdominoplasty is being performed for medical reasons, the tummy tuck procedure may be partially covered by insurance. Usually, the patient is responsible for payment. The specific risks and the suitability of abdominoplasty for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications with a tummy tuck are unusual.

Tummy Tuck Photos

• Click to see Tummy Tuck Before and After Pictures

Call us at 856-772-6500 or contact us online for your free plastic surgery consultation.