California Abdominoplasty
At Its Finest

For patients who have an excess of abdominal skin and loose abdominal muscles, an abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, may be a great choice. Many women seek out abdominoplasty after having lost weight, after having had children or been pregnant and those with abdominal laxity due to aging. Abdominoplasty is also a good follow-up for those who have had gastric bypass surgery and have lost massive amounts of weight leaving disproportionate areas of excess skin. This procedure involves lifting the loose abdominal skin, tightening the muscles, and removing the excess skin and fat, creating a flat belly and a tighter waistline. An abdominoplasty can also be used to remove significant amounts of lower abdominal fat, and to thin the upper abdominal fat by elevating and redistributing it.

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Stretch marks below the level of the belly button are removed along with full thickness skin and fat down to the abdominal muscles. The abdominal muscles are sewn tightly together in the midline to strengthen the abdominal wall and accent the waistline.

Individual differences in skin elasticity and muscle tone are important factors in determining if you will benefit from a tummy tuck. Tummy Tucks are done on an outpatient basis or with one night of hospitalization, and take from two to four hours. Recovery to most activities is about 1 - 2 weeks. Strenuous abdominal exercise is usually resumed in 4-6 weeks.

Patients who have gastric bypass surgery for obesity and lose a large amount of weight may be candidates for "extended" abdominoplasty. This procedure also considers the lower body, legs, and can remove excess skin from around the back as well.

If excess fat, skin, and muscle all need to be corrected, a tummy tuck would give the best result. If only a small pouch of extra fat exists in the lower abdomen or flanks and the area has good skin tone, liposuction may be a better option. Dr. O’Toole will help you decide the best way to get the results you’re looking for.

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For more information on a tummy tuck, call Pasadena Cosmetic Surgery at (626) 377-9420.

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