Tummy tuck surgery, clinically known as abdominoplasty, is the ideal cosmetic surgery for individuals who feel self-conscious about loose skin or weakened muscles in their mid section, either because of pregnancy or rapid weight-loss.

During a Tummy tuck, the surgeon removes stubborn excess fat and skin from the abdomen, restores weakened muscles and refines the persons abdominal area.

Why choose a tummy tuck surgery?

A tummy tuck is not considered a weight loss surgery and it does not substitute having an exercise program and healthy lifestyle, however sometimes, after losing weight with diet and exercise, your abdomen can still protrude and lack tone, or in the case of pregnancy, your abdominal muscles can be stretched and saggy.

There are several variations of tummy tuck surgery, each designed to meet each patients unique needs and goals.

A tummy tuck can help individuals feel more confident with their bodies. There are several variations of tummy tuck surgery, each designed to meet each patients unique needs and goals.

What happens during the procedure?

During surgery, the abdominal muscles are tightened, the sagging skin is eliminated to correct the protruding belly, leaving the patient with a better toned and much flatter midsection.

Who is a candidate?

A person can decide to have a tummy tuck for a variety of reasons, the best candidates are those who are near their ideal weight, are non-smokers, in good health, and have realistic expectations for their results. For women who have been pregnant, if they plan to become pregnant again it is best for them to postpone their tummy tuck surgery.

A Tummy tuck can helping achieve a firmer, flatter abdomen and improve your confidence.

Tummy tuck surgery is an option to consider if any of the following apply to you:

• You’ve lost a significant amount of weight, but now you have loose, excess skin hanging from your abdomen.
• Your abdominal muscles and skin are stretched and saggy following your pregnancy.
• Diet and exercise have helped you lose weight but you abdominal region still protrudes and lacks tone.

A Tummy tuck can address any of these cases, helping achieve a firmer, flatter abdomen and improving your confidence.