Questions about Abdominoplasty

What is the difference between a full abdominoplasty and a mini abdominoplasty?

If the areas of excess fat and loose skin are entirely confined to the area below your belly button and you have a lax abdominal wall, you may a candidate for a mini abdominoplasty. If your excess fat and droopy skin involve your entire abdomen, a full tummy tuck may be required.

Both procedures involve an incision and the removal of skin and fat, but the recovery time for a mini tummy tuck may be shorter, making it preferable when it’s an option. During your free abdominoplasty consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons, we will help you determine which type of tummy tuck is best for your body type.

What are the typical results from an abdominoplasty?

Typical results from a tummy tuck include significant reduction of fat and a tightening of excess skin. Additional results can include tighter abdominal muscles and a firmer more attractive midsection.

At Southeastern Plastic Surgery our plastic surgeons are devoted to providing you with stunning results that exceed your expectations. We work to provide you with optimal results that will help restore self confidence and feelings of attractiveness.

How long does a tummy tuck surgery take?

The amount of time your abdominoplasty takes will rely on the amount of fat and skin our surgeons are required to remove. Some tummy tucks can take several hours to satisfactorily complete. It is important to remember that our surgeons take great care when performing your surgery. We will take all of the time necessary to ensure your surgery is thorough, safe, and achieves the results you desire.

Can an abdominoplasty remove stretch marks?

When excess skin is removed from your abdomen, the appearance of stretch marks can be greatly reduced. Those below the belly button may be removed entirely. Stretch marks are an unsightly consequence of weight gain and, often, pregnancy. To fully restore an attractive midsection, our doctors will remove as much of your saggy, loose skin as possible. This provides a firm, toned look you’ll be proud to show off.

Is an abdominoplasty dangerous?

When performed by a board certified plastic surgeon on a good candidate, a tummy tuck is a safe procedure with a low rate of postsurgical complications.

A tummy tuck is a complex surgery. Abdominoplasty is more invasive than other types of body sculpting and recovery can take up to two months. General surgical risks like excessive bleeding, blood clots, swelling, and infection are possible with a tummy tuck. These complications are rare, and special attention is paid to minimize your risk during surgery.

Our doctors and knowledgeable staff are entirely devoted to patient safety. We will closely monitor you during surgery, and work with you after to help make sure you remain safe and comfortable. Carefully following our doctor’s advice after surgery will further minimize your risk for abdominoplasty complications.

If you have any questions about abdominoplasty in or around Charlotte, North Carolina, please contact the board-certified cosmetic surgeons at Southeastern Plastic Surgery to schedule a free tummy tuck consultation today.