Even patients who stick to a strict diet and exercise regimen can find it difficult to completely eliminate stubborn areas of fat from the abdominal area. This lingering skin and fat can cause feelings of self-consciousness and prevent patients from wearing the clothes that they want to wear. PREMIERE Cosmetic Surgery Center in Tampa offers tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, as a method for removing excess skin and fat from the lower and middle abdomen. This popular cosmetic surgery procedure also tightens the abdominal muscles, helping Tampa tummy tuck patients achieve a toned, svelte look. The experienced physicians at our Tampa cosmetic surgery practice have been providing this treatment for more than 18 years and have successfully helped numerous patients achieve the body their desire and deserve.
The Tummy Tuck Procedure – Tummy Tuck in Tampa
At the PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery, we provide outpatient abdominoplasty procedures at our fully accredited plastic surgery suite. The entire procedure usually takes about four hours, while a mini tummy tuck can be completed in two hours. The length of the procedure will vary from patient to patient based on the extent of their needs. During a traditional tummy tuck, our board certified plastic surgeon will create a horizontal incision across the stomach, below the belly button. They will then remove extra fat, skin and tissue, as well as tighten the abdominal muscles. Once this is complete, the incision is closed with sutures.
Tummy Tuck Costs
Like almost all plastic surgery procedures, the cost of a tummy tuck will vary from patient to patient depending on a variety of factors such as the method used for the procedure and the extent of tissue removal that is required. During a personal tummy tuck consultation at our Tampa practice, your surgeon can discuss more specific factors that will influence the cost. At PREMIERE Cosmetic Surgery Center, we strive to make high-quality treatment available to everyone, and offer many financing options to our patients.
Am I a Tummy Tuck Candidate?
The ideal tummy tuck candidate is an individual who is in general good health and is unhappy with the presence of stubborn belly fat and excess skin. Potential Tampa abdominoplasty patients should have realistic expectations regarding the outcome of the procedure. It is important to note that a tummy tuck is not meant to be a replacement for healthy diet and exercise habits. Many of our Tampa tummy tuck patients opt for the procedure because they are bothered by loose, sagging skin and stretch marks from weight loss or pregnancy or lingering areas of fat that do not respond to exercise. We encourage you to browse our gallery to view before and after photos of previous tummy tuck patients.
Recovering from a Tummy Tuck
Both a regular tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck result in a permanent scar, however your surgeon will make every effort to make the incision as inconspicuous as possible. Your surgeon will also provide you with a scar management product known as Kelo-cote® to promote faster healing. This gel relieves discomfort associated with scars, reduces redness, and flattens raised scars. Because each patient is different, however, scars will vary from patient to patient.
Most tummy tuck Tampa patients experience minor discomfort in the weeks following the procedure. Patients can expect to return to work after about a week, but are advised to avoid heavy lifting or other strenuous activities and exercises for several weeks after surgery. The physicians at PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery are available to address any post-operative questions or concerns.
For more information about tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) in Tampa, please contact PREMIERE Center for Cosmetic Surgery today to set up a free initial consultation. We are proud to provide professional, individualized care to all of our abdominoplasty patients. We would also be pleased to provide you with information on the other services we provide, including Tampa breast augmentation, SmartLipo, and body lift. Each of our board-certified surgeons is dedicated to you, your health and your results. |
