Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

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Indications
A Tummy Tuck is ideally suited for patients who are at or near their ideal body weight but still have excess skin and fatty tissue. Typically, for any woman who has had a pregancy, laxity of the underlying abdominal muscles is a concern as well. ***If you have had a baby or babies, you can't exercise your loose skin or underlying muscles tight again. If you do a million crunches a day you will still have laxity.*** This is why we do so many tummy tucks. Tummy tucks are frequently combined with Liposuction to improve the "Love Handle" and "Saddle Bag" areas.

Goals of Surgery
The goal of Tummy Tuck Surgery is to remove the excess skin and fat roll from the lower abdomen while tightening the muscles underneath. The overall effect can be dramatic, both slimming and defining the waist and lower abdominal areas.

Where Does the Surgery Take Place?
Tummy Tucks require a General anesthetic and are performed in a hospital setting.

Incisions
Abdominoplasty incisions are located along the natural skin crease of the lower abdomen. The extent of the incision depends on the degree of tightening needed and is individualized to each patient. In general, the incisions can be placed so as to be hidden by today's fashions and swim wear.

Anesthesia
General Anesthesia is required.

Surgery Time
Tummy Tuck Surgery usually takes about 2 hours.

Hospital Stay
For your well being we feel like this surgery jsutifies an overnight stay. This way we can make sure you are comfortable but also can assure that you receive the proper nursing care.

Recovery
Recovery is greatly improved with the use of implantable pain pumps that are easily removed by the patient after surgery. Most patients are able to care for themselves immediately and are back to their normal routine within 2 to 3 weeks. There are restrictions placed on exercise and vigorous physical activity for 6 weeks. Specifics will be discussed at the time of your consultation.

Follow-Up
After surgery you should plan on at least 3 to 4 follow-up visits.

Complications
As with any surgical procedure, complications can occur and are best discussed at the time of your consultation. It is essential that patients be aware of potential complications before undergoing this or any surgical procedure.

Fees
Costs range from $6700.00 to $6,900.00. Price variations take into account the different hospital costs and variables such as a pain pump.This pricing does include Hospital Costs, Anesthesia Fees, and Surgeon's Fees and an overnight stay. There is no charge for the consultation.

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