Tummy Tuck / Abdominoplasty Bay Area, Oakland, and Walnut Creek

Have you tried crunches and calorie-counting and still don’t have the flat stomach you want? A tummy tuck (or abdominoplasty) may be the best way for you to get the look you desire.  Find out more about how Dr. Moulton-Barrett can help you finally get results.

What is Abdominoplasty?

A tummy tuck creates a flatter looking stomach by removing excess fat and skin, and tightening the abdominal muscles. There are two types of abdominoplasty surgeries to choose from depending on how much correction you’re looking for.

• Complete Abdominoplasty. This procedure requires the largest incision and is ideal for patients looking for the biggest change. Your abdomen is cut from hipbone to hipbone, and a new belly button will be created. A complete abdominoplasty may take as long as five hours to perform and will often require that drainage tubes are left under the skin for a few days after surgery.
• Partial or mini abdominoplasty. This type of tummy tuck is common among people whose fat deposits are located below the navel. A partial abdominoplasty requires shorter incisions and does not require the removal (and recreation) of the belly button. In some cases, a partial abdominoplasty can be performed using an endoscope and may take as few as two hours.

A tummy tuck may be performed as an inpatient our outpatient procedure and will require general anesthesia. You should expect to have someone available to take you home after surgery and to stay with you for at least the first night that you are home.

 

 

Potential Complications and Side Effects of Tummy Tuck

Remember that a tummy tuck, like any major surgery, carries certain risks for side effects and complications. You can expect pain and swelling for several days after surgery, as well as the possibility of numbness, bruising and a feeling of fatigue as you recover.

Additional complications, although rare, may include infection, bleeding, blood clots, or significant scarring.

San Francisco Bay Area Tummy Tuck Surgery

A tummy tuck should not be considered as an alternative for a healthy weight loss plan. Likewise, you should not have a tummy tuck if you plan to get pregnant in the future or are still working to lose a significant amount of weight.

A tummy tuck can be an effective option for women whose muscles and skin have been stretched by pregnancies, as well as for men or women who lost a significant amount of weight and still have excessive fat or skin around the belly. An ideal candidate will also be in good general health overall.

Should I Get a Tummy Tuck?

Dr. Moulton-Barrett can meet with you in the Alameda or Brentwood, California office to discuss your potential results as well as any specific risks you should consider. Together you can decide the best method for achieving your personal goals.

Tummy Tuck Before and After Photos

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