For both men and women, loose skin and pockets of fat in the abdominal region can be frustrating, especially when it’s hard to lose despite efforts to get rid of it. Significant weight loss, childbirth, and aging are typical reasons why someone may not be able to reclaim a slim and tight stomach.
Tightening skin on the abdomen is a body contouring enhancement that redefines the abdominal region, achieving attractive outcomes for many patients. If you’re interested in a tummy tuck in Northern Virginia, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael J. Brown performs tummy tuck surgery on the abdominal area of the body.
This cosmetic treatment at The Loudoun Center for Plastic Surgery allows men and women the opportunity to achieve a toned, smaller abdomen and gain more confidence.
Read more about how abdominoplasty (in Ashburn) can eliminate excess fat and skin while tightening the stomach muscles. Contact us to schedule your free consultation with Dr. Michael J Brown.
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Surgical Experience
Both men and women can receive a mini tummy tuck or full tummy tuck procedure. If you cannot lose or reduce the loose or wrinkly skin, stretch marks, and pesky pockets of fat on your stomach, this body contouring procedure can help create a slimming and more toned look.
Dr. Brown advises you to be at a normal weight before undergoing this treatment. Tummy tuck surgery is not a substitute for weight loss — it surgically corrects your loose skin.
A form of liposuction is generally incorporated during this surgical procedure to reduce fat. If your abdominal wall has good skin laxity, but you still are not satisfied with how your tummy looks and feels even after a healthy diet and regular exercise, liposuction may be a better fit. Women interested in abdominoplasty (in Virginia) should not be childbearing as this may affect the results of the surgery.
Abdominoplasty is performed on the patient under general anesthesia. Dr. Brown considers numerous surgical options to accommodate each patient’s situation before performing this procedure.
To start, the incision shape and size is determined based on the quantity of excess skin. Individuals with a lot of hanging skin would likely benefit from an extended tummy tuck. This abdominoplasty technique makes the incision along the lower abdomen from hip to hip, just on top of the pubic area and below the belly button.
A panniculectomy might be best for individuals who have a significant amount of sagging skin on the abdomen and surrounding regions (especially after they’ve experienced significant weight loss). In a panniculectomy, an incision is made below the sternum, extending to the pubic area, with another incision horizontally along the pubic area. This allows for the removal of excess skin and fat.
Individuals with minimal skin wrinkling would be better candidates for a less invasive technique. Men and women who fall in this category can receive an abdominoplasty but will simply have a less expansive scar.
Regardless of how it is performed, all abdominoplasty procedures at The Loudoun Center for Plastic Surgery involve the excision of hanging skin and liposuction.
After abdominoplasty surgery, you will be carefully examined and sent home wearing a compression device to decrease any swelling. Standing upright and walking will be hard for a while so you should take it easy for several days after surgery.
Resuming normal movements becomes less painful once the abdominal muscles adjust and the incision heals. You can generally resume a normal routine after two weeks. You can begin working out after eight weeks or earlier if given permission to do so by Dr. Brown. Your midsection will feel some discomfort and tightness, but you will feel healthy and normal again once you’ve fully healed. You are free to take pain medication to relieve any discomfort you may be feeling post-surgery.
During your consultation, Dr. Brown will customize your procedure plan, which will be tailored to yourunique concerns and goals before estimating costs.
After determining the type of abdominoplasty, Dr. Brown will determine the technique, the anesthesia, and other factors.
To ensure you achieve beautiful results from an experienced plastic surgeon, The Loudoun Center for Plastic Surgery makes it easier for you to afford your tummy tuck. We accept several payment methods and break down the process of low-interest financing.
You will probably get one of the three most common techniques for abdominoplasty: full, extended, and mini or a panniculectomy. During your first consultation, Dr. Brown will listen to your concerns and goals before performing a physical exam.
Then, he will decide which technique will produce the best results for you. A full abdominoplasty is better if you want to fix loose skin in both the lower and upper stomach, whereas a mini abdominoplasty works better for concerns under your belly button also known as a “pooch.” This extended technique addresses issues in the stomach, upper thighs, and hips.
Incisions for your abdominoplasty will vary based on which technique Dr. Brown is using.
During all tummy tucks, Dr. Brown uses the thinnest possible incisions to minimize scarring. He also places incisions in areas that are less visible (through the belly button or in the pubic region) so that they can easily be hidden behind underwear or a swimsuit.
After your tummy tuck, it is important to adhere to your scar management instructions, so that your sutures heal properly and eventually blend into your natural skin.
Although you can get pregnant following an abdominoplasty, it will likely affect the results of your surgery. Dr. Brown strongly encourages that you are finished building your family before receiving this procedure. If you do get pregnant after a tummy tuck, you may receive another surgery after pregnancy to refresh your stomach.
Several patients get a second surgery along with abdominoplasty for more dramatic results.
During your first consultation with Dr. Brown, discuss your desired goals so that he may design a personalized surgical plan.
You might combine abdominoplasty with a thighplasty for a lower body lift or for body contouring. If you want to rejuvenate your body after having children or losing a lot of weight, you might be an ideal candidate for after weight loss surgery or a mommy makeover.
A variety of factors can result in a sagging abdomen which leaves behind loose and wrinkled skin. This may feel almost impossible to correct, but tummy tuck surgery is often the way to go.
If you are bothered by the stretched-out skin in your abdominal region, whether it is significant or not, tummy tuck surgery by Dr. Brown in Ashburn, VA can help you achieve the body of your dreams. We invite you to contact The Loudoun Center for Plastic Surgery for more information.
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