Tummy Tuck Surgery
in West Palm Beach, FL
Over time, changes to your body can result in excess skin and flab on your abdomen that refuse to budge no matter how clean your diet is or how much you exercise. Pregnancy, significant weight fluctuations, and age all contribute to how your midsection looks, and you may be frustrated or self-conscious about the result.
A tummy tuck can change all of that, removing redundant skin and tissue, tightening your abdominal muscles, and giving you a smoother, flatter stomach. At Synergy Cosmetic Surgery and Medspa, we offer tummy tucks to our patients who wish to restore structure, form, and function to their bodies—with beautiful results.
What Is Tummy Tuck Surgery?
Tummy tuck surgery, also called abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from your abdomen and tighten weak or damaged abdominal muscles. The result is a flatter stomach, smoother curves, and a stronger core.
What Can a Tummy Tuck Achieve?
Smoother Body Contour
If you’ve experienced pregnancy or lost a significant amount of weight, you may be left with loose, sagging skin that affects how your clothing fits and even how your body is able to move. A tummy tuck eliminates the hanging skin and fat that exercise and diet can’t, giving you a more slender and aesthetically pleasing shape.
Tighter Abdominal Muscles
During pregnancy, your abdominal muscles often separate down the midline, a condition called diastasis recti. Diastasis recti causes weakness in your core, which can lead to back pain, incontinence, and a noticeable stomach “pooch.” A tummy tuck includes abdominal repair, pulling the muscles back together and tightening them, restoring function, and creating a firmer abdomen overall.
Restored Confidence
Feeling self-conscious about your stomach can put a damper on your self-esteem and make you want to hide your figure. A tummy tuck can smooth out unsightly lumps and bumps, contour your waistline, and give you the confidence to wear whatever you want without hesitation.
What Are My Tummy Tuck Options?
At Synergy Cosmetic Surgery and Medspa, we understand that our patients come to us looking to restore and rejuvenate their bodies. Whether you need a tummy tuck on its own to achieve your desired body contour or wish to add additional procedures like breast augmentation or liposuction for a more comprehensive approach, our skilled team can help you reach your aesthetic goals.
We offer two types of tummy tucks and will recommend the method that will provide you with the gorgeous results you desire.
Full Tummy Tuck
A full or traditional tummy tuck eliminates excess skin and fat left over after pregnancy or significant weight loss. Using an incision extending across the lower abdomen, it tightens and contours the stomach from your rib cage down. A full tummy tuck also involves abdominal muscle repair.
Mini Tummy Tuck
A mini tummy tuck is best for patients with minimal excess fat and skin located primarily on the lower abdomen. Mini tummy tucks use a shorter incision and offer minor correction in the area below the belly button.
How Is a Tummy Tuck Performed?
Tummy tuck surgery is performed using general anesthesia. During a traditional tummy tuck, an incision is made from hip to hip along the lower abdomen (often where a C-section incision would be). The skin is lifted, and your abdominal muscles are pulled together and securely sutured. Excess skin and flab are removed, and the remaining skin is pulled down, repositioned smoothly over your abdomen, and the incision is sutured closed.
For a mini tummy tuck, a shorter incision is placed in the same area as a full tummy tuck. Excess skin and fat are removed, and, if necessary, repairs to your lower abdominal muscles are made. The remaining skin is tightened and repositioned, and the incision is closed.
What Can I Expect During My Tummy Tuck Recovery?
After your tummy tuck, you will need to rest and refrain from most activities, primarily taking short, slow walks around your home to encourage healing and help avoid blood clots. You will likely be able to return to work and your regular routine within two to three weeks after the procedure. However, you will need to avoid strenuous exercise or activities for about six weeks after your tummy tuck. You will also wear a compression garment for six weeks after your tummy tuck to help minimize swelling, provide support, and help shape the new contours of your abdomen.
When Will I See My Tummy Tuck Results?
Some of your tummy tuck results will be visible immediately after your surgery, and they will continue to improve as you heal and swelling diminishes. Your body will gradually settle into its new contour, with most patients seeing significant results from their tummy tuck within a few months. Your full tummy tuck results are typically apparent six months to a year after your surgery.
The results of your tummy tuck will be long-lasting as long as you maintain a healthy weight through diet and exercise.
Learn More About Tummy Tucks in West Palm Beach, FL
When you’re ready to see what a tummy tuck can do to improve your body contour and boost your confidence, it’s time to discover The Synergy Difference. At Synergy Cosmetic Surgery and Medspa, we offer our patients a chance to achieve perfect proportions with lasting, beautiful results. To schedule a consultation, fill out our online contact form to schedule your consultation.
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