Tummy Tuck

Ideal candidates for a tummy tuck should be in generally good health and not be pregnant. Anyone who is unhappy with the appearance of their abdominal area is a potential candidate for abdominoplasty.

The Star Plastic Surgery Advantage ensures that every patient who comes to our Novi, Michigan office for a tummy tuck consultation is treated with the individual care they deserve. We will work closely with you to help you determine if a tummy tuck is the right procedure for your body.

There are a variety of reasons why some of us end up with excess skin around our waists. For example, pregnancy and weight loss can both leave folds of saggy skin around your tummy. Additionally, aging can cause your skin to become looser around the abdomen, even if you have great abs. Tummy tuck surgery can get rid of your excess skin and tighten the muscles underneath, so you can show off your slim stomach, as well as restore muscles weakened or separated by pregnancy.

There are two types of tummy tuck surgery performed at our practice: the traditional tummy tuck and the mini tummy tuck.

Traditional Tummy Tuck

The traditional tummy tuck requires a horizontal incision below the belly button. Abdominal skin is lifted, and underlying weakened muscles are repaired. Another incision around the belly button may be required to remove excess skin located in the upper abdomen. Excess skin is then trimmed away, and remaining skin is sutured together.

Mini Tummy Tuck

The Mini Tummy Tuck targets only the lower abdomen (below the navel) removing excess fat and skin, and in some cases restoring weakened or separated muscles. This creates an abdominal profile that is smoother and firmer, enhancing your body image and confidence and helping to restore your youthful figure.

During recovery, you will have bandages applied to incisions, as well as compression garments to reduce swelling. Small drains may also be placed to collect any excess fluid. Be sure to follow your surgeon’s specific post-op instructions to ensure a safe and fast recovery.

At Star Plastic Surgery, we care about your health and safety. For that reason, our board certified plastic surgeons take the extra time to make your tummy tuck surgery safer by eliminating the need for post-surgical drains with a proven, advanced surgical stitching technique.

To learn more about tummy tuck surgery in the Detroit metro area, contact us to discuss your goals with the plastic surgeons at Star Plastic Surgery today.

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a procedure in which excess skin is removed from your abdominal area. The remaining skin is firmed and tightened around your abdominal muscles to produce a toned, attractive midsection.

At Star Plastic Surgery, our Detroit area plastic surgeons utilize advanced buried tension stitching too closely connect the skin to your muscles. This technique eliminates the need for surgical drains and catheters and produces a much more appealing final result.

A tummy tuck has the potential to last for a lifetime. The length of time your results last will depend on your lifestyle choices after surgery. If you lead a healthy life and get adequate exercise, your abdominoplasty should produce results for many of years. Pregnancy and weight gain will affect the results of your tummy tuck.

Patients who plan on becoming pregnant may wish to wait until after they are done having children to undergo this procedure. An abdominoplasty may be included in a mommy makeover procedure to restore your body to its pre-pregnancy condition.

With the advanced surgical techniques used by our experienced surgeons, your recovery time will be greatly reduced. Typically, you should be able to return to work within one to two weeks and resume a normal exercise routine within four to six weeks. Our commitment to you begins with your initial consultation and continues through your full healing process. We will work with you every step of the way to ensure your maximum comfort and safety.

You will notice some results immediately following your surgery. Mild swelling is typical during the recovery process. This swelling can be kept down with the use of compression garments supplied by our office. Once the swelling has subsided, you will be able to enjoy the final results of your tummy tuck.

If you have additional questions about abdominoplasty, contact the experienced board certified surgeons at Star Plastic Surgery today to schedule your free consultation.