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1143 Kane Concourse
Bay Harbour Islands
Miami, FL 33154
Phone: (305) 861-6881
BEFORE AFTER
Who is a Tummy Tuck Candidate?
A tummy tuck may be helpful if you have loose or sagging abdominal skin associated with abnormal relaxation of the anterior abdominal wall muscles. Frequently, this condition is caused by multiple pregnancies, significant weight loss, or prior surgery. Tummy Tuck can also be indicated if you are unable to tighten your abdomen with exercise.
Intended Results of Tummy Tuck
Tummy tuck provides a smoother, flatter abdomen.
The Tummy Tuck Procedure
Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty) is usually performed under general anesthesia in Dr. Krau's fully accredited, private, state-of-the-art surgical center. (Mini and modified abdominoplasties are similarly performed). Mini-abdominoplasty tightens the lower abdominal wall skin only (shortest scar). Modified abdominoplasty addresses conditions where just the muscle wall or just the abdominal skin requires repair. Standard abdominoplasty tightens all of the abdominal wall skin and muscles (standard scar). Extended abdominoplasty tightens the abdomen and the flanks or sides (longest scar extending around the flanks onto lower back).
Recuperation and Healing After Tummy Tuck
Abdominoplasty can be one of the more uncomfortable plastic surgery procedures and probably requires more time-consuming and limiting recovery. One to three days of skilled nursing care or assistance at home is usually indicated. You will be encouraged to be moving and walking regularly within 1 to 2 days. Light activity is comfortable in 10 to 20 days. Sports will not be comfortable for about 6 weeks.
Complimentary Procedures
Additional procedures that may enhance the result include Liposuction, Breast Procedures, or Thigh Lift.
Insurance Guidelines
Tummy Tuck is considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by insurance. The patient is responsible for payment.
Tummy Tuck Surgery Note
The specific risks and the suitability of abdominoplasty for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are unusual.
More Body Contouring Plastic Surgery Procedures
Liposuction can be used to shape a more flattering figure or physique for you, in or out of clothing.
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