A taut, youthful abdomen speaks volumes about health and vitality. However, life events, from aging to pregnancy, often distort this ideal shape, resulting in stretched abdominal skin and stubborn fatty deposits. While some manage marginal improvements through diet and exercise, many find these imperfections persistent. The tummy tuck, offered at Boston Center for Plastic Surgery, can help to address issues such as loose skin and stretch marks.
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Procedure: Mommy Makeover
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Procedure: Abdominoplasty
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Procedure: Abdominoplasty
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Procedure: Abdominoplasty
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Procedure: Abdominoplasty
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Procedure: Abdominoplasty
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Procedure: Abdominoplasty
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Doctor: Dr. Tandon
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sean Doherty serves the greater Boston area in his Boston and Brookline, MA offices. Whether his patients are looking for subtle enhancements...
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sean Doherty serves the greater Boston area in his Boston and Brookline, MA offices. Whether his patients are looking for subtle enhancements or tasteful transformations, Dr. Doherty offers the finest techniques in plastic surgery.
Board-certified Dr. Vickram Tandon is a highly skilled plastic surgeon dedicated to helping patients enhance their appearance and boost their self-confidence through refined cus...
Board-certified Dr. Vickram Tandon is a highly skilled plastic surgeon dedicated to helping patients enhance their appearance and boost their self-confidence through refined custom plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from Brown University and completed a competitive Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery residency at the renowned University of Michigan.
Dr. Tandon and Dr. Doherty will perform the abdominoplasty procedure either in one of their fully accredited, state-of-the-art surgical suites or in a reputable, area hospital. While each procedure varies according to the patient’s individual needs, the tummy tuck normally takes from two to three hours, performed under general anesthesia. While many patients will have a tummy tuck on an outpatient basis, in some cases, an overnight hospital stay is recommended.
To begin, Dr. Tandon and Dr. Doherty will make a curved, transverse incision across the lower abdomen, running from hip to hip. A second, thin incision will be made around the navel, allowing for a large skin flap that will reveal the vertical abdominal muscles. The surgeon will tighten these muscles, providing a firmer abdominal wall and a smaller waistline. After the unwanted fat and stretched skin has been excised, a new navel is created, providing the desired physical aesthetic.
A partial abdominoplasty, or mini tummy tuck, can successfully improve the abdomen for patients who are not in need of the dramatic changes that accompany a more in-depth procedure. The mini tummy tuck involves shorter incisions, and no navel reshaping or tightening of the abdominal muscles is involved. A partial abdominoplasty takes only an hour to perform and requires less recovery time.
What is a tummy tuck?
Can the tummy tuck be combined with other procedures?
Am I a good candidate for the abdominoplasty procedure?
Will a tummy tuck leave visible scarring?
Can a tummy tuck help me lose weight?
When can I return to work after a tummy tuck?
When will I see the results?
When will I have a post-op appointment?
An abdominoplasty often referred to as a tummy tuck, is a common surgical procedure designed to eliminate loose, stretched skin, muscle, and fat along the stomach. Dr. Doherty have established his own, state-of-the-art abdominoplasty techniques to smooth the abdomen, creating a youthful figure and more pleasing physical silhouette.
Yes, Dr. Doherty, and Dr. Tandon often combine the tummy tuck with additional techniques to provide optimal physical rejuvenation. A Mommy Makeover will include an abdominoplasty, liposuction, and breast augmentation. The Body Lift will pair a tummy tuck with a thigh lift, buttock lift, and liposuction. During your consultation at the
A tummy tuck in Boston can offer significant body contouring results for many people who are struggling with sagging, excess tissue on their abdomen. An ideal patient is in overall good health, understands the abdominoplasty procedure, and has realistic expectations for the final results.
While a tummy tuck does scar, Dr. Doherty, and Dr. Tandon carefully place their abdominoplasty incisions so that the scarring cannot be seen under clothing or swimwear. Using a lower transverse incision, the abdominoplasty scars will run from hip to hip, above the pubic bone.
No, a tummy tuck is not a weight loss solution. It’s best suited for individuals near their ideal stable weight. The procedure contours the body, specifically targeting resistant excess skin and fat unresponsive to diet and exercise.
While every patient heals differently, most people are feeling well enough to return to work 10-14 days after their abdominoplasty procedure. However, patients will need to postpone heavy lifting and vigorous exercise for four to six weeks.
While some improvements from the tummy tuck can be seen quickly, it will take several months to appreciate the full results of surgery. As the swelling resolves, patients can begin to note a flatter, firmer abdomen without the unsightly sagging skin and fatty tissue. With a proper diet and routine exercise schedule, patients can see their abdominoplasty results last for years.
Drain tubes inserted during the procedure are usually removed during the one-week post-op appointment with Dr. Doherty, or Dr. Tandon.
