Tummy Tuck Beverly Hills California
What is a tummy tuck?
An Abdominoplasty, also known as a "tummy tuck ", is a major surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. This procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen with sagging excess skin. There is a permanent scar, which, depending on the extent of the original problem and the surgery required to correct it, can extend from hip bone to hip bone. Typically, the scar can be hidden below a bikini and underwear. The best candidates for abdominoplasty are men or women who have large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that won t respond to diet or exercise. This surgery is particularly helpful to women who, through pregnancy, have stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients and and patients who have recently lost a lot of weight can also be improved. Many patients who have lost an extreme amount of weight after Lap Band surgery and subsequently have excess skin in the abdomen are ideal candidates for this procedure. Patients who intend to lose a lot of weight should postpone the surgery. You should be close to your ideal weight before scheduling the surgery so that you get the optimal result. Also, women who plan future pregnancies should wait, as vertical muscles in the abdomen that are tightened during surgery can separate again during pregnancy. If you re considering abdominoplasty, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your surgeon. There are many factors and a lot depends on the individual patient and the surgeon. Dr. Nikolov recommends an extensive personal consultation to discuss these factors and the patient s expectations.Feel free to call our office to schedule a consultation appointment at (310) 247-1932.
