Are you feeling disheartened because your exercise routine is not producing the desired results? Do you still have a stomach bulge despite eating healthily? Do you wish you had a flat, toned stomach?

Even a healthy lifestyle may not be able to restore your waistline’s slenderness after significant body changes (such as pregnancy or significant weight loss). Even if you have lost abdominal fat, you may still be experiencing a loss of skin elasticity, which can lead to sagging skin.

A tummy tuck can be an effective solution when your best efforts to improve the appearance of your midsection have failed. Using a variety of techniques, a tummy tuck can tighten sagging skin and restore your abdomen’s natural contours.

How is a tummy tuck beneficial?
During the consultation for your tummy tuck surgery, your plastic surgeon will examine the condition of your skin and tissues to determine which of the following tummy tuck procedures best meets your needs.

Mini tummy tuck
The focus of a mini tummy tuck is the area of the abdomen below the navel. Your plastic surgeon will make a single, easily concealed incision at the bikini line. As he smooths and adjusts the skin, he will stretch it downwards. This type of tummy tuck would be appropriate if you also require muscle tightening to correct a minor pooch. The ideal candidates for a mini tummy tuck are postpartum women who wish to correct the resulting physical changes.

Full tummy tuck
This is the most common type of tummy tuck because it targets the entire abdominal region. The surgeon will make two incisions, one in the lower abdomen and one around the navel. These incision sites allow your surgeon to remove sagging skin from both the upper and lower abdomen, albeit with more visible scarring. In addition, he will tighten your abdominal muscles to give you a more toned midsection. This type of tummy tuck is beneficial for many patients, including women who have recently given birth, lost a significant amount of weight, and are unhappy with the way their bodies have changed due to genetics or aging.

Extended abdominoplasty
Most commonly, an extended tummy tuck is performed on patients who require significant skin removal. This typically occurs following a significant weight loss. Your surgeon will make a single incision, which will extend from your abdomen to your hips. This extensive incision permits him to tighten the skin evenly across the abdomen. It can leave a larger scar than other procedures, which may be difficult to conceal with intimate apparel.

BodyTite™
BodyTiteTM is a radiofrequency-assisted liposuction (RFAL) procedure that utilizes cutting-edge technology to assist in the removal of stubborn fat for a smoother, slimmer physique. During this procedure, a thin tube, also known as a cannula, is inserted beneath the skin, and an electrode is placed on the surface. The electrode’s radiofrequency waves melt the fat, making it easier to remove. These waves warm the skin, which stimulates collagen production to tighten the skin. This procedure is performed alongside liposuction.