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TUMMY TUCK AUSTIN, TX
Schedule your tummy tuck consultation with Dr. Pearce in Austin, Texas, for a smoother, firmer abdomen.
Pregnancy, aging, and weight loss tend to take their toll on our bodies, causing many people to develop abdominal fat and skin laxity. While some may benefit from diet and exercise to get rid of their flabby stomach, others may need to undergo plastic surgery to get the results they desire. Tummy tuck surgery, or abdominoplasty, is a procedure that can provide patients with a smoother, firmer abdomen.
BENEFITS
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TIGHTEN ABDOMINAL MUSCLES
Over time, the abdominal muscles can become weak and stretched out due to pregnancy or weight gain. Abdominoplasty can tighten these muscles to provide patients with a more toned and defined midsection.
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ELIMINATE LOOSE SKIN
Patients who have lost a significant amount of weight may be left with loose, stretched skin on their midsection. With this type of procedure, excess skin is eliminated to produce a smoother abdominal appearance.
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IMPROVE CONFIDENCE
An unflattering midsection can leave a person feeling self-conscious and embarrassed about the way they look. Abdominoplasty will not only provide patients with a firmer midsection, but it will also boost their self-esteem and confidence.
PROCEDURE
CONSULTATION
During your consultation at Pearce Plastic Surgery in Austin, TX, Dr. Pearce will examine your abdominal region and body type to determine the best treatment option for you. He will discuss your personal and aesthetic goals with you to help achieve the figure you have always desired.
TECHNIQUE
Dr. Pearce performs traditional tummy tuck surgery in Austin, TX (also known as full abdominoplasty), which involves an incision along the lower abdomen that extends from hip to hip. After the incision is made, he brings the muscles together to correct diastasis recti (muscle separation) and removes excess skin. The remaining skin is then redraped over the treated area, and the incision is closed using surgical sutures.
COMBINATION
Liposuction can also be performed alongside tummy tuck surgery depending on the amount of fat along the flanks and the patient’s goals.
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CONCERNS
RECOVERY
Following your tummy tuck surgery, surgical dressings will be placed over the treated area to help protect your new contours and minimize swelling. All swelling and bruising are temporary and will resolve in one to two months. Make sure to refrain from all physical activities for at least six weeks unless instructed otherwise by Dr. Pearce.
You may experience some discomfort during your recovery. Dr. Pearce will prescribe oral medication to help reduce this. You will be able to able to return to work within one to three weeks after your surgery depending on the extent of your procedure.
SCARS
Incisions are strategically placed along the lower abdomen so that scars can be easily hidden beneath clothing and bathing suits. All scars will continue to improve and fade over time. Avoiding tobacco use and sun exposure will help the healing of your incisions.
RESULTS
Tummy tuck surgery can provide long-lasting to permanent results that will leave your abdominal area looking smoother and more toned.
COST
The cost of your tummy tuck procedure will vary based on certain factors, which include surgical fees and techniques. Dr. Pearce will provide you with a price sheet during your consultation in Austin, Texas.
Dr. Pearce is an exceptional physician. Very easy to talk to and put my concerns and fears at rest. I will be sending my friends to see him.
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TUMMY TUCK FAQS
WHAT TYPE OF ANESTHESIA WILL BE USED DURING MY TUMMY TUCK PROCEDURE?
Tummy tuck surgery is performed using general anesthesia.
CAN TUMMY TUCK SURGERY GET RID OF MY STRETCH MARKS?
Yes. During your tummy tuck surgery, excess skin and stretch marks that lie below the belly button can be removed to provide you with smoother skin.
WILL I NEED TO HAVE DRAINS PLACED AFTER MY PROCEDURE?
Dr. Pearce uses the quilted approach, where multiple sutures are placed in layers to prevent the need for drains. However, surgical drains will be placed if necessary to collect excessive amounts of blood or fluid.
ARE THERE ANY RISKS OR SIDE EFFECTS INVOLVED WITH TUMMY TUCK SURGERY?
As with most surgical procedures, there are some risks involved with tummy tuck surgery. These include:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Fluid accumulation
- Skin loss
- Poor wound healing