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Tummy tuck
Explore changes to abdominal skin and the abdominal wall.
Discuss this procedure ↗A consultation is a conversation. Surgery is a separate decision.
What to understand
The purpose.
And the perspective.
A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, addresses excess abdominal skin and may include work on the abdominal wall. It is different from liposuction, which addresses selected fat deposits.
Whether surgery is appropriate depends on an individual assessment, medical history, goals, and informed discussion. No outcome is guaranteed.
General reading: American Society of Plastic Surgeons ↗
Make the conversation useful
What would the scar placement and length be?
What help would I need at home and for how long?
Points to bring with you
Look at the whole decision.
This is not a weight-loss procedure.
Blood clots, wound healing, and scarring should be discussed.
Future pregnancy and significant weight changes may affect the result.
These are discussion prompts, not a complete list of risks. Ask for the proposed procedure's full consent information and an explanation of your individual risks.
Your pace. Your decision.
Start with a conversation.
Explore the 30-minute consultation experience with a choice of video or in-person format.