Abdominoplasty aka Tummy Tuck Houston

When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, a tummy tuck is a safe procedure. Just like withnany major surgical procedure, there is always a risk of bleeding, scarring, or infection.

Patients may experience nausea or constipation as a side effect of anesthesia or from taking narcotics. Since a tummy tuck procedure does not enter the abdominal cavity, it’s very unlikely to experience any intestinal issues afterward.

Absolutely. You will be required to start walking the day after your tummy tuck, for about 5 minutes at antime. It’s also important not to overdo it.

A tummy tuck is a body contouring procedure, not a weight loss solution. Because of this, ideal patients will be near or at their goal body weight. To determine if this procedure is right for you, please contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

It is still possible to get pregnant after a tummy tuck, but individuals are advised to wait until they are done having children to undergo the procedure. Getting pregnant after a tummy tuck can stretch out the skin of the abdomen and may require a revision.

Yes. Male plastic surgery procedures are growing in popularity and tummy tucks are among the procedures that men are choosing to have.

A tummy tuck involves the creation of an incision on the lower abdomen, typically hip to hip. Once healed, this will result in a scar. However, this incision will be created below the bikini line, so it can be covered by underwear or swimwear.

During the procedure, the abdominal muscles is usually sutured together, a process called plication, which can treat mild to moderate muscle laxity due to pregnancy or weight gain.

To prepare for a tummy tuck, you’ll want to maintain a stable weight, quit smoking if you’re a smoker, avoid blood thinners, arrange for a friend or family member to take you to and from surgery, and pick up any prescriptions you’ll need after surgery.

You will need to wear a compression binding garment on your abdominal area for about 6 weeks after surgery. This garment helps prevent fluid build-up and supports the new contours of your abdomen

By maintaining a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and plenty of exercise, your tummy tuck results can last a lifetime.

The amount of fat the liposuction can safely remove varies depending on various factors. This includes the patient's individual health, the number of areas being treated, and the surgeon’s professional assessment. Generally, the limit is about 5-8 pounds of fat.

A tummy tuck shouldn’t be painful at all. At Suncoast Plastic Surgery, we use general anesthesia to ensure you’re completely comfortable throughout the procedure.

Without the excess skin on your abdominal area, physical exercise can become easier and more comfortable. Strengthening the abdominal walls can also make a positive impact on your workouts. Both of these effects can lead to increased weight loss.

After your tummy tuck, you’ll likely need to start on a purely liquid diet, and then as you heal, you can introduce softer foods and go up gradually from there. Dr. Chaudhari will provide detailed instructions on what to eat and when you can return to your normal diet.

Ideal candidates for a tummy tuck are adults in generally good health with realistic expectations who are struggling with excess skin and fat around their abdomen and/or have separated or weakened abdominal muscles. We also recommend good candidates be nonsmokers and not be pregnant or breastfeeding.

A tummy tuck can help to achieve a flatter, tighter abdomen. This is through the removal of excess skin and fat from the abdomen, as well as the tightening of the abdominal wall muscles. To maintain results, patients should maintain a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle.