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Which Type of Tummy Tuck Surgery Is Right For Me?

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marking-waist-for-Tummy-Tuck-SurgeryIn the world of plastic surgery, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all procedure. In fact, many patients may not realize that popular plastic surgery procedures like tummy tuck surgery can often be performed in different ways depending on the needs of each person. All tummy tuck methods are meant to help by removing sagging, stretched skin from the abdominal area, but there are differences that patients should be aware of heading into their consultation appointments. This is why I wanted to discuss the differences between standard tummy tuck surgery and my signature Band Aid Tummy Tuck here today.

Standard Tummy Tuck

A standard (or traditional) tummy tuck procedure is what typically comes to mind when discussing rejuvenation of the abdominal area with patients. This surgery is meant to help men and women who have loose skin, excess fat and/or damaged abdominal muscles that create the appearance of a “belly pooch.” During the procedure, excess skin and fat are removed, tissue is repositioned (if needed), while any damaged or separated muscles are repaired, to improve the tone and shape of the abdomen. This procedure can also provide terrific medical benefits as well for some patients, including improved posture, relief of back pain, and even addressing stress urinary incontinence in some cases.

Band Aid Tummy Tuck

Over the years, I have developed a series of minimally invasive procedure alternatives for patients including my Band Aid Tummy Tuck surgery. This less invasive form of tummy tuck was meant to provide more modest, subtle contouring results in the abdomen for patients who only need a small amount of skin or fat removed (and not muscles repaired). The Band Aid Tummy Tuck technique specifically focuses on regions of abdominal tissue that need the most attention, instead of addressing the entire abdomen. The surgery is performed in my office with gentle numbing, so recovery time is considerably shorter when compared to a standard tummy tuck.

How To Know Which Is Right For You

During the pre-surgery consultation, I will fully examine my patient to determine the cause of their aesthetic issue. This examination, paired with a thorough discussion of the patient’s preferences and cosmetic goals will help me better gauge which tummy tuck method will be the most appropriate for their needs. Some patients in need of muscle repair may not be good candidates for the Band Aid Tummy Tuck, but I like to leave all options open until a final decision needs to be made.

No matter which tummy tuck procedure is ultimately performed, my patients can count on receiving the best-possible care before, during, and after their surgery has been completed. For more information on tummy tuck surgery or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation appointment today, contact me, Dr. John LeRoy. You can follow along with me on Facebook for additional tips, practice news, and much more.

Band Aid Tummy Tuck: Minimally Invasive Abdominoplasty

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Every plastic surgeon knows that cosmetic surgery techniques vary because every patient’s body requires something different.  For instance, plastic surgeons aim to strategically hide incisions so that scars do not show after surgery, and what may appear hidden on one patient may not work for another.  Take liposuction patients as an example.  One liposuction patient may need more fat removed from an area like their abdomen, while a different patient may need more refining of their hips or flanks. These differences are why I’ve refined what I call my Band Aid procedures.

So far, I’ve developed minimally invasive techniques for Band Aid Liposuction, Band Aid Facelift, Band Aid Blepharoplasty, Band Aid Brow Lift, and Band Aid Tummy Tuck for those patients whose cosmetic concerns only require less invasive, “mini” procedure.

Similar to the traditional tummy tuck, the Band Aid Tummy Tuck can eliminate excess, stretched abdominal skin resulting from pregnancy or weight loss.  The only difference from the traditional procedure is that Band Aid Tummy Tuck patients should be of a healthy body weight and only have a tiny amount of excess abdominal tissue. Like all of my Band Aid procedures, I perform the Band Aid Tummy Tuck right in my office with gentle numbing using local anesthesia.

Sometimes, I combine the Band Aid Tummy Tuck with Band Aid Liposuction if my patient also has a small amount of excess fat they would like to have removed.  It’s important to understand that when I say a little excess tissue or a little excess fat, I mean just that.  Band Aid body shaping procedures are only effective for people who are already at a healthy body weight.

Although the Band Aid Tummy Tuck is a “mini” version of the traditional tummy tuck, it still produces noticeable results with significantly less recovery time.  Perfect for those mothers who just can’t eliminate excess abdominal skin with exercise, the Band Aid Tummy Tuck can also help provide a “mini” Mommy Makeover.  Mommy Makeover Surgery usually includes a combination of liposuction, tummy tuck, and a breast procedure (depending on the patient’s needs).

For more information on the plastic surgery procedures that I perform, visit my website and continue to read my blog for plastic surgery news.  I hope you’ll connect with me on Facebook and Twitter to learn more about my Band Aid procedures, along with other plastic surgery techniques and share with me what you’re interested in learning.