Diet and exercise aren’t always enough to achieve your desired aesthetic.
If you’ve struggled to flatten your stomach despite your best efforts in the kitchen and in the gym, a tummy tuck (more formally called an abdominoplasty) may be right for you. At Virden MD, we specialize in tummy tuck surgery to bring you a more flat and toned stomach.
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Ideal candidates for our tummy tuck surgery want to improve their appearance and self-confidence. If you’re a woman with a C-section scar or loose skin after pregnancy, or if you’ve lost weight and have excess skin and fat, you might be a good candidate. This procedure is also ideal for men and women with stretch marks or loose abdominal skin.
Book a consultation with our team to determine if a tummy tuck is right for you.
Tummy tuck surgery is always performed in a Reno surgical center. All are accredited surgery centers. The invasiveness of a tummy tuck procedure can vary which is why we take all precautions for your comfort and safety.
Regardless of the type, general anesthesia is used and the surgery takes 2 to 4 hours. After the procedure, you’ll wear a compression garment and head home to recover.
Patients typically need 2 to 3 weeks of rest before resuming normal activities and 4 to 6 weeks before starting strenuous exercise.
While a tummy tuck delivers your desired outcome of a tighter, more toned abdomen, it’s important to understand that some scarring is inevitable. However, Dr. Virden prioritizes minimizing scarring. The incisions are strategically placed in discreet locations, typically lower on your abdomen where they can be hidden by underwear. For most patients, the dramatic improvement in their stomach’s look and feel outweighs any concerns about the resulting scars.
Tummy tuck is permanent and can last for the rest of your life. However, maintaining a stable weight, following a healthy lifestyle, and understanding the natural effects of aging and pregnancy are all important to understand to maximize the longevity of your tummy tuck’s sculpted appearance.
While tummy tuck surgery isn’t designed for weight loss, you will notice a change in your clothing size. The exact amount varies depending on several factors.
The average range for most patients is a reduction of 2 to 3 dress sizes for women or pant sizes for men. Factors affecting size change include the amount of excess skin and fat removed, your body type, and your starting size.
Tummy tuck surgery is considered an elective cosmetic procedure and insurance companies do not cover the cost.
A mini tummy tuck is designed for a more targeted approach compared to a full tummy tuck. A mini tummy tuck focuses solely on the lower abdomen, specifically the area below the belly button, and typically involves a shorter incision often placed along the bikini line. Unlike a full tummy tuck, it will not address separated abdominal muscles.
A mini tummy tuck is ideal for individuals with minimal excess skin and fat concentrated in the lower abdomen, often after pregnancy or weight loss.
Tummy tucks target loose skin and weak muscles. Liposuction eliminates stubborn fat deposits for those with good skin elasticity. Recovery is generally quicker with liposuction (5 to 7 days), while a tummy tuck offers a more dramatic transformation but longer recovery time (2 to 3 weeks).
Liposuction can target other areas but if you do come in for a tummy tuck with Dr. Virden, he will perform tummy liposuction as a part of this procedure.
Microneedling is a minimally invasive option for minimizing the appearance of tummy tuck scars. It works by creating tiny needle pricks in your skin, triggering your body’s natural healing response to produce collagen and elastin. This can improve scar texture, smoothness, and discoloration.
Consult your provider to determine if microneedling is the right choice for reducing your tummy tuck scar.
If you want a slimmer, more flattering figure and have noticed that no matter how hard you work, a pooch still resides in your abdominal area, a tummy tuck may help you reach your goals. We also welcome weight loss patients who are seeking skin removal surgery to finalize their weight loss transformation journey. Schedule a consultation with our office today and learn how a tummy tuck can revamp your appearance and self-confidence in (or out) of your clothes.
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