Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, tightens the skin and underlying fascia (the layer covering the muscles) of the belly.  Because of age, childbirth, or simply genetics, it may never be possible to have a flat abdomen--even with aggressive exercise.

This procedure tightens those areas of the body for which you have no control, and can help give you that bikini belly. 

Many patients are good candidates for a mini-abdominoplasty which results in a much smaller scar.

Through a careful examination, Dr. Dorner will determine which procedure is right for you.  Either way, the results are dramatic!

Abdominoplasty

Summary

Length: 2-5 hours

Anesthesia

General or local.

In or Outpatient

Side Effects: pain, swelling, numbness, bruising, tiredness

Risks: blood clots, infection, bleeding, poor healing.

Incision placement

Traditional – includes incision around belly-button

Mini-abdominoplasty – no belly-button incision

Recovery

Work: 2-4 weeks

Strenuous activity: 4-6 weeks

Scar fading: months