A flat stomach isn't something most people can say they have. Between getting older, extreme weight loss, or having kids, your ability to keep your stomach toned has gone out the window.
If you've tried diet and exercise but you're still unhappy with your midsection, the Breast, Body, Beauty Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery team in Atlanta, Georgia, offers a tummy tuck for long-term and stunning results.
Dr. Aisha Baron is an experienced plastic surgeon who provides various nonsurgical and surgical techniques to give you the body you've been dreaming of.
A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes fat and excess skin in and around your abdomen. During the procedure, we also tighten damaged or loose abdominal muscles for a stunningly flat and toned stomach.
Also known as an abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck is a procedure that helps people achieve a flat stomach who can't get it through diet and exercise alone. However, it's not a substitute for weight loss or a healthy lifestyle.
Although the results are technically permanent, they could change with weight fluctuations or pregnancy. It's crucial to maintain a healthy lifestyle and wait to have a tummy tuck until you've finished having kids.
You may be a good candidate for a tummy tuck if you have excess skin or fat around your midsection that's resistant to exercise and diet. Women who've had children and can't tone their abdomen because of separated abdominal muscles and excess skin can also consider a tummy tuck.
It's essential to have realistic expectations when thinking about a tummy tuck. It's not a miracle cure, although the results are stunning. If you're considering a tummy tuck, it's best to be near your ideal weight and understand that maintaining a healthy lifestyle after the procedure is crucial for lasting results.
A tummy tuck is an outpatient procedure, meaning you can go home to recover the same day. You’ll receive anesthesia to ensure you don't feel pain.
During the procedure, Dr. Baron makes an incision below your bikini line. She pulls your skin up to reveal your abdominal muscles. If they require repair, she sutures them into place and removes excess skin.
If you have stubborn deposits of fat around your abdominal area, we can use liposuction to remove them. Dr. Baron then repositions your belly button to the mid-abdomen area of your new, flatter stomach.
She also puts drains in your abdomen to relieve any fluid buildup during the recovery process. After a short period in the recovery area, you can go home to rest.
The first week or two after a tummy tuck can be particularly tough. You may have discomfort, bruising, and swelling, all of which are normal.
It may take up to three months to see results due to swelling and inflammation. It's crucial to follow our instructions after surgery to avoid infection or other complications.
Over the next few months, you should begin to see your new, flatter stomach as you heal. You can start getting back to normal activities within a few weeks, when you begin to feel like yourself again.
Although the results are permanent, it's vital to continue exercising regularly and eating a healthy diet to avoid a change in your body's appearance.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Baron to discuss a tummy tuck, contact our team by phone or request an appointment on our website today.
