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 TUMMY TUCK - ABDOMINOPLASTY
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WHO IS A CANDIDATE?
If you have loose or sagging abdominal wall skin frequently associated with abnormal relaxation of the anterior abdominal wall muscles (frequently secondary to multiple pregnancies or prior surgery).
If you are unable to tighten abdominal wall skin with exercise.
INTENDED RESULTS
A smoother flatter abdomen.
PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION
The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia either within the hospital or in an outpatient setting. (Mini and modified abdominoplasties are similarly performed.)
Mini-abdominoplasty tightens the lower abdominal wall skin only (shortest scar). Modified abdominoplasty addresses conditions where just the muscle wall or just the abdominal skin requires repair.
Standard abdominoplasty tightens all of the abdominal wall skin and muscles (standard scar).
Extended abdominoplasty tightens the abdomen and the flanks or sides (longest scar extending around the flanks onto lower back.)
RECUPERATION AND HEALING
Abdominoplasty can be one of the more uncomfortable plastic surgery procedures and probably requires more time-consuming and limiting recovery.
One to three days of hospitalization or skilled nursing care or assistance at home is usually indicated.
You will be encouraged to be moving and walking regularly within 1-2 days. Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days.
Sports will not be comfortable for about 6 weeks.
OTHER OPTIONS
Additional procedures that may enhance the result are Liposuction, Breast Procedures, or Thigh Lift.
INSURANCE GUIDELINES
This procedure is now considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by insurance. The patient is responsible for payment.
NOTE
The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation.
All surgical procedures have some degree of risk.
Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally.
Major complications are unusual.
We offer patient financing thru Reliance Medical Finance. View tummy tuck photos.
LIPOSUCTION
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WHO IS A CANDIDATE?
If you have excess subcutaneous fat, which is resistant to diet and exercise.
If you wish to change the contours of your body.
Commonly involved areas are the anterior part of the neck (under the chin), upper arms and armpits, male chest/breasts, trunk, abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, inner knees, calves, and ankles.
Most patients are near normal weight and desire permanent contour changes.
Improved techniques now allow larger amounts of fat removal.
Liposculpture can be useful to heavier persons as well.
INTENDED RESULTS
A permanent improvement in the contour and proportion of the treated areas. A more flattering figure or physique, in or out of clothing.
PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION
The procedures are done on an outpatient basis. General anesthesia is usually used for safety and comfort. Small suction tubes (cannulas) are inserted through very short incisions placed in inconspicuous locations near the fat deposits, and excess fat is removed. If very large volumes of fat are to be removed, we will probably ask you to donate one or two units of blood and take supplemental iron before surgery.
Your own blood will be used as a transfusion at the end of surgery.
RECUPERATION AND HEALING
The patient goes home with a compression garment (or tape) covering the treated areas. Compression is advised for about a month as it helps reduce swelling and helps you achieve the final result more quickly.
Once pain and soreness decrease, it is frequently more comfortable to wear lycra or spandex exercise pants. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Bruising and swelling usually subside in 2-4 weeks.
The final result takes shape over 2-3 months.
OTHER OPTIONS
Additional procedures that may enhance the result are Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty), Breast Reduction, Breast Lift, Breast Augmentation, Thigh Lift, or Buttock Lift.
INSURANCE GUIDELINES
This procedure is considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by insurance.
The patient is responsible for payment.
NOTE
The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation.
All surgical procedures have some degree of risk.
Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally.
Major complications are rare.
We offer patient financing thru Reliance Medical Finance.
View liposuction photos.
BODY LIFT
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WHO IS A CANDIDATE?
If you have excess body skin (frequently due to significant weight loss or post gastric bypass surgery).
INTENDED RESULTS
A smoother flatter abdomen and buttock tightening, diminishing thigh cellulite and removal of back rolls or excess back skin.
PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia either within the hospital or in an outpatient setting. Although the surgical sequence varies depending on the needs of each patient, we will usually treat the belly first, by removing the excess skin from the belly button down to the pubic area. The abdominal wall muscle, which is deep to the skin and fat of the belly, is then tightened. The fat and skin above the belly button is then stretched down to the pubic area and sutured in place. A new opening is made to allow the belly button to be brought through, in its original position. The patient is then turned to the side and the excess skin and fat from the side to the mid back is removed. This part of the operation reduces and lifts the outer thighs. As the skin and fat are removed from the back the back rolls are reduced and the buttocks are lifted. Each of these maneuvers is done to a different degree depending on the needs of the patient. Some patients require liposuction of the outer thighs. The same is performed on the other side of the body. A belt lipectomy will usually require between 3.5 to 7 hours to perform.
RECUPERATION AND HEALING
The Body Lift can be one of the more uncomfortable plastic surgery procedures and probably requires more time-consuming and limiting recovery.
One to three days of hospitalization or skilled nursing care or assistance at home is usually indicated.
You will be encouraged to be moving and walking regularly within 1-2 days.
Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. Sports will not be comfortable for about 6 weeks.
OTHER OPTIONS
Additional procedures that may enhance the result are Liposuction, Breast Procedures, Upper Arm Lift or Thigh Lift.
INSURANCE GUIDELINES
This procedure is not always considered cosmetic and therefore may be covered by insurance.
If it is not, the patient is responsible for payment.
NOTE
The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation.
All surgical procedures have some degree of risk.
Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally.
Major complications are unusual.
 UPPER ARM LIFT
WHO IS A CANDIDATE?
If you have unsightly sagging skin on the upper arms due to aging, genetics, or weight loss.
INTENDED RESULTS
Reduction or elimination of excess skin from the upper arms.
PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION
The procedure is usually done under general anesthesia. In order to remove the unwanted skin, an incision is required that runs from near the elbow into the armpit. The incision is placed in the most inconspicuous location (inner arm toward the back), but some scarring will always be visible.
RECUPERATION AND HEALING
After surgery, the upper arms are either wrapped or placed in an elastic sleeve to reduce swelling.
Initial healing usually occurs in 10-14 days.
Sutures are usually removed within the first 2-3 weeks.
Swelling and bruising gradually disappear over 3-4 weeks.
All swelling is gone in 3-6 months.
The scars fade in 6-24 months, depending on your skin.
OTHER OPTIONS
An additional procedure that may enhance the result is Liposuction of the upper arms or axillae.
INSURANCE GUIDELINES
This procedure is considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by insurance. The patient is responsible for payment.
NOTE
The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation.
All surgical procedures have some degree of risk.
Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally.
Major complications are unusual.
We offer patient financing thru Reliance Medical Finance. View arm lift photos.
MALE BREAST REDUCTION
WHO IS A CANDIDATE?
If you are a man who has excessively large breasts.
If you have excess or sagging tissue in your chest area after losing a large amount of weight.
INTENDED RESULT
A flatter chest with a more masculine contour.
PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION
Excess breast tissue or fat can be removed with liposuction, excision, or a combination of both. Excess skin can be excised. The procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia but can be done with sedation and local anesthesia.
RECUPERATION AND HEALING
You will go home several hours after surgery to be cared for by a friend or relative.
A compression vest or chest wrapping is usually indicated for a week or two after surgery to help reduce swelling.
Sutures are usually removed within 7-10 days after surgery.
OTHER OPTIONS
Additional procedures that will enhance the result are liposuction of excess fat in axilla (armpit area) or contouring and flattening of abdomen with liposuction and /or tummy tuck.
INSURANCE GUIDELINES
This operation is occasionally covered by some, but not all, insurance companies.
Pre- approval or denial is obtained from your insurance carrier before surgery.
NOTE
The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation.
All surgical procedures have some degree of risk.
Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally.
Major complications are unusual.
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