Tummy Tuck ( Abdominoplasty)
Tummy Tuck | Morea Plastic Surgery | Raleigh, NC
A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a body contouring surgical procedure that involves the removal of excess abdominal wall skin, tightening of the abdominal muscles, and the removal of some excess fatty tissue. This procedure is frequently requested in our Raleigh, N.C. plastic surgery facility. With over 18 years of experience as a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Christopher Morea has performed thousands of tummy tuck procedures in our fully accredited operating suite.
There are multiple reasons why a tummy tuck procedure may be required. Pregnancy, childbearing, significant weight loss/gain, or the aging process in general. The most common reason our patients in Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding areas seek Dr. Morea’s services for a tummy tuck is to remove fat and reverse the effects of pregnancy and childbearing on the abdomen. The abdominal wall can become stretched as a result of weight gain due to pregnancy. This weakened abdominal wall provides less support and internal organs may bulge giving the abdomen a larger appearance. This problem is particularly common in women who have had multiple pregnancies. Excess skin and stretch marks can also be of concern following pregnancy.
Other tummy tuck patients may have excess skin on the abdomen caused by significant weight gain and then weight loss. Patients who have had bariatric surgery such as gastric sleeve or gastric band procedures may lose 100 pounds or more. It is not uncommon for these patients to feel frustrated with the appearance of the abdomen following such a large weight loss. Stretching of the abdominal wall and skin following this type of weight loss cannot be reversed with exercise or sit-ups.
Tummy tuck procedures at Morea Plastic Surgery take approximately four hours and are performed in our AAAASF-certified operating suite. Our talented staff of experienced Registered Nurses will care for you in our recovery room until you are ready for discharge. Patients go home the same day of surgery. The recovery following a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty will vary from patient to patient, however, most patients can return to work both inside and outside of the home in approximately 10 days.
Morea Plastic Surgery offers tummy tuck procedures to patients of different ages, weights, and heights. During your initial consultation at Morea Plastic Surgery Center, you’ll have a one-on-one meeting with Dr. Morea to discuss your unique cosmetic surgery goals. He will recommend the appropriate abdominal cosmetic surgery procedure for you. You’ll also get the chance to browse through our extensive library of before and after photos of real patients from our practice. The cost of a full tummy tuck or abdominoplasty varies depending on factors such as height, weight, and any underlying medical conditions. Typically, the cost ranges between $8,000 and $12,000.
Tummy Tuck ( Abdominoplasty) - Before & After
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