For a smoother, flatter abdomen
Could this procedure be right for you?
- If you have loose or sagging abdominal wall skin frequently associated with abnormal relaxation of the anterior abdominal wall muscles.
- If you are unable to tighten abdominal wall skin with exercise.
Intended Results
- A smoother, flatter abdomen.
Procedure Description
- Your surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia, either within the hospital or in an outpatient setting. (Mini and modified abdominalplasties are similarly performed.)
- Mini-abdominalplasty tightens your lower abdominal wall skin only (shortest scar).
- Modified abdominalplasty addresses conditions where just the muscle wall or just your abdominal skin require repair.
- Standard abdominalplasty tightens all of your abdominal wall skin and muscles (standard scar).
- Extended abdominalplasty tightens your abdomen and flanks or sides (longest scar extending around the flanks onto your lower back).
Recuperation and Healing
- This may be done as an outpatient procedure or you may have an overnight hospital stay.
- You will be encouraged to be moving and walking regularly within one to two days.
- Light activity is comfortable in one to two weeks.
- Sports will not be comfortable for about four to six weeks.
Other Options For Your Consideration
Additional procedures that may enhance your results are Liposuction, Male Breast Reduction.
Take Note of These Important Insurance Guidelines
This procedure is considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by your insurance.