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Tummy Tuck

Tummy Tuck Services Offered in Atlanta, GA

A tummy tuck can transform the appearance of your abdomen and is among the most popular surgical treatments offered at Innovative Surgical Arts Medspa in Atlanta, Georgia. Under the care of Melinda Miller-Thrasher, MD, many men and women have achieved their goals through a tummy tuck. Once at Innovative Surgical Arts Medspa, we will customize your surgical plan to achieve the best outcome. This may mean staging your procedure or advising weight loss prior to your procedure. When you’re ready to learn more, request a consultation online or over the phone.

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Tummy Tuck

Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the abdominal area while tightening the underlying muscles. This treatment is ideal for individuals who have experienced significant weight loss, pregnancy, or aging-related changes that have led to loose or sagging skin. The procedure typically involves a horizontal incision along the lower abdomen, allowing for comprehensive reshaping. Patients can expect a flatter, more toned abdomen and improved body contour, with recovery instructions provided to ensure a smooth healing process.

Average Cost: $8,000 - $10,000
Approximate Downtime: 2 weeks

If you’re unhappy with the appearance or tone of your abdomen, particularly the excess skin, a tummy tuck is the procedure for you. This treatment can remove stubborn fatty deposits, tighten loose skin, and even repair abdominal muscles that have separated due to pregnancy or weight gain (diastasis).

Your abdominal profile is unique, and your treatment should be designed to address those unique qualities.

When you rely on Innovative Surgical Arts Medspa for care, the process always begins with an unrushed, one-on-one consultation. This visit is an opportunity to share your treatment goals and learn if a tummy tuck best fits your needs.

After ensuring that a tummy tuck is indicated and that you are a candidate for the procedure, a preop visit is scheduled where the expectations and consent form are reviewed, labs are drawn, and the surgical date is selected. A follow-up appointment where labs are reviewed and additional questions are entertained can be in person or virtual. Third, once a date is selected, the anesthesia team will reach out to give you additional instructions necessary to attend to you safely.

You’ll receive medication to ensure you rest comfortably throughout your tummy tuck treatment. Your practitioner begins by making an incision across the lower portion of your abdomen, usually right above or at your pubic line.

This enables the surgeon to access the underlying tissues. Gently separating your skin from the next layer of tissue helps your practitioner alter the deeper-lying tissue types.

Removing unwanted fat through liposuction is a common part of a tummy tuck. Your surgeon might also suture your abdominal muscles back together if you’ve experienced damage to this part of the body.

Once they are pleased with the refined abdominal contouring, your practitioner carefully redrapes your skin before trimming away any excess tissue and closing the incision with sutures.

Taking time to prepare for a tummy tuck can make your recovery process far easier to navigate. Begin by thinking about how you’ll manage household tasks in the days after your procedure. Having a friend or family member drive you home and help out around the house for that first week can be very beneficial.

Your body heals quickly, but you should expect to experience some swelling, discomfort, and bruising that can linger for several weeks. As the swelling subsides and your body moves through the healing process, the true results of your tummy tuck become apparent.

For those who want to learn more, scheduling a visit is as easy as spending a few moments online or calling during normal business hours.