What Is A Tummy Tuck?
Loose skin and stubborn fat around the midsection can be frustrating, especially when you've lost a significant amount of weight or have been trying to get your pre-pregnancy body back. While diet and exercise can go a long way in improving your health and physique, in many cases, the only way to achieve a tighter look after weight loss is with tummy tuck surgery. Also known as abdominoplasty, tummy tuck surgery is a body shaping treatment aimed at removing excess skin and leftover fat around the stomach for a slimmer, sleeker appearance. This popular procedure at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery allows patients an opportunity to experience a redefined physique and restore confidence. Keep reading to learn more about how tummy tuck surgery works before scheduling your consultation at our Chicago, IL plastic surgery office.
How Is Tummy Tuck Surgery Performed?
Tummy tuck surgery is performed with the patient under general anesthesia. There are multiple approaches we might take for your procedure, depending on the specific area of the abdomen you want to target and how much excess tissue there is to remove. For a full tummy tuck, we'll take a more in-depth approach, making an incision from hip bone to hip bone before removing skin and fat and tightening the muscles underneath. There is also the mini tummy tuck, a less invasive technique that focuses specifically on the area below the belly button. Finally, for individuals with wrinkles or sagging between the chest and belly button, our team performs reverse abdominoplasty to lift up the abdominal skin. Regardless of which technique we choose, the procedure involves scarring and recovery can vary based on which method is used. During your initial consultation at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery, we'll review your concerns and recommend a tummy tuck approach that's right for your needs.
What Are the Benefits of A Tummy Tuck?
Tummy tuck surgery can be a life-changing option for women and men in the Chicago, IL area who want to finally rid themselves of stubborn fat and excess skin for a more toned, confident look. If your physique doesn't reflect the work you're putting in at the gym, then you may be interested in learning more about the benefits of abdominoplasty, which include:
- Tightens the muscles in the core
- Can correct physical issues caused by abdominal separation
- Eradicates extra fat and skin from the stomach
- May help alleviate back pain
- Helps individuals to achieve a healthy weight
- Strengthens spinal support, balance, and mobility
- Gives you a trimmer look
Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery Reviews
Over the past two years I have worked with Dr. Schierle to achieve my postpartum 'glow up' and couldn't be more thrilled with my results. Both my chin lipo and upper bleph have left me feeling refreshed, confident and more youthful. I had both procedures in office under local anesthesia and had no issues. Not only does Dr. Schierle care about the physical result of his work but he also cares deeply about how the patient feels, which I experienced first hand during my 3 and 4 month post op appointments. I highly recommend Dr. Schierle for your plastic surgery needs- he's exceptional!
5 Star Upper Bleph and Chin Lipo Result - Over the past two years I have worked with Dr. Schierle to achieve my postpartum 'glow up' and couldn't be more thrilled with my results. Both my chin lipo and upper bleph have left me feeling refreshed, confident and more youthful. I had both procedures in office under local anesthesia and had no issues. Not only does Dr. Schierle care about the physical result of his work but he also cares deeply about how the patient feels, which I experienced first hand during my 3 and 4 month post op appointments. I highly recommend Dr. Schierle for your plastic surgery needs- he's exceptional!
Dr. Moradian is one of a kind. Not only is he a talented surgeon but he has a great bedside manner. I am very pleased with the outcome of my procedure. I recommend Dr. Moradian very highly!
Dr. Moradian is very welcoming, professional, and talented and provides excellent care. I recommend him to anybody considering cosmetic surgery.
I love how I look and feel—that is obvious, that is the stuff that shows to the world. But what Dr. Schierle and Monika Cieszynski did for me was really so much more than that. I have struggled with loose skin and a large belly my whole life. What they REALLY did for me was free up space in my mind. I cannot put accurately into words what this does to a person. I am free. I have so much gratitude and appreciation. My body is strong and looks great—but my mind—what it did for my mind is quite profound.
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Transform Your Figure and Your Confidence
No matter how hard you work on your fitness, excess skin and fat around the belly can leave you with a doughy appearance. For the most part, tummy tuck surgery is the only way to effectively deal with this issue. If you are tired of looking at sagging skin around your abdomen, our providers at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery are happy to explore our body contouring options with you. Contact our practice in Chicago, IL to learn more.
