Tummy Tuck in Fredericksburg, VA
What Is A Tummy Tuck?
For women and men alike, loose skin and excess fat along the abdomen can be frustrating despite attempts to reduce it. Pregnancy, weight loss, and aging are the most common reasons someone may be unable to reclaim a tighter and slimmer tummy. A tummy tuck is a body contouring enhancement that reshapes the stomach area, achieving extraordinary results for patients. Fredericksburg, VA plastic surgeons Dr. Howard Heppe, Dr. Harold Bautista, and Dr. Pejman Aflaki perform an abdominoplasty that is tailored to the amount of excess skin and fat present. This popular surgery at Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg allows patients the opportunity to have a slimmer, tighter tummy and more confidence. Contact us to schedule your consultation, and learn more about how an abdominoplasty can eliminate excess skin and fat while also tightening the abdominal muscles.
How Is A Tummy Tuck Performed?
Tummy tuck surgery is performed with the patient under anesthesia. There are several methods to consider when this surgery is performed, which is applied to the individual's current condition. The incision shape and size are selected based on the quantity of excess skin. Some individuals with severe sagging and loose skin might benefit best from an extended tummy tuck. This abdominoplasty technique makes the incision from hip bone to hip bone, just on top of the pubic section. Some patients who are concerned with minimal skin wrinkling may be better suited for a smaller incision. These individuals still benefit from an abdominoplasty but will simply receive a less expansive scar. Regardless of the nature of the surgery, all abdominoplasty procedures at Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg involve the removal of sagging skin and fat.
What Are the Benefits of A Tummy Tuck?
A tummy tuck can be an excellent surgical option for patients in the Fredericksburg, VA area who want to treat abdominal fat, get a more sculpted appearance, and get in better shape. This surgery offered at Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg comes with these upsides:
- Gives you a more toned look
- Helps you to get closer to an optimal weight
- Removes extra fat and skin from the abdomen
- Can relieve back pain
- Might correct hernia symptoms and incontinence
- Strengthens spine support, stability, and flexibility
- Stabilizes the whole core
- Strengthens the muscles in the core
Tummy Tuck Reviews
Dr. H. Bautista is professional and has your best interest at heart. Excellent physician and great staff. I have had a wonderful experience with him from the beginning to end. I have had one surgery with him for muscle repair in my abdomen and results have also been amazing and recovery was smooth. I highly recommend him.
I was debating whether or not I wanted to get a tummy tuck for SO many years. I had serious reservations on doing an elective surgery as a mom of 3. I did several consults in VA and MA. Just when my mind was almost set for a doctor in Tyson’s, I found out about Dr.Aflaki from my neighbor. My neighbor looked amazing after her mommy makeover so I immediately called Dr. Aflaki ‘s office. I booked a consult for that same week. The whole process was explained and he answered a plethora of questions I had. Two weeks later I called and wanted a consult for a breast augmentation. They fit me right in for my consult and added it my surgery date which had already been scheduled. I look and feel AMAZING! I can’t even believe how amazing my results have been. The next day ant my follow up appt after taking off my bandages, I cried. I was so blown away by how amazing my results were just 24 hours later. I have absolutely no regrets and only wish I'd done it sooner. I would 100% recommend Dr.Aflaki if considering plastic surgery!!
Exceptional Experience with Dr. Aflaki: A Life-Changing Transformation (One month Post-op) I recently underwent a transformative journey with Dr. Aflaki and his incredible team, and I couldn't be happier with the results. After shedding 70 pounds, I opted for a full Tummy Tuck, Lipo 360, and muscle repair procedure. The muscle repair was my primary reason for getting the surgery and I’m so glad I did because Dr. Aflaki closed up a 2-3 finger gap. From the moment I scheduled my consultation, I knew I was in excellent hands. Dr. Aflaki's expertise, paired with his genuine kindness and friendliness, immediately put me at ease. Throughout the entire process, he remained informative and thorough, ensuring I felt confident every step of the way. The staff’s exceptional professionalism and compassion made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. I experienced no post-operative nausea or vomiting, and the pain was minimal, thanks to their attentive care. One month post-op, and the results are beyond my expectations. My waist is beautifully defined, my stomach is flat, and those pesky bra rolls are a thing of the past. I'm thrilled with the outcome and eagerly anticipate seeing even more progress as I continue my fitness journey. I cannot thank Dr. Aflaki and his team enough for their outstanding work. My experience with them has been nothing short of life-changing, and I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Aflaki to anyone considering plastic surgery.
Dr. Bautista performed my tummy tuck 4 months ago, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The entire process was significantly easier than I expected, from my first consult to my final post-op appointments. Any questions or concerns that I had during the process were addressed promptly, and the results have been life-changing.
The results have been life changing - Dr. Bautista performed my tummy tuck 4 months ago, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The entire process was significantly easier than I expected, from my first consult to my final post-op appointments. Any questions or concerns that I had during the process were addressed promptly, and the results have been life-changing.
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Starting Cost
$6,300.00
Recovery Time
1 – 2 Weeks
Tummy Tuck FAQ
How much does a tummy tuck cost?
At the time of your initial consultation, our team will develop your unique tummy tuck plan based on your unique concerns and goals before discussing costs. We will be able to better estimate your costs once the type of abdominoplasty is selected, what technique will be used, which anesthesia you will need, and more. To ensure you get great results from an experienced plastic surgeon, Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg makes it easier to afford your tummy tuck by accepting many payment methods and helping you find low-interest medical financing.
What type of tummy tuck should I get?
You will probably get one of the three most common types of tummy tucks: full, extended, and mini. In your initial consultation, your doctor will listen to your needs and goals before examining your stomach. Then, they can help you decide which tummy tuck will give you the best results. A full abdominoplasty is better if you want to fix issues in both the upper and lower stomach, whereas a mini abdominoplasty is good if you only have concerns under your belly button, like a "pooch." An extended tummy tuck can address issues in the abdomen plus your upper thighs and hips.
What will my scars look like?
As is the case with most surgeries, you can expect some level of scarring after your tummy tuck. During all tummy tucks, our providers strive to make the smallest, thinnest incisions possible to limit scarring. They also places incisions in less visible areas (through the belly button or in the public region) so they may be easily concealed by underwear or a swimsuit. After your tummy tuck, it is important to adhere to your scar management instructions so your incisions heal properly and eventually blend into your natural skin.
Can I get pregnant after a tummy tuck?
Although you may still get pregnant after a tummy tuck, it will affect your results. Our team recommends that you be done with planned pregnancies and childbirth before you consider a tummy tuck. If you do become pregnant following a tummy tuck, another surgery may be done to refresh your results.
Can I pair a tummy tuck with another surgery?
Several patients get a second surgery with an abdominoplasty to see more dramatic results. During your initial consultation at our Fredericksburg, VA plastic surgery office, we invite you to talk with your provider about your desires so a personalized treatment plan can be developed to match your aesthetic goals. You might combine abdominoplasty with a thigh lift for a lower body lift or other areas for body contouring. If you want to rejuvenate your whole body after having children or losing a significant amount of weight, you may be an ideal candidate for after weight loss surgery or a mommy makeover.
Renew Your Tummy
A variety of factors can result in a stretched-out abdominal area that leaves behind loose folds of skin. We know it can be frustrating and challenging — tummy tuck surgery is generally the primary way to overcome this. If you are embarrassed by the loose skin in your abdominal region, whether significant or not, abdominoplasty by Drs. Heppe, Bautista, and Aflaki in Fredericksburg, Northern Virginia, DC and the surrounding Maryland areas can help you get the body you desire. We invite you to call Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg to learn more.