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
Plastic Surgery Services of Fredericksburg Reviews
Dr. Aflaki & team are amazing! Mommy makeover after losing 80lbs - After losing 80lbs in less than a year, I was left with loose skin and saggy breasts. I got a consult with Dr. Aflaki. He was empathetic, a great listener, knowledgeable and very helpful. Great experience!
The results are life changing - happy with my body modifications - I had a tummy tuck 360 performed in September 2024. The results are life changing. It's not uncomfortable for me to sit anymore and I'm very happy with my body modifications. I would recommend Dr. Aflaki to anyone who is considering cosmetic surgery.
Tummy Tuck and BBL - My experience with Dr. Aflaki has been phenomenal. From the first consult to the first post op appointment, Dr. Aflaki arrives punctual, is professional, and polite. The medical team, nurses and the administrative staff is top notch at this practice. The ones I have worked with have been patient, knowledgeable, supportive, and very kind. My Surgery went well and I am very happy with my immediate results.I think Dr. Aflaki’s surgical skill and expertise contributed to an easier than expected recovery. I fully trust Dr. Aflaki with my medical care and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a tummy tuck and BBL.
I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the amazing job Dr. Aflaki did with my abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), mastopexy (breast lift), and lipo 360 procedure in October 2024. His expertise and attention to detail truly made a difference in my journey, I couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you Dr. Aflaki and his team for the exceptional work and support. I will gladly recommend Dr. Aflaki to anyone considering similar procedures. Please follow him on Instagram to see his work.
Fantastic Results - The results after my mommy makeover have exceeded my expectations! Dr Heppe is very skilled and the facility is clean and welcoming.
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Starting Cost
$6,300.00
Recovery Time
1 – 2 Weeks
Is A Tummy Tuck Right for Me?
Abdominoplasty can be offered to both women and men. If you have sagging skin as well as unwanted fat in the lower abdomen, this cosmetic surgery can help produce a tighter and slimmer physique. Dr. Heppe suggests you be at a healthy weight before undergoing this treatment. Tummy tuck surgery is not a substitute for weight loss — it focuses on loose skin. Liposuction is generally incorporated during the procedure to reduce fat. If your lower stomach has good skin laxity, but you still are not satisfied with the appearance of your midsection even on a healthy diet, you may be a better candidate for liposuction. Women considering this treatment should be past pregnancy to make sure the results are not affected.
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.