Making Sense of Body Coutouring

Liposuction versus Tummy Tuck

DO YOU HAVE A BELLY BULGE?

Find out which is the best treatment for your body.

It’s summer time! The time when we strive for a flat, smooth, toned midsection. Sometimes, despite a good diet and exercise program, the belly bulge just won’t budge. Experiencing weight changes or pregnancy can lead to changes in the abdomen. The skin becomes stretched and loses its elasticity leading to extra abdominal skin. Abdominal muscles relax resulting in loss of definition. Surgery on the midsection could be an option. But which is better? Liposuction? Tummy tuck? Or both?

WHAT IS LIPOSUCTION?

Liposuction is often the first thought in helping to achieve a flat abdomen. Liposuction is a body contouring procedure that removes stubborn areas of fat that do not respond to diet and exercise. It is ideal for people with good skin elasticity and muscle tone.

Through tiny incisions, a small tube with holes uses suction to remove isolated fat pockets. Specific areas for liposuction include the abdomen, love handles or sides, outer thighs, and certain areas of the back. Liposuction does not address excess skin, loose skin or abdominal muscles. For optimal results, it is best to be at or close to your ideal weight.

To learn answers to common liposuction questions, click here.

WHAT IS A TUMMY TUCK?

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) reshapes and flattens the abdominal area by removing excess abdominal skin and tightening loose, stretched abdominal muscles. Significant weight loss or pregnancy can stretch and weaken the muscles of the abdominal wall causing them to separate. The “belly pooch” is result of the stretched muscles being unable to support the vital organs of the abdomen.

Even a dedicated abdominal workout will not restore the muscles to their original position. A tummy tuck will bring the muscles edges together, pull the belly back in, creating a firmer tighter abdomen. Liposuction can be included with a tummy tuck to help further smooth and contour the abdominal area.

To see examples of before and after tummy tuck photos, click here.

LIPOSUCTION AND TUMMY TUCKS ARE POPULAR PROCEDURES

In 2018, these procedures were in the top five cosmetic procedures performed for women and men. Consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon is the best way to determine which procedure will achieve your goals. The consultation will provide you an opportunity to discuss your coIn 2018, these procedures were in the top five cosmetic procedures performed for women and men. Consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon is the best way to determine which procedure will achieve your goals. The consultation will provide you an opportunity to discuss your concerns and expectations. The surgeon will assess your skin quality, abdominal muscle tightness, presence of any excess fat and make a recommendation.ncerns and expectations. The surgeon will assess your skin quality, abdominal muscle tightness, presence of any excess fat and make a recommendation.

WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Regaining your smooth, toned abdomen with body contouring procedures like liposuction or tummy tuck can be a life-changing experience. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Maffi to determine which procedure is right for you. Contact Maffi Surgery Clinic at 480.505.6430.

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