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What You Should Know Before Considering A Tummy Tuck

Plastic Surgery Specialists in Hollywood, FL Florida is a great choice to finally go through with that tummy tuck procedure you’ve been meaning to get out of the way.

Before your consultation, set aside some time to brainstorm all the questions you have and leave space to write down your doctor’s answers.
It is important to get into the details when you set out to have the surgery, or abdominoplasty in scientific terms. Know the details about the doctor chosen and know the specific details about your surgery. Here is everything you need to know about a tummy tuck.

What Is a Tummy Tuck?

It is a surgical cosmetic procedure performed to remove excess skin and fat among the midsection for a sleek and slender frame.

How Much Does This Procedure Cost?

Don’t get comfortable with the surgeon’s fee alone, because that will not be the end to your bill. Often times, there is an anesthesia fee as well as an operating room fee. Make sure you know all the costs upfront to help you make an informed decision. On average, expect to spend about $5,500 dollars.

Will a Tummy Tuck Help Me Lose Weight?

Technically yes, the removal of the extra fat and skin end up being around three pounds in weight.

How Do I Find the Right Plastic Surgeon?

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Imagine if the roles were reversed, a doctor would likely drill you on the surgery about to be performed. You must find out who will legitimately do the best job for you. Ask the plastic surgeon questions. Ask him for personal references, like individuals that were his former patients. Ask to see pictures of before and after pictures of the surgery and verify that this is not just stock photography, and that he or she performed the procedure with this desired outcome.

Who Can Benefit From a Tummy Tuck Procedure?

This procedure will not reduce fat, but it will make the skin around your midsection tighter, which will be more pleasing to your eyes. This procedure is beneficial for people with excessive skin around their stomach due to reasons related to a fluctuation in weight. The accumulated skin has nowhere to go unlike the fat that just disappears. This skin must be surgically tightened. Be sure you will remain at the current weight you are at before you get this procedure.

After Surgery

Your tummy might feel like it’s being pulled when you try to stand up straight. Eventually, this feeling will go away as will any scar. It just takes time. After that, just be sure to enjoy your smooth new and improved mid-section!

So, what are you waiting for? Contact the experts at Plastic Surgery Specialists in Hollywood, FL to schedule your initial consultation. Get that beach body back before the summer!

Yoav Barnavon, MD, FACS

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