Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Athens, GA | Stephen Lober Plastic Surgery

Understanding Abdominoplasty

An abdominoplasty is a sophisticated cosmetic procedure designed to improve abdominal appearance by addressing multiple physiological changes. The procedure effectively removes excess skin and fat while tightening and flattening the abdomen through precise muscle repair.

Key Procedure Benefits

• Removes stretched abdominal skin and persistent stretch marks
• Repairs separated rectus muscles
• Eliminates diet-resistant fat deposits
• Restores pre-pregnancy or post-weight loss abdominal contour

Comprehensive Tummy Tuck Solutions

Procedure Types

Mini Abdominoplasty

Features a limited lower abdominal incision, typically extending an existing C-section scar. This approach involves minimal skin and fat removal with targeted muscle tightening.

Full Abdominoplasty

Involves an extended lower abdominal incision, allowing comprehensive tissue elevation and repositioning. This method enables significant excess skin and fat removal with complete rectus muscle repair.

Ideal Candidates for Tummy Tuck

Optimal candidates include women who have:

• Returned to a healthy body weight after pregnancy
• Persistent stretched-out skin
• Residual diet-resistant fat deposits
• Separated abdominal muscles

Procedure and Recovery Details

Stephen Lober Plastic Surgery performs tummy tucks under general anesthesia in a private surgical center. The procedure typically takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours, utilizing absorbable sutures and temporary surgical drains.

Recovery Milestones

• Drains removed within 7-10 days
• Light activities resumed immediately post-surgery
• Potential driving capability after 3-5 days
• Moderate exercise possible by 14 days

Surgical Philosophy

Stephen Lober Plastic Surgery emphasizes that abdominoplasty is most effective when combined with ongoing diet modification and exercise. The procedure can provide dramatic visual improvements while supporting patients' overall health and body composition goals.

For more information about Tummy Tuck in Athens, GA, submit an enquiry to Stephen Lober Plastic Surgery.