Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Lawrence, KS

Abdominoplasty Overview

Abdominoplasty is a comprehensive body reshaping procedure designed to significantly transform the abdominal region. Lawrence Plastic Surgery has refined this procedure over 25 years, offering hundreds of satisfied patients a method for simultaneously tightening skin, repairing the abdominal wall, and removing excess lower abdominal fat.

Ideal Candidates for Abdominoplasty

The best candidates for cosmetic abdominoplasty are healthy individuals who are at a stable weight and not significantly overweight. Maintaining proper diet and exercise after surgery will further enhance surgical results.

Advanced No-Drain Surgical Technique

Lawrence Plastic Surgery utilizes an innovative no-drain technique using progressive tension sutures. This advanced method allows for:

• Better tissue shaping
• Reduced tension at incision sites
• Elimination of post-surgical drains
• Improved patient comfort during recovery

Types of Abdominoplasty Procedures

Each abdominoplasty is customized based on individual patient needs, considering factors such as:

• Skin quality
• Abdominal wall strength
• Excess fat volume
• Underlying anatomical conditions

Procedure Variations Include:

• Limited Abdominoplasty
• Full Abdominoplasty
• Extended Abdominoplasty
• Circumferential Abdominoplasty
• Panniculectomy

Combination Procedures

Abdominoplasty can often be combined with complementary procedures, allowing patients to address multiple concerns in a single surgical session. Potential combination procedures include:

• Breast surgery
• Liposuction
• Hernia repair
• Facial cosmetic procedures

Surgical Details

Lawrence Plastic Surgery performs abdominoplasty at fully accredited surgical facilities. The procedure typically takes 2-4 hours under general anesthesia, with patients potentially remaining overnight for monitoring depending on procedure complexity.

Recovery Expectations

Recovery varies by individual but generally requires:

• Strong pain medication for initial days
• 10-14 days off work for physically demanding jobs
• Supportive abdominal garments during healing

Insurance Considerations

For patients with significant skin-related medical issues, particularly after substantial weight loss, insurance might partially or fully cover the procedure. Specific criteria apply for potential coverage.

For more information about Abdominoplasty in Lawrence, KS, submit an enquiry to Lawrence Plastic Surgery.