Is a DC Tummy Tuck the Right Procedure for You?

Why Should I Consider a DC Tummy Tuck?

If you have been tirelessly dieting and exercising in hopes to lose stubborn stomach fat, but haven’t had much success, a DC tummy tuck may be right for you. Also known as an abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat as well as tightening the abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck lets you attain the waist you want and can improve your overall body shape.

Tummy tucks can’t stop how weight-gain affects your body but can provide long-term results if you maintain a healthy lifestyle.DC tummy Tuck

What Kind of DC Tummy Tucks are There?

 Drs. Brown and Bruno will work with you to determine which procedure best fits your needs.

Tummy tuck options include:

  • Full tummy tuck: An incision is made around the belly button and across the hip line.
  • Mini tummy tuck: This procedure can be supplemented by liposuction and involves a smaller incision.
  • Extended tummy tuck: Best for patients who have had significant weight loss, and involves incisions around the flank, lower back, and hip line.

How Should I Prepare for my DC Tummy Tuck?

 Your doctor will walk you through all pre and post-operative care. Some pre-operative instructions include:

  • No smoking at least four weeks prior to surgery.
  • Do not take aspirin or aspirin-containing products.
  • Remove any abdominal area or belly button jewelry prior to surgery.
  • Fill all your prescriptions before surgery.

Choose a Plastic Surgeon You Can Trust for your DC Tummy Tuck

It’s essential to pick a plastic surgeon that will make you feel comfortable throughout your tummy tuck process. Drs. Brown and Bruno will be with you every step of the way, from initial consultation through the recovery process. Choose an expert plastic surgeon like Drs. Brown and Bruno who have been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, an industry-leading organization.

Are you interested in discussing a DC tummy tuck with Bruno|Brown Plastic Surgery? Schedule a consultation today.

DC Tummy Tuck Plastic Surgery

Getting Tummy Tuck Surgery in DC: If your constant efforts to change your appearance have proved unsuccessful, a tummy tuck procedure may be right for you.

What is a Tummy Tuck?

The Tummy Tuck procedure, also known as abdominoplasty, is a procedure in which the excess skin and fat are removed from around the waistline and stomach. While you may be unsure if a tummy tuck procedure is right to help you achieve a slimmer, more toned mid-section, board-certified plastic surgeons Drs Bruno and Brown are expertly qualified to help you determine if a tummy tuck is right for you.

What are the Benefits of a Tummy Tuck?

  • Provides body contouring
  • Flattens the stomach area
  • Improves the appearance of abdominal muscles
  • Reduces the size of the waistline and hipline
  • Enhances the overall figure
  • Tightens stomach muscles
  • Removes excess, loose, or hanging skin, which may be the result of weight loss or pregnancy
  • Reduces appearance of stretch marks, particularly after pregnancy

Who Should Consider a Tummy Tuck?

If you’ve been pregnant or experienced significant weight loss, if tireless efforts to improve your appearance have had no avail, or if you simply have excess skin or fat in the stomach region, a body contouring tummy tuck may help you to feel more comfortable in your own skin and allow you reach the goals you’ve set for your appearance.

What Kinds of Tummy Tuck Procedures Can I Have Performed?

DC Plastic Surgeons Drs Bruno and Brown take a unique and holistic approach to tummy tuck procedures, focusing on maximizing the results for your entire waistline, rather than focusing on just the abdomen. Due to the nature of this approach, a tummy tuck procedure with our DC plastic surgeons can help you drop several pant sizes.

As board-certified plastic surgeons we are experts at performing tummy tucks in the DC region, and will work with you to determine which tummy tuck procedure best meets your individual needs to help you achieve your desired appearance.

  • Full tummy tuck: involves an incision across the hip line and around the belly button
  • Mini tummy tuck: involves a smaller incision and is often complemented by liposuction
  • Extended tummy tuck: best suited to individuals who have lost significant amounts of weight, involves incisions around the flank, lower back, and hip line

How Popular are Tummy Tuck Procedures?

According to statistics gathered by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in 2016 alone, over 125,000 tummy tuck procedures were performed. This number is up over 100% from 2000.

What is the Recovery Time?

The timeline for a tummy tuck procedure can vary between patients, but most patients will be able to stop taking pain medication within the first week, be back on their feet within 1-2 weeks, be able to exercise again in 4 weeks, often resuming normal activity completely within 1 to 2 months.

If you’re interested in hearing more about our expertise, or if you’re interested in undergoing a tummy tuck procedure, contact us today.

Tummy Tuck DC

Tummy tuck DCFind out more about tummy tucks with top-rated plastic surgeons, Drs. Bruno and Brown at our DC-area offices, including Chevy Chase, Tysons Corner, and Glen Burnie.

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Our tummy tuck procedure can totally change the appearance of your abdomen by removing excess tissue and fat from around the waistline and stomach. Drs. Brown and Bruno take a holistic approach to each tummy tuck procedure in order to achieve the most natural, beautiful look for that patient.

We have found that the best results for a tummy tuck are produced when the entire waistline is shaped, rather than focusing on just the stomach. Our approach is so comprehensive that it can potentially help you drop several pant sizes and completely alter your appearance.

Dr. Bruno and Dr. Brown will tailor your tummy tuck procedure to best suit your needs and fitness goals to result in a beautiful, natural look.

Also known as the abdominoplasty, the tummy tuck body contouring procedure tightens the abdominal muscles and removes excess skin and fat. Top-rated Drs Bruno and Brown will work with you to determine which tummy tuck procedure best meets your needs.

Some tummy tuck options include:

  • Full tummy tuck: involves an incision across the hip line and around the belly button
  • Mini tummy tuck: involves a smaller incision and is often complemented by liposuction
  • Extended tummy tuck: best suited to individuals who have lost significant amounts of weight, involves incisions around the flank, lower back, and hip line

If you’ve been pregnant, experienced significant weight loss or have excess skin or fat in the stomach region, a tummy tuck may help you achieve your goals and enhance the overall appearance of the abdominal area.

Are you looking for a DC area tummy tuck?

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Our top-rated plastic surgeons are experts at tummy tucks in the DC area.

Advantages of a Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty, also called a tummy tuck, is beneficial if you have stretched, hanging skin around your midriff. A tummy tuck:

  • Removes excess fat
  • Removes sagging skin
  • Tightens stretched abdominal muscles

A tummy tuck may also eliminate stretch marks if they are located on the skin to be removed. A tummy tuck is often included in a mommy makeover because it removes loose skin and tightens the muscles stretched by pregnancy.

Fat and skin hanging from your body can feel devastating. This stretched skin is unlikely to regain elasticity, and diet and exercise will not eliminate it. A tummy tuck lets you achieve the midriff appearance you want, rejuvenating the contour of your body and improving overall body shape.

A major advantage to a tummy tuck is the longevity of results. Unless you gain back a significant amount of weight, your tummy should remain flatter and tighter for many years. A tummy tuck cannot stop how aging and weight-gain affects your body, but it can provide long-term results if you pursue a healthy lifestyle.

If you live in or around Washington DC and want to find out if a tummy tuck is right for you, please contact Chevy Chase Plastic Surgery using the form at the right side of the page or call (877) 427-7888 today to schedule a consultation.