Who is an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck?

Ideal tummy tuck candidates have loose abdominal skin and weakened abdominal muscles. This procedure is an excellent option for women who are looking to restore their abdominal region to its pre-pregnancy state and for men and women who have recently achieved massive weight loss. It is best to be close to your ideal weight before undergoing a tummy tuck.

Women should wait until they are done having children to have a tummy tuck since future pregnancies can negatively impact your results.

What are the different types of tummy tuck procedures you offer?

Our Denver plastic surgeons offer a variety of tummy tuck procedures to address your aesthetic goals. Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro cater each procedure to the unique needs of the individual patient in order to achieve results that are beautiful and natural looking.

Tummy tuck options performed at Grossman Plastic Surgery include:

• Standard/classic tummy tuck – An incision is made across the bikini line and another is made around the belly button. Abdominal muscles are tightened, and excess skin and fat are removed to restore a more toned appearance.
• Modified tummy tuck – This procedure is ideal for patients who do not have enough loose skin to remove all of the skin around the belly button and pubic region. Your belly button will be moved down about one inch to facilitate the removal of excess skin. Abdominal muscles are also tightened in this procedure, which is more extensive than a standard tummy tuck and produces a larger scar.
• Mini-tummy tuck – This is the least invasive tummy tuck option and is generally performed if you only need to tighten the area between the belly button and pubic region.
• Belt lipectomy – A belt lipectomy is often performed on patients who have undergone massive weight loss. It is a 360 degree tummy tuck, and the scar runs all the way around the body.

What are the risks associated with a tummy tuck?

Tummy tucks are very safe and risks associated with the procedure are very minimal. However, potential risks, while rare, include the development of infection or blood clots. If you experience any complications during the healing process, contact Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro immediately to ensure they are treated properly.

Will my scars be visible after a tummy tuck?

Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro always work to make your incisions in discrete locations to avoid extensive visible scars following your tummy tuck. In many cases, your clothing preferences will dictate how visible your scar will be after the procedure. During the preoperative phase of your procedure, Dr. Grossman and Dr. Capraro will discuss this with you in great detail in order to ensure your incisions are made in a way that minimizes scar visibility as much as possible.

Do I need to lose weight before my tummy tuck?

It is important to understand that a tummy tuck is not a substitute for weight loss. The procedure is intended to tighten abdominal muscles and remove excess skin and fat from the region so that you will have a more toned, flat stomach. In order to ensure that your results last for a long time, you must be near your ideal body weight before undergoing the procedure. Any fluctuations in weight after your tummy tuck can negatively impact your results. Therefore, if you are significantly heavier than your target weight, it is best to lose this weight before moving forward with your tummy tuck.

Please contact Grossman Plastic Surgery today to schedule your initial consultation. We serve patients in Denver and Littleton, Colorado.