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abdominoplasty [tummy tuck]
Abdominoplasty, known more commonly as a "tummy tuck," is a major surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. The procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen.
The best candidates for abdominoplasty are men or women who are in relatively good shape but are bothered by a large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that won't respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies, have stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients, which frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved.
Dr. Victor Atalla is a licensed and Board Certified Plastic Surgeon specializing in cosmetic, breast and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Atalla sees all of his patients personally prior to surgery. He is available to see patients for follow-up consults to answer questions and discuss surgical details.