Understanding your options for a flatter, tighter midsection
Many of our patients are interested in improving the appearance of their abdominal area. There are two procedures that can help with that: tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and liposuction. Both procedures can drastically help clients improve the look of their stomach by creating a tone and tight midsection. However, liposuction and tummy tuck procedures address different issues, work differently and provide different results.
There is often confusion between tummy tuck and liposuction. That’s why we prepared this ‘must-know’ information.
TUMMY TYCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY)
A tummy tuck works by removing stretched skin and by tightening the space between the rectus muscles. In short, a abdominoplasty is the best solution if the main issue experienced by the patient is loose skin or stretched muscles (not fat). Tummy Tuck addresses issues that can be associated with post pregnancy body (most often) or massive weight loss.
LIPOSUCTION
Liposuction is a popular procedure to surgically remove the unwanted, excess fatty tissue and improve the contour of certain areas of the body. It can be performed on the abdomen, flanks, back, thighs, arms or neck. Liposuction is less invasive than a tummy tuck, it involves less scarring, and shorter recovery time.
Tummy Tuck or Liposuction?
Both liposuction and tummy tuck are excellent body contouring procedures. However, it’s extremely important to determine what specific issues must be corrected to determine the best course of treatment. If the problem is excess skin from excessive weight loss or loose abdominal muscles, an abdominoplasty may be your best option. For individuals who just need to improve isolated areas liposuction is usually the best course of treatment.
Tummy tuck and liposuction in Fairfax, VA
Dr. Mark Domanski offers both procedures for abdominal contouring. Whether you’re looking to restore your post-pregnancy body, struggling with stubborn fat, or have recently experienced dramatic weight loss, our practice in Fairfax, VA, is here to help you achieve your goals.
Whether you decide on a tummy tuck/liposuction or not, with us, or with another surgeon, we wish you the best of luck on your journey though life.
