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Category Archives: Tummy Tuck

Can Plastic Surgery Give You a Flat Stomach?

Woman (model) with a flat stomach posing in front of a window.

Cosmetic surgery procedures such as a tummy tuck or liposuction can give you a flatter and firmer midsection, as long as you have realistic expectations! These procedures are not magic bullets that can give you the same midsection you had when you were 16, but they can give you a trimmer-looking abdomen. If you decide on plastic surgery to improve…

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Your Ultimate Tummy Tuck Recovery Guide

When I consult with patients considering a tummy tuck at our Richmond, VA, plastic surgery practice, their excitement about transforming their bodies is tempered by reservations about the recovery process. Being prepared and knowing what to expect can make that process much easier. Many patients, especially those who are younger and healthier, underestimate the toll a tummy tuck takes on…

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Top Reasons to Get a Tummy Tuck

One of my favorite procedures to perform is abdominoplasty—which most people know as a tummy tuck—because the results are so transformational. Patients who want a tummy tuck at our Richmond, VA, practice are often moms who are self-conscious about their bodies even though they work out regularly and watch what they eat. Unfortunately, exercise and dieting won’t shrink excess abdominal…

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Want a Better Bellybutton? The Tummy Tuck Solution

A tummy tuck is a highly satisfying procedure that can create a trim, contoured midsection, boasting a high RealSelf “Worth It” rating at 96%. Many tummy tuck patients at our Richmond, VA, area practice mainly focus on getting a flat stomach and taut skin. However, what happens to the bellybutton during surgery is just as important.  One of the main…

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5 Questions to Ask at Your Tummy Tuck Consultation

The consultation is a huge part of the tummy tuck experience for both the patient and the plastic surgeon. At my practice near Richmond, VA, consultations give me the opportunity to share my recommendations and answer any questions you may have about the exciting steps ahead. Asking the right questions is a great way to make sure you feel as…

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That Weight Loss “Miracle” Remedy May Actually Be a Tummy Tuck

You’ve most likely seen it for yourself: Ads appearing all over social media for “miracle” detox teas or weight-loss medications accompanied by jaw-dropping before-and-after photos. These advertisers would have you believe their products can create dramatically slimmer stomachs overnight, but there’s likely a different story behind those transformation photos. Those results may really have come from a tummy tuck, like…

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Exercising During Tummy Tuck Recovery

Patients who choose tummy tuck surgery at our Richmond, VA, area practice often can’t wait to return to their daily activities and start enjoying life with their new shape. For many, the confidence-boosting procedure provides the motivation to continue working on their health with exercise, so the idea of hitting the gym ASAP is an appealing one. Easing back into…

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Dad Bod? Pair Liposuction With a Tummy Tuck

Rocking a “dad bod” these days? You’re not alone. Many men struggle with concerns about their bodies as they age, and it’s something I treat with plastic surgery on a regular basis. If you’re looking for medical help shaping up your dad bod, you may want to consider liposuction paired with a tummy tuck at our Richmond, VA, area practice.…

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Drains After a Tummy Tuck: What You Need to Know

For men and women who want a flatter, firmer stomach, a tummy tuck is an excellent option. At my practice in Richmond, VA, I perform tummy tuck surgery to remove excess skin and fat around the waistline and create a slim, taut midsection. One question I hear during my tummy tuck consultations is about the use of post-surgical drains. In…

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Curious About Tummy Tuck Surgery? One Patient’s Journey

Tummy tuck surgery (also called abdominoplasty) is a procedure often performed in Richmond, VA. A tummy tuck can flatten the abdomen, remove excess skin, and enhance abdominal muscle tone. Tummy tuck surgery has helped many people achieve their ideal body—including my patient, Tracy. Tracy’s Story Tracy came to me because she constantly felt like she had a stomach pooch. In…

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