The Most Transformative Plastic Surgery: Tummy Tuck
Tummy tuck surgery is indisputably one of the most revolutionary types of plastic surgeries, with an outstanding 95% Worth It Rating on RealSelf. During a tummy tuck (also known as abdominoplasty), surplus skin and fat are eliminated, and the underlying muscles are tightened. The outcome? A remarkable and immediate enhancement of the abdominal shape, which explains its popularity and high satisfaction rate – especially among patients who have experienced significant weight loss and wish to get rid of loose skin. Tummy tucks also play a crucial role in mommy makeovers due to their capacity to effectively rectify diastasis recti in women who have given birth.
Up to this point, the before and after pictures of tummy tucks can be extremely astonishing, even at a cursory glance. However, there are a few distinct signs of an exceptionally good result – namely, an unnoticeable tummy tuck scar, a naturally-appearing belly button, and a well-shaped abdomen. To demonstrate, we have gathered the 10 most viewed Tummy tuck photos on RealSelf.
The Most Popular Tummy Tuck Before and After Photos
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The doctor: Dr. Rady Rahban, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, California
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The doctor: Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Lutherville, Maryland
What he says: “There are three main elements that make this outcome stand out. The first is liposuction of the flanks. By performing liposuction in this area, the waist is narrowed and the waist-to-hip ratio is improved. Secondly, the belly button is created with an inverted-U incision above and an inverted-V inset below. The distal part of the belly button shows no scar, and there is a seamless transition from the belly button to the lower abdominal skin. Circular scars make the belly button look unnatural and like a doughnut. Finally, tension on the skin can lead to thick or wide scars. The Lockwood Tummy Tuck technique I employ closes the deep fascia layer to eliminate tension on the skin. This leads to a very fine scar that remains beneath the bikini line. The deep fascia closure prevents the scar from moving upwards.”
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The doctor: Dr. Jose Perez-Gurri, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Miami
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The doctor: Dr. Nick Slenkovich, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Littleton, Colorado
Patient age: 35–44
Time post-op: one month
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The doctor: Dr. Mo Akhavani, a specialist registered plastic surgeon in London
Patient age: 35–44
Time post-op: six weeks
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The doctor: Dr. Joshua Cooper, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Seattle
Patient age: 55
What he says: “This patient's tummy tuck ‘after’ photos show a beautiful and flat abdominal contour, a youthful and small belly button, and a low, symmetrical abdominal scar. These three aspects are very crucial when assessing Tummy tuck before and after photos and results.”
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The doctor: Dr. Sanjay Sharma, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Austin, Texas
Patient age: 25–34
Time post-op: one year
What he says: “Ultimately, this result was a combination of liposuction to shape the hips and waist, and a standard Abdominoplasty with midline muscle plication. What also contributes is that the patient maintains a healthy lifestyle and continues to manage weight and dietary expectations after the procedure. She was an active, athletic mother who had the right focus and perspective to preserve her results.”
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The doctor: Dr. Sharam Salemy, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Seattle
Time post-op: six weeks
What he says: “I believe this patient has excellent anatomy for a Tummy tuck – overall good skin quality, average muscle laxity, and a small amount of excess fat. She is healthy and not overweight. We tell our patients that the best predictor of their results is themselves. Healthy patients with reasonable anatomy and realistic expectations combined with an experienced surgeon tend to obtain excellent outcomes!”
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The doctor: Dr. York Jay Yates, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Layton, Utah
Patient age: 35–44
Time post-op: six months
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The doctor: Dr. Peter Butler, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Pensacola, Florida
Patient age: 45–54
What he says: “Several factors contribute to achieving a favorable Tummy tuck result. In this case, the patient is very fit and is fortunate to have reasonably good skin elasticity. Surgical factors include proper management of subcutaneous fat to ensure a smooth transition from the abdomen to the pubic mound, as well as management of the belly button. If the Tummy and pubic mound have different fat thicknesses, the patient will have a ‘speed bump.’ Regarding the belly button, both the shape of the incision and the underlying control sutures are significant in maintaining the shape. A good-looking belly button is key to a good-looking Tummy tuck.”
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