Case Studies
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Tummy Tuck Before and After Photos: 5 Things To Look For
A tummy tuck promises a flatter stomach, tighter skin, and shapelier body contours. But before taking the plunge, it’s essential to choose your plastic surgeon carefully. One way to determine who is the best fit for you is by reviewing their tummy tuck before and after photos. To help guide your search, we’ve compiled a…
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Mini Tummy Tuck vs. Full Tummy Tuck: What’s the Difference?
A “pooch” can be a confidence buster for men and women who have dieted, exercised, and worked hard to lose weight. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is often the right solution for targeting and eliminating stubborn, unwanted pockets of abdominal fat and excess skin. But which type of tummy tuck would work best for you?…
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Can You Get a Better Belly Button After Tummy Tuck?
Tummy tuck surgery has an extremely high rate of satisfaction—a RealSelf “Worth It” rating of 95%. After this transformative surgery, patients enjoy smooth abdominal skin, a flat belly, and a slimmer waist. But did you know that a tummy tuck can reshape your belly button? One of the main perks of a tummy tuck…
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Can Plastic Surgery Give You a Flat Stomach?
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…
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Are You a Good Candidate for a Mini Tummy Tuck?
If you are a man or woman desiring a flat, toned midsection but don’t want to commit to a full tummy tuck, you are in luck! A mini tummy tuck works for individuals who have excess fat deposits and saggy skin below the bellybutton due to sudden weight loss or pregnancy aftereffects. While a mini…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Drains After a Tummy Tuck: What You Need to Know During Recovery
For men and women who want a flatter, firmer stomach, a tummy tuck is an excellent option, especially considering this popular procedure has a 95% “worth it” rating on RealSelf. 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…
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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…
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4 Tips for Choosing the Right Surgeon for a Tummy Tuck
When you’re considering a tummy tuck in Richmond, VA, you’ll be faced with many options. One of the most important decisions will be choosing the right plastic surgeon. And in Richmond, several plastic surgeons perform tummy tuck surgery. So how do you choose the doctor who is right for you? I offer my patients these 4 tips.…
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The Close Relationship Between Tummy Tuck and Pregnancy
Tummy tuck is the cosmetic procedure most requested by women who have had children. That’s because the abdomen is typically the area of the body that’s most affected by pregnancy, leaving behind an excess of loose skin and weakened muscles. These issues, which diet and exercise can’t typically remedy, can be reduced with tummy tuck surgery.…
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The Unexpected Perks of a Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck at our Richmond, VA, plastic surgery center can provide you with a smooth and firm midsection. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg. The procedure has a few unexpected additional benefits that are more than just cosmetic. Reduce back pain and improve posture: When your core muscles are weak, your other…
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Prepping for Tummy Tuck Surgery
A tummy tuck can remove excess fat and skin, leaving you with a smooth and firm midsection. Richmond tummy tuck patients who are close to their ideal body weight but can’t get rid of loose skin are the best candidates for this procedure. This is an extensive surgery that usually involves muscle repair along with…
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Tummy Tuck Candidates—Here’s What Actually Matters
When people come to me for a tummy tuck at my Richmond, VA, practice, I know they will be happy with their flatter, tighter midsections after surgery. As a plastic surgeon trained in abdominoplasty, I remove excess skin, correct loose or separated abdominal muscles, and sometimes combine liposuction to optimize results. Of course, this all…