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Liposuction vs. Tummy Tuck: Which Is Right for Me?
For many years, liposuction and tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) have remained two of the most popular surgical cosmetic enhancement procedures available. Both of these treatments have proven to be remarkably effective for renewing body contours and helping patients feel more confident about their appearance. While liposuction and tummy tuck surgery are both capable of enhancing contours, it is important to note that the way these two procedures go about achieving that goal is very different. For patients who would like to address concerns affecting the abdominal area, either one option or both techniques performed in combination may be the most ideal method of rejuvenating this region, which is notoriously challenging to improve through diet and exercise alone.
The basic distinction between liposuction and tummy tuck surgery lies in what they aim to accomplish. Liposuction is designed to remove excess fat that has collected in isolated areas of the body. This can often occur in the abdomen and midsection. Liposuction involves the creation of small incisions to extract the excess fat through long tubes called cannulas. While liposuction can be incredibly beneficial for reducing pockets of excess fat, it will have no effect on inelastic, excess skin. For patients who are suffering from a buildup of loose, possibly overhanging skin in the abdominal region, a tummy tuck is typically the best option. Tummy tuck surgery not only eliminates the excess tissue, but also tightens the abdominal muscles and pulls the remaining skin taut for an enhanced abdominal contour and a more fit aesthetic. In some cases, the abdomen is affected by both concerns: excess fat and excess skin. For these situations, Dr. Daniel C. Mills can combine both liposuction and abdominoplasty to produce the best possible results.
During your initial consultation, Dr. Mills will evaluate the areas of concern and determine whether liposuction or tummy tuck surgery alone can achieve your goals, or if a combination of the two treatments is the only way to effectively meet your needs. In all cases, the procedure will be completely customized for results that can satisfy your expectations and beautifully restore your body contours!
If you have questions about liposuction or tummy tuck surgery, please don’t hesitate to contact Aesthetic Plastic Surgical Institute today.
For more information, or if you wish to schedule a consultation with Dr. Mills, please don’t hesitate to contact our office today.
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