What Is Abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a procedure to remove excess fat and skin from the abdomen, tighten weakened muscle structure, and create a slimmer, better contoured figure.  Abdominoplasty can help in areas that cannot be toned by diet and exercise alone because of muscle stretching and tissue damage. 

Is Abdominoplasty Right For Me?

Many men and women worry that those little extra bulges around the abdomen are their own fault.  Perhaps they should eat less or exercise more to finally get the flat tummy they desire.  But, the truth is that in many cases, those tummy bulges cannot be fixed by diet and exercise alone.  When muscles weaken and stretch and the skin becomes lax, the damage cannot be reversed by simply putting in more time at the gym.  Pregnancies can cause muscle laxity and stretched skin.  Significant weight loss can also leave sagging, loose areas in your abdomen.  There’s no reason that these body changes should be out of your control.  Abdominoplasty can help you take control of your body and give you the shape you deserve.  Make an appointment with Dr. Kim today to find out if abdominoplasty could be right for you.

How Is Abdominoplasty Performed?

In our experience, tummy tuck surgery should not be one-size-fits-all.  Different bodies require different approaches to get the best, most-natural looking results.  Dr. Kim is well versed in all of the most advanced techniques, including short-scar surgery and more traditional surgery.  In addition to removing excess skin, Dr. Kim tightens the muscles to create an internal corset that flattens the waistline.  Additionally, in many cases, Dr. Kim combines surgical muscle and skin tightening with moderate amounts of liposuction to further sculpt, shape and flatten the abdomen. 

Can Abdominoplasty Be Combined With Other Procedures?

Absolutely.  Dr. Kim often uses a blended approach combining surgical techniques and a moderate amount of liposuction to give better, more natural-looking results.  Dr. Kim will evaluate your needs and help you decide on which approach will work best for you. 

How Do I Get Started? 

Dr. Kim and the staff of Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York and New Jersey are happy to discuss this procedure with you.  Please feel free to call for a private consultation or schedule an appointment online at one of our offices.