Tummy Tuck
Understanding Tummy Tuck
Abdominoplasty addresses excess skin and separated abdominal musculature (diastasis recti) that diet and exercise cannot resolve. Dr. Whitfield combines muscle repair with contoured skin excision for a flat, natural abdominal profile.
Ideal Candidates- Loose abdominal skin following pregnancy or weight loss
- Diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation)
- A protruding lower abdomen unresponsive to exercise
- Patients at a stable, near-goal weight
Full or mini-abdominoplasty with rectus muscle plication, frequently combined with liposuction of the flanks for a comprehensive waistline result.
RecoveryTwo weeks off work recommended; light activity at 2 weeks, full exercise at 6 to 8 weeks.
Frequently Asked QuestionsWill this remove stretch marks?
Stretch marks located on the excised lower abdominal skin are removed; those above the belly button typically remain.
Is this the same as liposuction?
No — liposuction removes fat, while a tummy tuck also removes excess skin and repairs muscle separation.
Can I combine this with a breast procedure?
Yes, this combination — often called a mommy makeover — is performed regularly in a single operative session.