You long for tight abs and a washboard stomach. But no matter how many sit-ups you do, no matter how carefully you watch your diet; it never seems to get as flat as you want it to. The circumstances may be beyond your control weak muscles, weight changes, pregnancy, even the simple fact of genetics can cause your stomach to protrude. If the skin and muscles have been stretched, diet and exercise may not be able to help you achieve the look you desire.

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Dr. Anderson can reshape your abdominals by tightening the muscles and removing excess tissue and skin through abdominoplasty. This procedure is not a substitute for weight loss, but can reshape a flatter, smoother stomach that has been unresponsive to diet or exercise.

Below are some frequently asked questions. These are designed only to provide you with general information regarding this procedure. We will provide you with extensive information during your complimentary consultation. Any further questions or concerns may also be addressed at that time.

What will my recovery be like?
You can expect to feel some discomfort or pain following your procedure, which can be relieved with medication. After one week, drains are usually removed; sutures are removed in about 10 days. You may need to wear a support garment for four to six weeks thereafter.

You should avoid strenuous activities such as heavy lifting and vigorous exercise for several weeks. We will determine when it is safe for you to resume your normal activities.

What are the risks?
As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved such as infection or bleeding. However, complications are rare.

Will there be scarring?
This type of surgery will result in a permanent scar, and based on how much reshaping is involved, it may be rather lengthy. However, every effort is made to hide the scars in the bikini area, and they will fade in time.

How do I know if abdominoplasty is right for me?
The best candidates for abdominoplasty are those of normal weight who have weak abdominal muscles and excess skin and fat that have been unresponsive to diet or exercise. It is not recommended for women who are planning to become pregnant in the near future. If you are physically and emotionally healthy, and realistic in your expectations, this procedure may be right for you.

What will it cost?
Most abdominoplasties cost between $2,000 and $6,500. There are many factors to consider such as how extensive the surgery will be and where the surgery will be performed.

Abdominoplasties can be done in several different ways. Many abdominoplasties rely on cutting away of excess skin fat from below the belly button. The abdominal wall may be tightened, but the operation is limited to the lower portion of the abdomen.

In traditional abdominoplasties, the skin is loosened all the way up to the rib cage and much more skin is removed. The belly-button is left on its own stalk and is left in its original position on the abdominal wall, but it is brought out through a separate opening after the excess skin is removed.

Extended abdominoplasties carry the excess skin removal up around the hips and may be continued as a buttock lift as well.

Only through an examination can Dr. Anderson tell you as what is needed in your case.

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