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Abdomen
Re-contouring and flattening of the abdomen is one of the most frequently requested procedures in our office. The protruding abdomen that many individuals develop can be due to muscle weakness, pregnancy, weight gain or significant weight loss. Correction of these changes is accomplished with either liposuction or an abdominoplasty (also called a “Tummy Tuck”). Liposuction is most appropriate for people who have mild to moderate amounts of excess fatty tissue, good muscle tone, and elastic skin with few or no stretch marks. An abdominoplasty, on the other hand, is extremely effective at tightening the abdominal muscles, and eliminating excess fatty tissue, loose skin and stretch marks. Reversing the changes of the abdomen associated with pregnancy is best accomplished with a tummy tuck and the procedure can be safely performed in conjunction with gynecologic or urologic surgery. Liposuction can be utilized during an abdominoplasty to provide additional contouring in the flanks or to address excess fatty tissue in the thigh region.
Recovery is about 2 weeks and may be longer if your job requires heavy lifting. “Pain pumps” are available in our surgery center and provide significant pain relief during the early postoperative period. The pump slowly releases a local anesthetic controlling your pain without the side effects of traditional narcotic pain pills.
Depending on the health of the patient and the magnitude of the procedure, an abdominoplasty can often be done on an outpatient basis in our office surgery center. This procedure is not covered by insurance.
Drs. Keller, Lovett and Rothman would like to suggest massage therapy following your body recontouring surgery. Massage therapy will aid in reducing muscle soreness, swelling, pain and bruising postoperatively. The therapist may also recommend combining a lymphatic drainage massage on your lower extremities. In addition, our massage therapists are experienced in scar massage which will assist in minimizing the appearance of your surgical scars. A postoperative massage is recommended approximately 7-10 days following your surgery.
The cost of your first postoperative massage is included in the price of your surgery. You are encouraged to consult with your massage therapist about designing a specific program to expedite your recovery and optimize your results.
To find out more about abdominoplasty, please call our office, or fill out our Contact Form to receive a free brochure. |
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Belt Lipectomy
A belt lipectomy is the latest surgical procedure designed to circumferentially recontour the waist. In addition to the benefits seen with an abdominoplasty, this procedure lifts sagging thigh and buttock tissue and increases the definition of the waist. This is an excellent operation for those who have had significant of weight loss and now have loose skin. Although this operation requires slightly more operating room time, there is no significant increase in recovery time.
Drs. Keller, Lovett and Rothman would like to suggest massage therapy following your body recontouring surgery. Massage therapy will aid in reducing muscle soreness, swelling, pain and bruising postoperatively. The therapist may also recommend combining a lymphatic drainage massage on your lower extremities. In addition, our massage therapists are experienced in scar massage which will assist in minimizing the appearance of your surgical scars. A postoperative massage is recommended approximately 7-10 days following your surgery.
The cost of your first postoperative massage is included in the price of your surgery. You are encouraged to consult with your massage therapist about designing a specific program to expedite your recovery and optimize your results.
For more information, please contact the office.
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