Are you holding back from wearing the styles you love because loose skin has robbed you of confidence? Do unwanted bulges persist after children or weight changes, no matter your efforts?
Rediscover the joy of flaunting your abdominal contour with a tummy tuck – the body contouring solution that eliminates excess fat and skin and repairs your core muscles for a spectacularly transformed midsection. Get ready as Dr. Darren M. Smith unlocks the secrets to your most stunning shape yet!
The tummy tuck before and after photo below shows tummy ua woman who underwent an abdominoplasty in addition to a breast lift and breast augmentation.
Get Lasting Results With Tummy Tuck Surgery
Many people reduce their body weight and feel great, but the abdominal area is one of the most stubborn. Abdominoplasty is an extremely powerful method to rejuvenate and refine your midsection from the inside out by repairing your core muscles and removing excess fat and skin. The tummy tuck before and after photos shown below demonstrates the dramatic transformation possible with this procedure.
As one of New York’s most respected plastic surgeons, Dr. Darren M. Smith specializes in delivering superb outcomes in a safe, luxurious setting..
Shape up and step out with a tummy tuck procedure:
- Be Your Best: Realize your best self and discover renewed confidence. Wear (or don’t!) the clothes YOU want and enjoy higher self-esteem.
- Shed Your Skin: Never feel embarrassed about wearing a bikini again. A tummy tuck can complete your weight loss journey by removing excess skin. Get ready to reveal your inner beach body.
- Treat Abdominal Bulge: Diastasis recti – also known as abdominal muscle separation, often occurs after pregnancy or significant weight loss. Diet and exercise are often not sufficient to treat the issue. A tummy tuck will do the trick.
- Improve Stomach Contours: Tummy tuck procedures reshape the midsection, creating a smoother profile through advanced contouring techniques.
- Remove Stubborn Fat Deposits: Genetic predispositions or previous weight changes can create stubborn fat pockets that lifestyle changes can’t fully address. Investing in a tummy tuck means you can eliminate this redundant tissue.
Why Trust Dr. Darren M. Smith With Your New York Tummy Tuck?
Whether you live in New York City or are willing to travel for the best possible results, Dr. Smith is a board-certified plastic surgeon widely respected for his advanced tummy tuck techniques.
With decades of experience, he’s helped countless patients rediscover their confidence by taking an anatomically rigorous, problem-based approach to creating aesthetically pleasing abdominal profiles.
Dr. Smith ensures optimal results and a smooth recovery process through his customized surgical approach and attentive aftercare.
Superior Tummy Tuck Results
Abdominoplasty surgery is a significant decision. Naturally, you want the best possible results, and that’s what Dr. Smith delivers. His years of experience and unwavering commitment to excellence are reflected in every case.
Our thorough consultation process will ensure we understand your aesthetic goals, account for your existing anatomy, and deliver a result that exceeds your expectations. It’s about combining precision with artistry to create a toned, flatter stomach that suits your body shape. The tummy tuck before and after photo shown below demonstrates repair of a significant rectus diastasis.
Experience Tummy Tuck Surgery at the Highest Level
Board-certified plastic surgeons undergo extensive training and must continually demonstrate their expertise. Dr. Smith has decades of experience and distinguishes himself as a genuine expert in the field of plastic surgery. In addition to achieving board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Smith has completed one of the most respected aesthetic surgery fellowships in the world at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. You will benefit from his years of specialized training and superior abdominoplasty expertise.
Plastic Surgery in an NYC Landmark
Dr. Smith designed his private Ritz Tower clinic from the ground up with you in mind. From our AAAASF Class-C operating room to our Venetian plaster walls and counters that share marble with Versailles, no detail nor expense was spaired to offer an unparalleled NYC tummy tuck eperience.
In addition to luxury, our surgery center offers the latest in safety innovations from an induction-heated operating room table that promotes ideal homeostasis to advanced power independence that ensures a smooth procedure under any circumstances. There isn’t another plastic surgery clinic like ours. Take a look for yourself.
How Does The Abdominoplasty Procedure Work?
A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a body contouring procedure that enhances the appearance of the abdomen. A tummy tuck is so powerful because it can be completely customized to treat the individual anatomical issues that account for a given patient’s abdominal appearance.
There are different types of tummy tucks available, with the most popular being:
Full Tummy Tuck (Traditional Tummy Tuck)
A full abdominoplasty is the most extensive procedure involving a long, low incision that runs approximately from hip to hip below the bikini line as well as an incision around (usually hidden within) the belly button. It’s best for patients with excess skin throughout the midsection and separation of the abdominal muscles in the midline (rectus diastasis).
Mini Tummy Tuck
A mini abdominoplasty (mini tummy tuck) uses a shorter incision to address a smaller area below the navel. It is optimally suited for those with loose skin isolated to the lower abdomen and those with good skin quality above the belly button. Patients with significant underlying abdominal muscle separation or severe excess skin will not be well served with this technique.
The Procedure
A tummy tuck is generally performed on an outpatient basis in our private NYC operating room located in the historic Ritz Tower. Operative time is approximately 3 hours. The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia, making the patient completely unconscious and unable to feel pain. Our board-certified anesthesiologist will ensure your comfort and safety for the duration of the procedure. Dr. Smith uses Exparel, a long-acting injectable pain medication to ensure that your discomfort after the procedure is kept to an absolute minimum.
Patients typically recover for 1-2 hours before going to a nearby hotel with one of our private nurses (or home with one of our nurses if the patient is local to New York City). In some cases, patients may elect to recover for the night in our surgery center.
Surgical Techniques
Tummy tuck surgery is designed to repair the abdominal muscles as needed, as well as to remove excess skin and excess fat. The shape and length of the incision will depend on the amount of excess abdominal skin and fat that needs to be removed during a tummy tuck. The types of surgical incisions used include:
- Full tummy tuck: Low horizontal incision in the bikini area that is nearly from hip to hip. An additional incision around the belly button is used as well. This procedure can tone and rejuvenate the entire abdomen.
- Mini-tummy tuck: Low horizontal incision in the bikini area that is generally slightly longer than a C-section scar. This procedure focus on the area below the belly button and above the mons pubis.
- Reverse tummy tuck: Incisions are hidden in the folds under the breasts. This procedure removes excess skin and sagging skin of the upper abdomen.
Dr. Smith will determine the best type of incision based on the patient’s needs and desired outcome.
During the Surgery
Excess skin and fat deposits are excised from the abdominal region during surgery. The connective tissue and muscles underlying the skin, such as the rectus abdominis muscles, are tightened to flatten the abdomen. This muscle tightening enhances core strength.
In some cases, the muscles of the abdominal wall may have separated due to pregnancy or weight changes. An abdominoplasty can repair this separation, known as diastasis recti. Properly realigning these muscles helps achieve a smoother abdominal profile.
After extra tissue is removed and the abdominal muscles are repaired, the remaining skin is redraped and sutured back into position. This skin resection and adjustment provides the transformative sculpting effect that defines the new abdominal contours.
The Treatment Process With Dr Darren Smith
Dr. Smith customizes his treatment solutions to each patient’s needs, making treatment stress-free. While it’s understandable that you might feel nervous before the procedure, our ambulatory surgery facilities are designed for maximum comfort and safety.
Here’s how the tummy tuck procedure works:
1: Tummy Tuck Consultation
Prospective tummy tuck candidates must undergo an introductory meeting and assessment to ensure they’re suitable for the procedure. You’ll also have the chance to ask Dr. Smith any questions you may have about tummy tuck surgery.
2: Discussing Aesthetic and Cosmetic Goals
Dr Smith will review your aesthetic goals and get a sense of your desired outcome. Goals are documented for the treatment plan.
3: Medical History Review
All prior operations, medications, supplements, and weight variances are examined for potential impacts on surgery and recovery. Underlying health conditions are considered.
4: Physical Examination and Assessing Abdominal Profile
Optimal tummy tuck results begin with a thorough evaluation of your anatomy. Dr. Smith will assess your abdominal muscles, determine the degree of skin and fat excess you have, and discuss his findings with you.
5: Additional Diagnostic Testing
Select patients may need specific labs or imaging to rule out potential complications given individual risk factors.
6: Finalizing the Surgical Plan
After gathering all relevant data, Dr. Smith can finalize the operative approach best suited for the patient’s anatomy and desired results.
7: Tummy Tuck Surgery
Most tummy tucks take between two to three hours, depending on whether the surgeon has to remove excess skin and treat separated abdominal muscles. Once the procedure is complete, you’ll be moved to the recovery room.
8: Recovery and Aftercare
You’ll receive aftercare instructions to speed up your recovery, and Dr. Smith will discuss how to manage any discomfort and how to use the abdominal garment. We encourage you to attend follow-up appointments with Dr. Smith to monitor your healing progress and address any concerns or questions that may arise.
Cost and Financing
Other than the surgeon’s fee, other costs associated with the tummy tuck procedure include facility fees, anesthesia fees, prescribed medicines, and post-surgery garments. Tummy tuck pricing begins at approximately $20,000 and is customized based on your needs.
As a cosmetic procedure, a tummy tuck is not covered by insurance, but qualified patients can finance surgery through payment plans or medical credit cards that offer twenty-four months of interest-free financing.
Please contact us to inquire about available payment plans.
Rediscover Your Confidence Through Tummy Tuck Surgery
Tummy tuck surgery offers the opportunity to reach your body goals and empower you to live your life on your own terms.
If you’re ready to take the first steps towards renewed confidence and self-esteem, schedule your consultation today to discuss your aesthetic goals and learn more about this transformative process.
FAQs
How should I prepare for my tummy tuck surgery?
Achieving long-term wellness begins before surgery. Here are some of the steps you can do to prepare for tummy tuck surgery:
- Achieve an Ideal or Healthy Weight: Gradual lifestyle adjustments optimize nutrition by avoiding crash dieting that risks adverse effects on healing. Maintaining a stable, balanced diet supports the body’s preparation.
- Avoid Blood Thinners and Anti-Inflammatory Medication: In coordination with their physician, patients discontinue specific prescriptions according to prescribed timelines to minimize bleeding complications during the sensitive surgical period.
- Set Goals for Surgery and Understand the Surgical Plan: Comprehensively discussing the anticipated procedure, probable outcomes, potential challenges, and signs of concern with Dr. Smith ensures full consent and prepared expectations.
- Assemble a Support System: According to medical instructions, a post-operative team is organized to provide transportation home from the facility and assist with daily tasks to allow complete focus on rest and recovery.
- Prepare for the Day of Surgery: Following all pre-op directions for fasting and hydration timeframes minimizes potential issues on the day of your tummy tuck surgery to enable a smooth experience.
What’s the tummy tuck recovery process like?
The recovery time and period after a tummy tuck varies depending on the extent of the procedure and the patient’s overall health. Patients who are having their abdominal muscles repaired will have more soreness than those who are having a “skin only” procedure. It is important to carefully follow post-operative instructions to allow proper healing and minimize the risk of complications.
- Going Back to Normal Activities: The recovery period typically lasts several weeks, and patients should avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and vigorous exercise during this time. It is also important to rest as much as possible and to wear the abdominal pressure garment as directed by Dr. Smith.
- Learn About the Recovery Process: The first few days after surgery may bring discomfort, swelling, and bruising in the abdominal area. We use a long-acting injectable pain medication, called Exparel, so you will have very little discomfort while you get over the most sensitive period in the 3-4 days after surgery. Pain medications will be prescribed to help manage discomfort. Patients should also be aware of signs of infection or other complications, such as fever, redness, or drainage from the incision site.
- Abide by Post-operative Care Instructions: Post-operative instructions include wearing the abdominal pressure garment as directed, keeping the incision site clean and dry, and avoiding any activity that stresses the incision site. If you live in New York City, you can return home the night of the procedure. One of our private nurses will spend the first night with you. If you are coming in from abroad, we are steps away from the finest hotels in New York City, and our nurses can accompany you here as well. Our surgical center is also available for overnight stays as desired.
Why should I invest in a board-certified plastic surgeon?
The experience and reputation of the plastic surgeon performing the tummy tuck can also affect the cost of the procedure.
Surgery with a widely-known and respected board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience such as Dr. Smith will most likely be more expensive than a less experienced surgeon, but one’s training and experience ensuring a safe and successful outcome are always worth it.
Is liposuction or a tummy tuck best for my goals?
Both tummy tucks and liposuction effectively eliminate unwanted fat and achieve abdominal contours. Your choice will depend on your goals and whether you have significant skin laxity and separation of the underlying abdominal muscles in addition to excess fat.
Liposuction is best when you want to remove pockets of fat from the abdomen, but it can only address excess fat. It does not remove excess skin or address a diastasis recti by repairing the abdominal wall muscles. People with good skin elasticity and a without excess skin can benefit from Dr. Smith’s liposuction services.
For those with excess skin, stretch marks, and muscle separation, an abdominoplasty is the procedure of choice. Booking a consultation is the best way to determine which treatment suits your needs.
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