Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck can restore a smoother, firmer, and more toned midsection by addressing loose skin, weakened muscles, and areas that no longer respond to traditional diet or exercise. At Appearance Center of Newport Beach, our board-certified surgeons perform abdominoplasty with precision to create a naturally contoured waistline and improved abdominal support. Many patients begin exploring options like body contouring procedures as part of a comprehensive approach to regaining confidence and comfort after pregnancy, weight changes, or aging.
Your Path to a Flatter, Firmer Stomach
Tummy tuck surgery is performed to correct a protruding abdomen, which often results from aging, pregnancy, and weight loss. The skin can become permanently stretched and sag in the stomach area, and weight gain and pregnancy can cause the abdominal muscles to stretch and tear. These conditions are often irreparable through diet and exercise and lead many to pursue a tummy tuck in Orange County. Tummy tuck surgery removes excess skin and fat and can tighten the underlying abdominal muscles to provide a flatter, more defined midsection.
For a Confident New You
A tummy tuck in Orange County can be performed using various techniques, and it is customized to meet the unique needs of each patient. During your consultation, your surgeon will help determine the right tummy tuck option for you.
Standard Tummy Tuck
In a standard tummy tuck, the surgical incision spans from one hip to the other. This approach is utilized when patients exhibit loose skin above and potentially below the navel, along with rectus diastasis. During the procedure, the skin is detached from the abdominal wall and lifted up to the rib cage. The separated abdominal muscles are subsequently repaired, followed by the removal of any excess skin. A new opening is crafted for the repositioning of the navel. To manage postoperative fluid accumulation, two to three drains are inserted under the skin, which typically remain in place for seven to ten days, depending on the volume of drainage.
- Addresses the lower and upper abdomen
- The incision is made across the pelvis from hip to hip
- Removes excess fat and skin
- Can correct stretched abdominal muscles
- Creates a new navel
- Performed under general anesthesia
Mini Tummy Tuck
A mini tummy tuck is suitable for individuals who exhibit sagging skin exclusively in the lower central part of their abdomen. This procedure is typically reserved for those without excess skin near or above the navel and without rectus diastasis, where the abdominal muscles separate. The scar resulting from a mini-abdominoplasty is comparable in length to a c-section scar, perhaps slightly longer.
- Addresses only the central lower abdomen
- The incision is similar to that of a c-section
- Removes excess fat and skin
- Does not address stretched abdominal muscles
- Does not address loose skin near or above the navel
- Least invasive technique
- Can be performed under local anesthesia
Before And After
Why Choose Appearance Center of Newport Beach?
Choosing the Appearance Center of Newport Beach for a tummy tuck means receiving care from a team that prioritizes both aesthetic refinement and functional improvement. Each surgical plan is customized to your anatomy and goals, ensuring results that look balanced and feel supportive. Our accredited surgical environment provides exceptional safety, privacy, and attentive medical oversight throughout the entire process. With advanced techniques, personalized guidance, and a commitment to natural, long-lasting outcomes, our specialists deliver abdominal rejuvenation that enhances both form and confidence.
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