Boston Tummy Tuck

It can be discouraging when you look down and realize your stomach has seen better days. You may feel pretty good otherwise, but who wants a belly covered in sagging skin and unattractive pockets of fat? That's where a Boston tummy tuck procedure can help. No amount of crunches or dieting will tighten your abdominal skin and muscle to their original shape, and belly fat is some of the toughest to get rid of.

Many women and men attain a flatter, tighter abdomen through a tummy tuck from Boston plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Tantillo. Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Tantillo is highly trained and experienced in aesthetic cosmetic surgery. He can help you achieve the attractive profile you desire.

Ready to learn more about tummy tuck cosmetic surgery in Boston? To visit with Dr. Tantillo in person, request a free consultation with him at Longwood Plastic Surgery. Also, be sure to view before & after photos of our abdominoplasty patients in our online gallery.

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What is Abdominoplasty in Boston?

Abdominoplasty, commonly called a "tummy tuck," is ideal for people who remain unsatisfied with their abdominal area in spite of diet and exercise. This body sculpting cosmetic surgery procedure enhances the look of your abdominal area by:

• Removing excess skin and fatty tissue from the lower part of the abdomen
• Tightening weakened or separated abdominal wall muscles
• Sculpting the waistline
• Flattening out the tummy

If you have only minimal sagging and fairly tight abdominal muscles, you might benefit from the less invasive "mini-abdominoplasty." This procedure involves a shorter recovery period than the conventional tummy tuck. Some patients might be satisfied with liposuction alone, while liposuction can enhance the tummy tuck procedure for others. During your consultation, Dr. Tantillo can explain each procedure and help you decide which one will give you the best results.

Who is a Candidate in Boston for Tummy Tuck?

Ideal candidates for this procedure are women and men who are:

• At a stable weight
• Physically healthy, non-smokers
• Dissatisfied with the look of their abdomen
• Not considering future pregnancies

Abdominoplasty is not a weight loss method, nor is it a substitute for regular exercise. It is an effective and long-lasting way to enhance your abdominal contour. The procedure can be very effective in treating fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise. The procedure is often combined with Boston liposuction surgery to create an overall slimmer mid-body appearance. The best way to determine if Boston tummy tuck surgery is right for you is to talk with Dr. Tantillo one-on-one in your personal consultation.

Recovery & Results

After your procedure, your abdomen will look flatter and leaner. However, your treated areas will be swollen, and you'll need to wear a compression garment for a week or two. Dr. Tantillo will recommend that you gradually resume light activity to encourage healing. He allows most of his patients to return to work and non-strenuous activity within 2 to 3 weeks following surgery.

Once recovery is complete, Dr. Tantillo's Boston tummy tuck patients feel attractive and more confident both in and out of their clothing. Imagine no more extra skin spilling over your waistband and no more tummy bulge in flowing dresses and skirts. A slim, trim abdominal profile is possible with a tummy tuck.