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 when residents of Boston, MA choose tummy tucks from Dr. Michael Tantillo. He understands that no amount of crunches or dieting will restore your abdominal skin and muscles 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 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 surgery? To visit with Dr. Tantillo in person, request a consultation with him at Longwood Plastic Surgery. Also, be sure toview before & after photos of our abdominoplasty patients in our online gallery.
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What is a Tummy Tuck?
A tummy tuck, technically called abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure in Boston for women and men 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 in the Boston area 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 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 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.
Your Next Step
It's easy to get started with your cosmetic procedure. To meet with board-certified Boston plastic surgeon, Dr. Michael Tantillo, request your consultation online or call him at the office of Longwood Plastic Surgery 888-661-7136.
