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Do you find yourself hiding behind loose clothing or avoiding certain activities because of excess abdominal skin and stubborn fat that won’t respond to diet and exercise? Perhaps pregnancy, significant weight loss, or aging has left you with separated abdominal muscles and loose skin that makes you feel self-conscious about your midsection. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

Abdominal concerns are among the most common body image issues that affect both men and women. Whether you’ve worked hard to lose weight only to be left with excess skin, experienced the physical changes of pregnancy or simply struggle with genetic predispositions to abdominal fat storage, which can significantly impact your confidence and quality of life.

A tummy tuck can help you achieve a flat, toned abdominal appearance by addressing excess skin, stubborn fat and separated muscles that diet and exercise alone cannot correct.

Understanding Tummy Tucks

A tummy tuck surgery procedure removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area while tightening weakened or separated abdominal muscles. This outpatient surgery creates a smoother, firmer abdominal profile and can dramatically improve body contours.

The procedure simultaneously addresses multiple layers of abdominal concerns. Beyond removing excess skin and fat, a tummy tuck repairs diastasis recti (separated abdominal muscles) commonly occurring after pregnancy or significant weight changes. This muscle repair is crucial for creating a flat, toned appearance and improving core strength and posture.

Different types of tummy tucks can be performed, from mini tummy tucks that address concerns below the navel to full tummy tucks that provide comprehensive abdominal rejuvenation from the ribcage to the pubic area.

Abdominal Concerns That Tummy Tucks Address

Excess Abdominal Skin: Pregnancy, weight loss, or aging can leave loose, hanging skin that creates an apron-like appearance and prevents you from achieving a smooth abdominal contour.

Separated Abdominal Muscles (Diastasis Recti): Pregnancy or significant weight changes can cause a separation in abdominal muscles, causing a protruding belly that doesn’t respond to exercise and can cause back pain or core weakness.

Stubborn Fat Deposits: Some areas of abdominal fat remain resistant to diet and exercise, preventing you from achieving the flat stomach you desire despite your best efforts.

Stretch Marks: Not all stretch marks can be eliminated, but those on excess skin removed during surgery will be gone, and the remaining stretch marks may appear less noticeable on tightened skin.

Poor Abdominal Contours: The combination of loose skin, weak muscles, and fat deposits can create unflattering abdominal contours that affect how clothes fit and self-confidence.

C-Section Scarring: Tummy tuck surgery can often incorporate and improve the appearance of existing C-section scars as part of the overall procedure.

Tummy Tuck Journey

Consultation and Planning

Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation where Dr. Korentager evaluates your abdominal anatomy, skin quality, muscle integrity and overall body proportions. You’ll discuss your concerns and aesthetic goals, allowing him to determine the most appropriate surgical approach for your needs.

During this consultation, Dr. Korentager will assess the degree of skin excess, evaluate muscle separation, and determine the extent of surgery needed to achieve your goals. He’ll explain the different types of tummy tuck procedures and help you understand which approach will best address your specific concerns.

This is also an opportunity to discuss your medical history, previous surgeries and any factors affecting healing or results.

Understanding the Procedure

Tummy tuck surgery is performed under general anesthesia in an outpatient setting. Your surgeon makes an incision along the lower abdomen, usually placed low enough to be concealed by underwear or swimwear. Dr. Korentager removes excess skin and fat through this incision while tightening the underlying abdominal muscles.

Full Tummy Tuck

Addresses the entire abdominal area from the ribcage to the pubic area, providing comprehensive rejuvenation for patients with significant concerns.

Mini Tummy Tuck

Focuses on the area below the navel and is appropriate for patients with more limited excess skin and muscle separation.

Extended Tummy Tuck

May include the flanks and sides for patients who need more comprehensive body contouring.

Recovery and Healing

Recovery from tummy tuck surgery requires patience and careful adherence to post-operative instructions. You’ll experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which is normal. Most patients wear a compression garment to support healing tissues and minimize swelling.

During the first week, it’s important to rest with your torso slightly bent to avoid tension on the incision. Walking is encouraged early to prevent blood clots, but strenuous activities must be avoided. Most patients can return to work within one to two weeks.

Full recovery takes several months, with final results becoming apparent as swelling resolves and tissues settle. The abdominal muscles will gradually strengthen, and the incision line will continue to fade.

Long-Term Results and Maintenance

Tummy tuck surgery provides dramatic, long-lasting results that can transform your abdominal appearance and boost your confidence. Skin and fat removed during surgery won’t return, and the muscle repair permanently improves abdominal strength and contour.

Most patients enjoy their tummy tuck results for many years, with the improvements becoming a permanent part of their body contours. However, significant weight fluctuations or future pregnancies can affect results, so it’s essential to be at a stable weight and have completed childbearing before surgery.

To maximize longevity, maintain a stable weight through a healthy diet and exercise, protect your skin from sun damage along the incision line and follow a consistent fitness routine to keep your improved abdominal strength.

Paired Treatment

Tummy tuck surgery can be effectively combined with other procedures for comprehensive body transformation. Popular combinations include liposuction to address additional areas of stubborn fat, breast procedures as part of a “mommy makeover” to address post-pregnancy changes and other body contouring procedures for complete transformation.

Combining procedures depends on your goals, health status, and recovery considerations. During your consultation, Dr. Korentager will discuss whether combination procedures would be beneficial for achieving your aesthetic goals while maintaining safety.

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Ideal Candidates for Tummy Tucks

The ideal candidate for tummy tuck surgery is someone with excess abdominal skin, separated muscles or stubborn fat that doesn’t respond to diet and exercise. Good candidates typically have excess abdominal skin that hangs or creates unflattering contours, separated abdominal muscles from pregnancy or weight changes, realistic expectations about surgical results and recovery, good overall health and stable weight.

Most tummy tuck patients have completed childbearing and are at or near their ideal weight. Committing to maintaining results through healthy lifestyle choices after surgery is essential.

Individuals who may not be ideal candidates include those planning future pregnancies, needing significant weight loss rather than body contouring, having unrealistic expectations about results or having medical conditions that impair healing.

Meet Dr. Richard A. Korentager

We are proud to have Dr. Richard A. Korentager, MD, FACS, offering tummy tuck consultations at AesthetiCare. With over 40 years of exceptional experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Korentager brings unparalleled expertise to abdominal body contouring procedures.

As a board-certified plastic surgeon and Chair of the Department of Plastic, Burn and Wound Surgery at the University of Kansas, Dr. Korentager has extensive experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive abdominal surgery. His comprehensive understanding of abdominal anatomy and surgical techniques ensures optimal results and patient safety.

Dr. Korentager’s approach to tummy tuck surgery focuses on creating natural-looking results that complement your overall body proportions. His attention to detail and surgical precision helps ensure that incisions heal well and results look harmonious with your existing body contours.

Currently, Dr. Korentager is offering tummy tuck consultations to help you understand your options for achieving your ideal abdominal appearance.

Transforming Your Abdominal Appearance and Confidence

Tummy tuck surgery offers the opportunity to achieve the flat, toned abdominal appearance that diet and exercise alone cannot provide when excess skin and separated muscles are present. This transformative procedure will help you feel more confident in clothing and intimate situations while improving your body proportions.

Tummy tuck surgery is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. Dr. Korentager’s consultation process ensures you have all the information needed to make the best choice for your situation and goals.

Ready to Explore Tummy Tuck Options During Your Consultation?

If you’re considering tummy tuck surgery to address excess abdominal skin, separated muscles, or stubborn fat deposits, Dr. Korentager’s expertise and consultation services are now available at AesthetiCare. During your consultation, you’ll receive personalized recommendations based on your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals.

Dr. Korentager will take the time to understand your concerns, evaluate your abdominal anatomy, and explain all available options to help you determine the best approach for achieving your desired results. His extensive experience ensures that you receive expert guidance throughout your decision-making process.

Don’t let abdominal concerns prevent you from feeling confident and comfortable in your body. Schedule your consultation today to start achieving your ideal abdominal appearance.

Call us at (816) 326-7207 or click below to schedule your tummy tuck consultation with Dr. Korentager.

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