Tummy tuck surgery from our Little Rock, Arkansas plastic surgery center, also known as abdominoplasty, is designed to correct an excessively saggy or protruding abdomen. This sagging is caused by a combination of weak abdominal muscles and excess skin, often due to multiple pregnancies, prior surgery, or drastic weight changes. In most cases, the stretched abdominal muscles do not respond well to exercise. A tummy tuck at our Arkansas office is no substitute for weight loss, but is the most effective treatment available for removing excess skin and tightening weakened stomach muscles.
At our Little Rock plastic surgery center, abdominoplasty procedures begin with a U shaped incision made below one hipbone across the pubic area to the other hipbone. Dr. Suzanne Yee then tightens weakened muscles with stitches and removes excess skin and fat. A mini-abdominoplasty requires a smaller incision to tighten the lower abdomen, and leaves a shorter scar, while an extended abdominoplasty tightens the abdomen as well as the flanks, producing a longer scar that extends into the lower back. For some patients, Dr. Yee may recommend liposuction in addition to abdominoplasty to create the optimal body contour. In this case, liposuction may be performed in conjunction with abdominoplasty, combining the procedures into one surgery.
The recovery period for tummy tuck surgery performed at our Little Rock, Arkansas plastic surgery center is longer than that of other cosmetic procedures, but the treatment is remarkably effective and the results can be dramatic.
If you live in the Little Rock area and are considering abdominoplasty, contact our cosmetic surgeon today. The procedure is very effective and safe when performed by a professional like Dr. Yee.
For tummy tuck surgery in Arkansas, contact Dr. Yee's office in Little Rock. We offer plastic surgery services, including abdominoplasty, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and more.
Dr. Suzanne Yee
12600 Cantrell
Little Rock, Arkansas 72223
Toll Free: 866-529-6061
Fax: 501-224-0447
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