Tummy Tuck Waist Reshaping

Once the excess skin and fat is removed, the waist is examined to determine if additional reshaping can be done. Most patients benefit from liposuction of the waist area to improve the shape of the waistline. Liposuction, therefore, is almost always performed with a tummy tuck to enhance the result. This step removes excess fat from the waist that would otherwise not be removed with a tummy tuck alone.

Sometimes, additional tightening of the muscles is needed to further improve the waistline. Stitches, similar to the ones used to repair the diastasis, are used to tighten the mucles on the sides of the abdomen, not just the center. This draws in the waistline further and creates a more aesthetically pleasing shape in this area.

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Tummy Tuck Waist Reshaping is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to flatten and shape the abdominal area while also enhancing the contour of the waist. This procedure, more commonly known as an *abdominoplasty*, involves removing excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightening the abdominal muscles. Surgeons sometimes perform additional techniques to accentuate or reshape the waistline, aiming to achieve a more sculpted appearance.

The surgery is often sought by individuals who have loose abdominal skin or weakened muscles due to pregnancy, significant weight loss, or aging. While a tummy tuck focuses primarily on the abdominal area, the waist reshaping component targets the sides to create a more hourglass silhouette.

As with any surgery, there are risks and recovery considerations, so it’s important to discuss expectations and potential outcomes with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

 

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