Florida Tummy Tuck Procedures

While men and women across Florida may consider a tummy tuck procedure, the ideal candidates are most often women who have loose hanging skin or laxity resulting from pregnancies or people who have undergone considerable weight loss so that their belly skin is too excessive for their new body shape. Performed by Dr. Shuster in his office in Hollywood, Florida, the tummy tuck is a quick and safe surgical procedure that can remove this excess skin and help individuals regain the natural shape of their bodies.

If you live in the Miami or Fort Lauderdale areas, you can consult one of the nation's preeminent plastic surgeons regarding a tummy tuck right in South Florida. With each tummy tuck procedure, Dr. Bernard A. Shuster places great emphasis on patient consultation and care and combines state-of-the techniques with years of experience for safe, effective, longer-lasting results.

For patients residing in the Miami or Fort Lauderdale areas who would like to request a personal consultation with Dr. Shuster, please e-mail us your inquiries today. You can also call our South Florida office to request a tummy tuck consultation at 954.961.5500.

Patients who are traveling or on a busy schedule can arrange for a virtual consultation by filling out our confidential online consultation form.

More About The Tummy Tuck

The tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty as it is known in medical terms, is a basic cosmetic surgery that involves removing excess skin from the abdomen area. As mentioned, a tummy tuck is often a solution for women who, usually after multiple pregnancies, find the skin on their abdomens have lost the natural elasticity to return to its non-pregnant state. Additionally, people who have undergone very significant weight loss will often find that years of obesity have stretched the skin beyond its ability to respond to the weight loss.

For some people, this problem skin may hang and form a flap, which is known as a pannis or an apron. In some cases, the size of the pannis itself can go beyond being a cosmetic issue and become a basic health issue, affecting one's ability to complete basic daily activities or maintain a necessary degree of hygiene.

Another instance where a tummy tuck would extend beyond cosmetic purposes is for people with abnormally weak abdominal muscles. This condition can often lead to other problems such as back pain as other muscles are strained while trying to compensate for weakness in the abdominal muscles. In this situation, a tummy tuck may be considered reconstructive rather than cosmetic and, as such, have different insurance-related implications.

While it may seem like an obvious point, it should also be mentioned that individuals who are planning to lose a significant amount of weight or women who wish to become pregnant again would not be considered ideal candidates for a tummy tuck, as such actions may minimize, or even negate, the effects of the procedure.

Tummy Tuck and Liposuction

It is worth mentioning the sometimes necessary relationship between a tummy tuck and liposuction, as a tummy tuck is generally the result of weight loss and liposuction, via its removal of body fat, naturally produces some degree of weight loss.

For some patients whose pannis may still be holding deposits of hard-to-lose body fat, liposuction may be a pre-cursor to a tummy tuck. In some cases, both procedures may be performed at the same time, depending on the overall health of the patient. Also, for some patients who may be morbidly obese and have had liposuction to help remove excessive amounts of body fat (i.e., 50 pounds or more), a tummy tuck may also be required to address the issue of excess skin that will likely be present.

Dr. Shuster has experience performing different types of abdominoplasties and can use the most appropriate techniques relative to his clients' needs all across Florida. Tummy tuck consultations allow for the determination of the most ideal technique, and for patients in the Miami and Fort Lauderdale areas, our South Florida plastic surgery office is conveniently located for opportune travel.

Visit our online consultation page to request a consultation with Dr. Shuster and discuss which procedures may be most appropriate for you.

You can also learn more about Dr. Shuster's specialization in tailoring Florida tummy tuck procedures to meet the specific needs of his clients.

Is a Tummy Tuck Right for You?

Some people may be looking at getting a tummy tuck to help aid in their weight loss. This procedure, however, is not a substitution for a healthy diet and good exercise habits. Conversely, many people become candidates for a tummy tuck only after they have already established a sound weight management plan and, as a result of that plan, desire the removal of excess skin to reflect the efforts of their lifestyle change.

For some people, a tummy tuck is not an ideal solution and there may be other, more appropriate cosmetic procedures that can better help you realize your body image goals. As a board-certified and well-credentialed plastic surgeon, Dr. Shuster is prepared to discuss your goals and different options that would be best suited to your particular needs.

Florida Tummy Tuck Consultation

You can discuss with Dr. Shuster, directly from his office in Hollywood, Florida, tummy tuck procedures and your interests and concerns. Please contact us today by email, or by phone at 954-961-5500. Patients not living in the Miami or Fort Lauderdale areas, or those on a busy schedule, can also request a virtual consultation with Dr. Shuster.

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