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Tummy Tuck in Miami, Florida

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Define Your Waistline

Why Choose Balto Plastic Surgery for a Tummy Tuck?

If you want to redefine your section and experience all the benefits of hi-def abdominoplasty, we can help. Whether you want to schedule a full or mini abdominoplasty or one of our customized tummy tucks, we can make the best surgical recommendations to help you achieve at Balto Plastic Surgery in Miami, FL.

Our Miami tummy tuck procedure—also known as abdominoplasty—contours and enhances the midsection, restoring a more defined, toned appearance. If pregnancy, weight loss, aging, or other factors have impacted your midsection, our customized surgical treatment plan can transform your abdomen and deliver beautiful, long-lasting results.

Tummy Tuck at a Glance

  • Purpose: Achieves a smoother, more contoured midsection by removing excess skin and tightening abdominal muscles.
  • Procedure Duration: Typically takes 2-4 hours, depending on the complexity and if combined with other procedures.
  • Downtime: Most patients can resume light activities in 2-3 weeks, with full recovery in about 6-8 weeks.
  • Longevity of Results: Results can be long-lasting with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle.
  • Scarring: Scars are strategically placed and will fade over time, becoming less noticeable.
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Achieve a Flat, Contoured, and Sculpted Midsection

What is a tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck is an advanced and customizable cosmetic surgical procedure that can transform the midsection. During the procedure, the surgeon removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the underlying muscles.

Choosing the Right Procedure

We offer different versions of the tummy tuck to meet our patients’ needs, including extended and Fleur De Lis abdominoplasty. When you come in for your consultation, we can give you more details about each option after evaluating your midsection and then make treatment recommendations.

Extended Abdominoplasty

Extended abdominoplasty uses all the techniques of the standard abdominoplasty and will eliminate excess skin and fat from the stomach. However, it can also eliminate excess skin and fat from the flanks and love handles — the area between the waist and the hips. This procedure can meet the needs of patients who want to target their abdomen and flanks to achieve their desired results.

Fleur De Lis Abdominoplasty

We also offer the Fleur De Lis abdominoplasty. This more extensive tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area and targets the area above the belly button. Patients with excess skin vertically and horizontally can benefit from this procedure. Those who have lost significant weight and have excess skin can benefit from this procedure, as it’s designed to contour the area, tighten the skin, and remove stubborn fat.

Hi-Def Abdominoplasty

With state-of-the-art surgical technology and the extensive skill of our surgeon, we ensure the most comprehensive results and best surgical outcomes after this procedure. We offer hi-def abdominoplasty, which uses hi-definition liposuction to eliminate excess fat from the abdomen while sculpting the area to improve body contours. With this advanced form of liposuction, we can contour the abdominal area to create visible muscle definition.

The surgeon will suction out fat from specific areas of the negative space between the muscle groups to create visible muscle definition. This unique process involves strategically suctioning out fat to create three-dimensional results instead of removing stubborn fat from the abdominal area. In addition to significantly reduced fat volume, you can expect visual improvements in definition and abdominal contours.

Our Ideal Midsection

Luxe Body Contouring

What conditions do tummy tucks address?

Tummy tucks, or abdominoplasty, provide targeted solutions for a range of common aesthetic and functional conditions, helping patients achieve a sleeker, more refined midsection. When undergoing a tummy tuck Miami patients can address:

  • Excess Skin: Rapid weight loss, pregnancy, or aging can lead to loose, sagging skin that doesn’t respond to diet or exercise. A tummy tuck removes this excess skin, creating a tighter, more streamlined look.
  • Stubborn Fat Deposits: Some areas of fat are resistant to even the strictest fitness routines. Tummy tucks often incorporate liposuction to remove these stubborn fat pockets, contouring the midsection for a more defined appearance.
  • Separated Abdominal Muscles: Pregnancy or significant weight changes can cause the abdominal muscles to stretch or separate, resulting in a rounded belly or “pooch.” A tummy tuck repairs these muscles, restoring a flatter, firmer core.
  • Stretch Marks: Stretch marks, especially those on the lower abdomen, can be reduced or even removed during a tummy tuck, giving the skin a smoother, more uniform texture.
  • Weakened Abdominal Wall: A weak abdominal wall, whether from aging, pregnancy, or surgery, can lead to back pain and instability. A tummy tuck strengthens the core, providing both aesthetic and functional benefits.

Each tummy tuck is tailored to the patient’s specific needs, making it possible to correct these conditions and restore a balanced, elegant midsection.

Toned Elegance

What are the benefits of a tummy tuck?

Patients who undergo a tummy tuck in Miami can expect a custom-tailored procedure that will remove excess fat and skin from their midsection and accomplish what the healthiest diet and a regular exercise regimen cannot. Some other benefits include the following:

  • Tighter muscles
  • Improved definition
  • Tighter skin
  • A flatter midsection
  • Reduced abdominal fat
  • Improved body contours
  • Long-lasting results

Your Journey Starts Here

Is a tummy tuck right for me?

This procedure is an effective option for patients who have had one or more pregnancies. It’s also ideal for those who have lost significant weight and want a more contoured and defined abdomen but can’t achieve their goals with dieting and exercise alone. We offer a mini abdominoplasty, which targets the lower portion of the abdomen, and a full abdominoplasty, which contours the entire midsection.

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Tummy Tuck Recovery

Once your procedure is over, our team will monitor you in our recovery area. You’ll receive detailed instructions about aftercare, including caring for the incisions site, how to manage any discomfort after your procedure, and when you can gradually resume your normal daily activities. It’s important that you follow all of the post-operative guidelines to ensure the best surgical outcome and quick and healthy recovery.

During your recovery, we’ll schedule several follow-up appointments, during which you’ll meet with our plastic surgeon, who will monitor your progress and ensure that you’re healing well. During these follow-up appointments, you’ll be able to address any concerns, and our surgeon will assess how you’re healing and make any necessary adjustments to your aftercare plan.

Harmonious Proportions

Tummy Tuck  Results

During your recovery, you’ll start to see the gradual transformation of your abdominal area. A tummy tuck is designed to deliver long-lasting results, and you can ensure the longevity of your results by living a healthy lifestyle, eating a healthy and balanced diet, and getting regular exercise. Doing so will ensure that you maximize and sustain your results. Weight gain or pregnancy after the procedure can negatively affect your results, which is why we recommend that patients reach their goal weight before the procedures and that they’re done having children.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of a tummy tuck in Miami can vary depending on the complexity of the procedure, whether additional treatments are combined, and the experience of the plastic surgeon. For a more accurate estimate, we recommend a consultation, during which we’ll tailor the plan to your goals and provide a detailed cost breakdown. Financing options are often available to help make your transformation attainable.

A full tummy tuck addresses the entire abdominal area, including muscle tightening, skin removal, and sometimes liposuction to contour the waistline. A mini tummy tuck focuses on the lower abdomen only, targeting excess skin and fat below the navel. It’s ideal for those with minimal skin laxity and isolated concerns in the lower abdominal area.

Most patients need about two to four weeks to resume light activities, but full recovery may take up to three months. During recovery, wearing a compression garment helps with swelling and healing, and patients gradually return to their everyday routines with their surgeon’s guidance.

Yes, a tummy tuck requires an incision, usually placed low on the abdomen, to be easily hidden beneath clothing and swimwear. Scar appearance improves over time and with proper aftercare, and many patients find that the results outweigh the visibility of scarring.

Yes, tummy tucks can often be combined with other body contouring procedures like liposuction or breast augmentation for a comprehensive transformation, commonly known as a “mommy makeover”. A tummy tuck can also be incorporated into our signature Body by Balto procedure. Combining procedures can reduce overall recovery time, providing more complete results with a single surgery.