Category Archives: Body Contouring

Weighing the Pros and Cons of a Tummy Tuck

Thursday, 30 January 2014 04:26

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Like all other types of surgery, a tummy tuck has its own set of risks. However, you can avoid the occurrence of such risks and complications through a careful consideration of the pros and cons. During your initial consultation for a tummy tuck here at our Pottsville plastic surgery practice, we include a thorough discussion of the pros and cons of the procedure, including how it could affect you, given your current lifestyle and physical condition.

The following are the pros and cons of a tummy tuck: 

Pros 

• Sculpts and contours the abdomen, helping restore your naturally youthful proportions
• Strengthens the abdominal muscles
• You will look better in swimwear and tight-fitting clothes
• Restores your self-confidence resulting to better relationships with others as well as improved quality of life

Cons

• Presence of scar (like all types of surgeries, scar will be present but our highly experienced tummy tuck surgeons will make it as inconspicuous as possible)
• Another pregnancy may cause the abdominal muscles to separate again, compromising the results of your surgery
• Significant weight gain following surgery may have a negative effect on the results

The Need to Choose an Experienced Tummy Tuck Surgeon

When considering a tummy tuck in Pottsville and nearby areas, be sure to select a qualified, experienced plastic surgeon, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).   As a board certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years of clinical practice experience and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (The Mark of Distinction in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery® ASAPS), Dr. Robert Kimmel welcomes the opportunity to help you achieve your goals and enjoy a happier, more confident lifestyle.

Schedule an initial consultation with Dr. Kimmel by filling out this contact form. You can also reach us at (570)622-2900!

The Best Candidates for a Tummy Tuck at Keystone Surgery Center

Wednesday, 15 January 2014 04:21

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There’s actually more to a tummy tuck than helping men and women here at our Pottsville plastic surgery practice achieve a firmer and flatter stomach. Majority of our post-tummy tuck patients also reveal that they actually feel better about themselves and are more motivated to keep their weight down following surgery.

So should you have a tummy tuck, too? If you are frustrated with the appearance of your stomach even after following a rigid diet and exercise routine, a body-contouring procedure such as a tummy tuck may be ideal. However, there are still other factors to consider before finally making the decision to have the surgery with us.

By and large, you are an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck if:

• you are near your ideal body weight but has excess fat and sagging skin in the abdominal area
• you are a woman who just gave birth and is left with stretched abdominal muscles and skin; plans of future pregnancies should be ruled out as another pregnancy may compromise tummy tuck results
• in excellent physical condition
• has realistic expectations of the surgery
• has quit smoking for months before surgery as smoking could significantly delay healing

The first step to figuring out whether or not you are a best candidate for a tummy tuck is to get in touch with us for an initial consultation. Apart from a tummy tuck, we offer several body-contouring options that you might want to look into depending on your cosmetic needs and preferences.

Schedule an initial consultation with Dr. Kimmel by filling out this contact form. You can also reach us at (570)622-2900!