Is it Safe to Get Pregnant After Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Following tummy tuck surgery, it is completely safe to become pregnant.  Many women have pregnancies after an abdominoplasty, however, some of work on tightening the muscles and flattening of the abdomen area may be undone by the pregnancy.  The procedure could be repeated post-pregnancy, but most women do not want to go through the entire [...]

Is Tummy Tuck Surgery Right For You?

Tummy tuck surgery is a popular option for both men and women who have excess skin around the abdomen that can’t be affected by diet and exercise.  Most likely, this type of excess skin results from large-scale weight loss, or for women, after multiple pregnancies.  Results can often be life changing and most patients are [...]

What is the Difference Between a Full and Mini Tummy Tuck?

A full abdominoplasty is where there is a hip-to-hip incision and a lot of skin is removed. A mini-abdominoplasty is performed through your c-section scar and only a little or no skin is removed but the abdominal wall muscles are tightened.
There is a difference in price of about $2000 to $4000 with a full abdominoplasty [...]

How Long Does it Take to Recover From Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Recovering from tummy tuck surgery takes time and patience.  Tummy tuck surgery, especially full tummy tuck surgery, is serious surgery.  The abdominal muscles need time to heal without being used for extended periods of time.  It may sound simple, but you’ve probably never realized how often you use your abdominal muscles during every day activities. [...]

Are There Alternatives to Liposuction?

Many patients often ask if there are any alternatives to liposuction for the removal of fat deposits.  A more desirable solution for fat loss would be a non-surgical procedure that excludes the use of anesthesia, surgical risks and extensive recovery. Fortunately, liposuction has come a long way over the years, and The Lombardi Plastic Surgery [...]