What are the Risks Involved With Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Any surgery carries an element of risk, and the same applies for tummy tuck surgery.  Although serious complications from tummy tuck surgery are not common, any plastic surgeon would be remiss to say that there were NO risks.
There are different types of tummy tucks surgery procedures, most commonly are full and mini tummy tucks.
Full tummy [...]

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. [...]

What is a Tummy Tuck?

What is a tummy tuck?
Also known as abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck removes excess fat and skin, and in most cases restores weakened or separated muscles creating an abdominal profile that is smoother and firmer.
A tummy tuck is beneficial for those who have experienced massive weight loss, or for women who have lost the elasticity in [...]

NJ Top Plastic Surgeon Talks About Tummy Tuck

The majority of patients considering a tummy tuck procedure are moms who have been through multiple pregnancies. As most will tell you, it’s very difficult for a woman’s body to return to normal after several pregnancies.
Many women experience excess and loose skin that will not tighten up, regardless of diet and exercise. [...]

DR. Lombardi answers questions about abdominoplasty surgery (tummy tucks).

Q: How much does tummy tuck cost?

A: Each case is individually priced based on the length of the procedure and amount of time spent in the operating room. A fair estimate will be approximately $6,000 for a full tummy tuck which includes the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia and facility fee.

Q: Will I have visible scars [...]