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Understanding Tummy Tuck Surgery in Houston

Fusi and Craig Plastic Surgery offers advanced abdominoplasty procedures designed to address excess abdominal skin, stubborn fat, and muscle separation. Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Fusi and Dr. Craig utilize innovative surgical techniques to create refined aesthetic results for Houston patients.

What is a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck, medically known as abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that addresses multiple abdominal concerns through comprehensive body contouring. The procedure involves:

• Removing loose, sagging skin
• Repairing separated abdominal muscles
• Eliminating excess fat to improve overall contour

Ideal Candidates for Tummy Tuck Surgery

Candidates for abdominoplasty typically demonstrate specific characteristics that make them suitable for the procedure. Patients should:

• Maintain a stable, ideal body weight
• Have realistic surgical expectations
• Be in good overall physical health
• Have excess abdominal skin or muscle separation
• Be committed to maintaining results through diet and exercise

Common Reasons for Tummy Tuck Surgery

Houston patients seek tummy tuck procedures for various personal and medical reasons, including:

• Post-significant weight loss skin redundancy
• Pregnancy-related muscle separation (diastasis recti)
• Addressing skin conditions like intertrigo
• Improving body confidence and self-image

Surgical Procedure Overview

Fusi and Craig Plastic Surgery performs individualized tummy tuck procedures that involve strategic surgical steps:

• Creating a horizontal incision along the bikini line
• Repairing weakened abdominal muscles
• Removing excess skin and fat
• Closing incisions to minimize scarring

Recovery and Expectations

Recovery from a tummy tuck varies by individual but typically involves one week of initial discomfort. Patients can expect some temporary side effects, including swelling, tightness, and mild pain. Follow-up appointments will monitor healing progression.

For more information about Tummy Tuck in Houston, TX, submit an enquiry to Fusi and Craig Plastic Surgery.