Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) in Fort Worth, TX | Matthew H. Steele, MD

Understanding Tummy Tuck Surgery in Fort Worth

Many individuals in Fort Worth and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex struggle with loose skin, lax muscles, and stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise. A tummy tuck offers a comprehensive solution for reshaping the abdominal area, addressing concerns resulting from weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and aging.

Benefits of Abdominoplasty

• Removing excess, stretched-out skin
• Flattening a bulging abdomen
• Contouring the waistline to provide an hourglass figure
• Repairing abdominal muscles stretched from pregnancy and weight gain

Ideal Candidates for Tummy Tuck Surgery

Dr. Steele evaluates potential abdominoplasty patients based on several key criteria. Candidates typically have:

• Excess skin or fat in the abdominal area resistant to diet and exercise
• Good overall health without serious medical conditions
• Body mass index (BMI) between 25-30
• Realistic expectations about surgical outcomes

Surgical Technique

Matthew H. Steele, MD performs abdominoplasty under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. The surgery involves three primary components: muscle tightening, excess skin removal, and targeted fat elimination. Dr. Steele often combines liposuction to optimize waist and hip contouring.

Recovery and Expectations

Patients can typically return to work within 10-14 days. Full recovery involves a graduated approach:

• Light walking immediately after surgery
• Cardio activities resuming at 4 weeks
• Heavy lifting permitted at 6 weeks
• Core exercises starting around 2 months post-surgery

Comprehensive Tummy Tuck Options

Dr. Steele offers multiple abdominoplasty techniques tailored to individual patient needs, including:

• Mini-abdominoplasty
• Standard abdominoplasty
• Circumferential abdominoplasty
• Umbilical float abdominoplasty

For more information about Tummy Tuck in Fort Worth, TX, submit an enquiry to Matthew H. Steele, MD.