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TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY) ST. LOUIS, MO | C.B. BOSWELL, MD, FACS

UNDERSTANDING ABDOMINOPLASTY IN ST. LOUIS

Body Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Skincare Center is a leading Missouri
plastic surgery facility specializing in abdominoplasty procedures.
The clinic helps St. Louis patients address excess skin while
tightening and toning their abdomen.

WHAT CAUSES ABDOMINAL CHANGES?

Multiple factors can impact abdominal contour, including:

 	* Genetics
	* Pregnancy
	* Significant weight fluctuations
	* Previous abdominal surgeries
	* Postural changes

TUMMY TUCK CANDIDACY

Ideal candidates for abdominoplasty are adults in good physical health
who are close to their ideal body weight. Patients should be within
approximately 20 pounds of their target weight to achieve optimal
surgical results.

TYPES OF ABDOMINOPLASTY PROCEDURES

FULL ABDOMINOPLASTY

A full tummy tuck involves removing excess skin and fat from the lower
abdomen, typically extending beyond hip bones. The procedure allows
comprehensive muscle tightening from the breastbone to the pubic bone.

MINI-ABDOMINOPLASTY

A mini-tummy tuck involves a shorter incision between hip bones,
removing a smaller amount of skin. This option is suitable for
patients with minimal skin excess and limited muscle separation.

SURGICAL PROCEDURE DETAILS

 	* Duration: 2-3 hours
	* Anesthesia: General anesthesia
	* Hospitalization: Typically one night

RECOVERY AND EXPECTATIONS

Most patients return to work within 1-2 weeks. Full exercise
restrictions are lifted after six weeks. Swelling gradually resolves
over 6-8 months, with final results becoming apparent.

POTENTIAL RISKS

Potential complications include swelling, bleeding, infection, and
scarring. Patients are advised to avoid nicotine products before and
after surgery to minimize risks.

For more information about Abdominoplasty in St. Louis, MO, submit an
enquiry to C.B. Boswell, MD, FACS.
 

Abdominoplasty St. Louis by C.B. Boswell, MD, FACS

 

TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY) ST. LOUIS, MO | BODY AESTHETIC PLASTIC
SURGERY & SKINCARE CENTER

UNDERSTANDING ABDOMINOPLASTY IN ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI

Body Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Skincare Center is a leading Missouri
plastic surgery facility that helps St. Louis patients address excess
skin while tightening and toning their abdomen. Abdominoplasty,
commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a transformative surgical procedure
designed to reshape and contour the abdominal area.

WHAT CAUSES ABDOMINAL CHANGES?

Multiple factors contribute to abdominal changes, including:

 	* Genetics
	* Pregnancy
	* Significant weight fluctuations
	* Previous abdominal surgeries
	* Postural issues affecting muscle structure

IDEAL CANDIDATES FOR TUMMY TUCK SURGERY

Candidates for abdominoplasty typically have:

 	* Excess abdominal skin and fat
	* Weakened or separated abdominal muscles
	* Body weight within 20 pounds of ideal weight
	* Good overall physical health

SURGICAL PROCEDURE OVERVIEW

Abdominoplasty is a 2-3 hour procedure performed under general
anesthesia. The surgery involves removing excess skin and fat,
typically from below the belly button, and tightening underlying
muscle structures. Incisions are strategically placed to minimize
visible scarring.

RECOVERY AND EXPECTATIONS

Patients can expect:

 	* One night hospital stay
	* Initial swelling and bruising
	* Return to work within 1-2 weeks
	* Full recovery and exercise clearance at 6 weeks

LONG-TERM RESULTS

Abdominoplasty results are considered long-lasting, though maintaining
stable weight and avoiding significant future weight changes helps
preserve surgical outcomes.

For more information about Abdominoplasty in St. Louis, MO, submit an
enquiry to Body Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Skincare Center.
 

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