Name: Marotta Plastic Surgery Specialists
Address: 895 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY, 11787
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A Beautiful, More Defined Abdomen With a Tummy Tuck on Long Island

If you choose to undergo a tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, it's usually because of loose or sagging skin and flab around your midsection.

However, a tummy tuck surgery is also used to repair the problems stemming from changes in your body caused by pregnancy or major weight loss, which can lead to more serious aesthetic and functional issues. No matter your reason for getting a tummy tuck, you're certainly not alone. Tummy Tucks are consistently one of the top three requested plastic surgery procedures, with over 140,000 people electing to undergo the surgery in 2017 alone. At Marotta Plastic Surgery Specialists, our board-certified plastic surgeons are ready to tackle your abdominal issues, leaving you with a beautiful, more contoured midsection.

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What Is a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure designed to repair and reshape your midsection.

Weight gain and pregnancy can weaken the abdominal wall, causing the muscles to separate (a condition known as diastasis recti), and leading to an unsightly “pooch” of flab on your abdomen that stubbornly refuses to respond to your best diet and exercise efforts. An abdominoplasty can address any and all of those issues, removing excess fat and redundant skin, while simultaneously tightening and repairing damaged abdominal muscles. The result is the flatter, smoother tummy you've worked so hard to achieve.

Long Island tummy tuck patients typically undergo this procedure for a variety of reasons, including accumulation of excess skin due to significant weight loss or pregnancy, or the loss of skin elasticity that accompanies aging. The goal of a tummy tuck is to create a leaner, sleeker look that you haven't been able to accomplish through regular diet and exercise alone. Depending on the degree of correction needed and your desired results.

At Marotta Plastic Surgery, our surgeons specialize in body contouring procedures, including tummy tucks. The team apply their plastic surgery knowledge and experience to provide you with the best abdominoplasty Long Island has to offer. We understand that your outward appearance can have a significant impact on your confidence and self-esteem, so we tailor every procedure to address the unique needs of each individual patient. Our surgeons typically use one of the following techniques:

Traditional Tummy Tuck

This is the type of abdominoplasty that is performed most often, and is the most effective at getting rid of loose, sagging skin and stretch marks, as well repairing moderate to severe abdominal wall muscle separation.

Mini Tummy Tuck

Used to get rid of smaller amounts of excess skin and repair minimal damage to the abdominal muscle.

Tummy Tucks to Repair Severe Diastasis

Diastasis recti is a common issue that can add to the protrusion of the abdomen, because there is only a weak band of connective tissue holding in your organs. Diastasis recti can be fixed during a tummy tuck, but if you have severe separation, it may require more extensive correction.

Extended Tummy Tuck

This technique is often employed in cases where there is significant redundant skin – many times it is performed on bariatric surgery patients once they've undergone massive weight loss. In order to address the excess tissue and tissue laxity, besides the horizontal incision used in a traditional tummy tuck, an extended abdominoplasty may require an additional vertical incision to achieve optimal results.

Am I a Candidate for a Tummy Tuck?

Although you often hear of women undergoing tummy tucks after pregnancy, in reality, abdominoplasty is performed on both men and women. Most people choose to get a tummy tuck because they have excess skin or pockets of fat in their midsection that are bothersome and won't respond to a healthy diet or exercise. A few of the factors that may contribute to this issue include:

Heredity
Weight gain and loss
Pregnancy
Aging
Prior abdominal surgeries

Abdominoplasty is not recommended for women who plan to get pregnant in the future, or those who plan to lose more than about 10 pounds after the procedure. It is also not a weight loss procedure – a tummy tuck offers the best results for patients who are already at a stable, healthy weight.

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Benefits of a Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck surgery can address changes that diet and exercise can’t correct, particularly stretched abdominal skin and muscle weakness following pregnancy or significant weight loss. Your procedure is tailored to your anatomy, with the potential to create a smoother, firmer abdominal contour. Benefits of a tummy tuck may include:

Removing loose, overhanging skin from the lower abdomen
Repairing separated abdominal muscles caused by diastasis recti
Strengthening and tightening the abdominal wall
Removing localized areas of excess skin and fat
Creating a flatter, more toned midsection
Reducing some stretch marks located on the skin being removed
Improving comfort and fit in clothing
Refining the waistline and overall abdominal contour
Producing long-lasting tummy tuck results when paired with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle

What to Expect From Your Tummy Tuck Procedure

During your initial consultation, both your health history and desired outcome will be discussed to decide the best course of action for you, and our surgeons will want to make sure that you are in good health before performing surgery.

Once you've been medically cleared for treatment, you can schedule your tummy tuck surgery. Your tummy tuck procedure begins with an incision made below your belly button, just above the pubic area. The incision goes horizontally across the lower abdomen and can stretch as far as the back in some cases, depending on the degree of correction that is needed. Excess skin and fat is lifted off of the abdominal wall, and removed. If you suffer from diastasis recti, your separated abdominal muscles will then be stitched together, helping to repair and strengthen the abdominal wall. This also contributes to a more slender contour and a more defined waistline.

Depending on the patient, liposuction may also be used on the abdomen to improve the overall aesthetic result. Afterward, the belly skin that was lifted is then stretched back over your abdomen, and a new opening is created for your belly button. The newly smooth skin is stitched back into place, leaving you with a flatter tummy. In total, a tummy tuck procedure can take anywhere between one to five hours, depending on the patient. It is an outpatient procedure that is done using general anesthesia, though for some patients, an overnight stay in the hospital may be required.

Tummy Tuck Results and Recovery

After your tummy tuck procedure, you will experience some swelling and discomfort.

Remember, a tummy tuck is a significant surgery, so following the post-surgery instructions to the letter is vital to ensuring a safe and successful recovery. Although discomfort and swelling are expected after major surgery, oral pain medication and compression garments can be prescribed for relief. During the first couple of weeks following your procedure, you will need to rest and take it easy, as the best abdominoplasty results are achieved when the patient gets plenty of rest and limits their movement.

Walking around the house or light walks outside are encouraged, however, to help reduce swelling and prevent blood clots. Daily activities are also restricted initially – don't lift anything over five pounds for the first couple of weeks, and sleep on your back – but your surgeon will let you know when you can get back to work and your daily routine. Much of the swelling should diminish within the first three weeks, and you'll be able to see a more slender body contour, but it may take up to a year for your body to recover completely from a tummy tuck procedure, depending on the extent of the surgery or muscle repair. Most people see their final results in about three months, but whatever the case, it is important to be patient and aware of any other changes during this time.

It is also essential to remember that while a tummy tuck can greatly improve your appearance, it is not a substitute for weight loss or an exercise program. Results are considered permanent, as long as you maintain a stable, healthy weight. If you are struggling with excess skin and flab on your abdomen that doesn't respond to exercise or diet, you may be the perfect candidate for a tummy tuck in Long Island. Call Marotta Plastic Surgery Specialists today at (631) 982-2022 and schedule a consultation to explore your options for a tummy tuck.

Tummy Tuck Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a tummy tuck cost on Long Island?

Tummy tuck cost varies based on the surgical technique, the extent of skin removal and muscle repair, anesthesia, facility fees, and any additional procedures included in your surgical plan. After your consultation and physical examination, Marotta Plastic Surgery Specialists will provide a personalized cost estimate.

What’s the difference between a full tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck?

A full tummy tuck can remove excess skin across the abdomen, repair separated abdominal muscles, and reposition the belly button when necessary. A mini tummy tuck focuses on a smaller amount of loose skin below the belly button and generally involves a shorter incision.

Can a tummy tuck remove stretch marks?

A tummy tuck may remove stretch marks located on the excess abdominal skin being excised, particularly marks below the belly button. Stretch marks outside that area will remain, although their position may shift as the remaining skin is tightened.

How long does tummy tuck recovery take?

Most patients need several weeks to recover before gradually returning to their normal routines. You’ll wear a compression garment and limit strenuous activity while the abdominal tissue and muscle repair heal. Your surgeon will provide a personalized timeline for work, exercise, and other activities.

Are tummy tuck results permanent?

Tummy tuck results can be long-lasting when you maintain a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle. Future pregnancy and significant weight changes can stretch the abdominal skin and muscles again, so it’s generally best to undergo the procedure once you’re finished having children and close to your healthy weight.

Confidence looks GOOD on you.

When you schedule your consultation with Marotta Plastic Surgery Specialists, you can feel secure that the decision you are making is the right one for you. Dr. Marotta’s expertise and skill make him a top Long Island plastic surgeon who enjoys answering your questions. Schedule your consultation today to begin your journey to looking good and feeling good.

895 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787

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A Beautiful, More Defined Abdomen With a Tummy Tuck on Long Island

Award-Winning Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics

Abdominoplasty Before & Afters

What Is a Tummy Tuck?

Traditional Tummy Tuck

Mini Tummy Tuck

Tummy Tucks to Repair Severe Diastasis

Extended Tummy Tuck

Am I a Candidate for a Tummy Tuck?

Benefits of a Tummy Tuck

What to Expect From Your Tummy Tuck Procedure

Tummy Tuck Results and Recovery

Tummy Tuck Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a tummy tuck cost on Long Island?

What’s the difference between a full tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck?

Can a tummy tuck remove stretch marks?

How long does tummy tuck recovery take?

Are tummy tuck results permanent?

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