Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss In Seattle

Weight loss is an incredible accomplishment that benefits your health and overall quality of life. Unfortunately, significant weight loss can leave behind excess skin that hides all of your progress. Because the skin has been stretched, it lacks the elasticity needed to bounce back.

At Allure Esthetic, Dr. Javad Sajan offers tummy tucks after weight loss surgery to remove excess skin and provide a beautiful shape. A tummy tuck can also repair damaged tissue so you can enjoy the results of your hard work.

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a popular cosmetic procedure used to restore the figure, eliminate excess skin, and repair weakened abdominal muscles. For those who have lost significant weight, it can be the ideal solution for removing the loose skin around your stomach, back, and hips.

Dr. Sajan performs different types of tummy tuck surgeries, depending on how much excess skin needs to be removed. He works with every patient to find the perfect plan for their weight loss transformation.

If you’re struggling to feel confident in your body after weight loss due to excess skin around your body, a tummy tuck may be the perfect solution. Benefits of a tummy tuck after weight loss surgery may include:

• Removes loose, sagging skin from the abdomen, hips, and lower back
• Customizable with options for different amounts of excess skin
• Repairs split or weakened abdominal muscles
• Improves shape and body contours
• Improves core strength and overall mobility
• Highlights your shape and weight loss
• Smoothes & flattens the abdomen
• Prevents skin irritation & rashes from excess skin
• Allows you to fit better into clothing
• Performed by the leading tummy tuck surgeon in Seattle

If you’ve lost extensive weight and are struggling with loose skin around your abdomen, a tummy tuck can help you achieve a smoother, flatter shape. Dr. Sajan will use a consultation to ensure you can safely undergo the procedure and find the best procedure for your goals. Candidates for a tummy tuck after weight loss include:

• Patients who are in good health
• Patients who have excess skin around their abdomen
• Patients who are struggling to feel confident due to loose skin
• Patients who have weakened or separated abdominal muscles

Dr. Sajan can use several different abdominoplasty methods, depending on how much skin needs to be removed. He will work with you to find the one that suits your goals and creates ideal results. These tummy tuck methods include:

• Traditional Tummy Tuck: The traditional tummy tuck is best for patients with moderate skin around their lower abdomen. The incision is made just above the bikini line and is easily hidden. A traditional tummy tuck can also tighten and repair weakened abdominal muscles.
• Extended Tummy Tuck: An extended tummy tuck is best for patients with significant loose skin around their abdomen, waist, hips, and lower back. The incision extends along the entire waistline and around the hips, removing much skin from the entire waistline, lower abdomen, and lower back. It can also repair split muscles in the abdomen.
• Fleur-De-Lis Tummy Tuck: The Fleur-de-lis tummy tuck removes the most significant amount of loose skin around the abdomen and figure. The incisions extend across the entire lower abdomen and up the stomach, mimicking a fleur-de-lis design. It removes excess skin from the abdomen, back, waist, and hips and can repair weakened abdominal muscles.
• Abdominoplasty & Liposuction: Dr. Sajan can add liposuction to any of these tummy tuck methods, which can help remove stubborn pockets of fat from your stomach. Adding liposuction to your tummy tuck is an excellent way to sculpt your figure and enhance the results.

Before undergoing extensive tummy tuck surgery, you’ll consult Dr. Sajan to ensure you’re a candidate and can safely undergo the procedure. Dr. Sajan will review your medical history, goals, and amount of excess skin to find the perfect option for your abdominoplasty in Seattle.

Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss Procedure

During a tummy tuck, you will be placed under general anesthesia to ensure your comfort throughout the process. The overall procedure depends on the type of tummy tuck you undergo, how much skin needs to be removed, and any additional surgeries performed. Dr. Sajan uses advanced techniques and precision for every tummy tuck to create ideal results.

Abdominoplasty After Weight Loss Recovery

After an in-depth tummy tuck, you’ll want to take plenty of time to rest and recover. Most patients must take off work for at least two weeks and shouldn’t return to physical activity until Dr. Sajan clears them. Other recovery instructions may include:

• Take all medication prescribed by Dr. Sajan to ensure the best healing
• Keep drains in place (if used) and surgical wraps on until Dr. Sajan removes them
• Rest in an elevated position
• Do not stretch or strain the incision site
• Avoid intense physical activity until cleared
• Take slow, gentle walks every few hours to increase circulation
• Attend all follow-up appointments with Dr. Sajan

The price of a tummy tuck depends on the type of procedure performed and any other surgeries added. At Allure Esthetic, a traditional tummy tuck starts at $10,950 and increases from there. We offer payment plans and financing options for every patient.

1. Does A Tummy Tuck Leave Scars?

A tummy tuck does leave a scar, but it’s typically hidden just above the bikini line. Dr. Sajan can recommend care and scar creams to help the incision site heal and fade.

2. What Are The Risks Of A Tummy Tuck?

When you choose an experienced and knowledgeable provider, a tummy tuck is a safe and effective cosmetic surgery. There are inherent risks with every surgery, even an abdominoplasty. These risks can include:

• Infection
• Fluid build-up
• Scarring or improper healing
• Tissue damage or loss
• Complications with anesthesia

3. When Will I See Results From A Tummy Tuck?

It’s important to be patient following a tummy tuck. While most swelling should subside after a few weeks, it can take months for the results to settle. It can take up to a year before you see the final results.