At our Westchester County operating facility, abdominoplasty or “tummy tuck” surgery is routinely performed to tighten the loose skin of the abdomen and repair the weak muscles of the abdominal wall. Loose abdominal skin is usually but not always secondary to pregnancy and/or significant weight loss. Separation of the rectus muscles (“six pack muscles”) often accompanies the excess abdominal skin as both may be secondary to pregnancy. During the procedure, Dr. Greenwald removes the excess skin, leaving the remaining skin firmer and smoother. The underlying muscles are re-approximated in the midline resulting in a flatter abdomen without a bulge. Liposuction is often added to the procedure if indicated to further help improve your body’s contours.
An abdominoplasty incision is made slightly below the top of the pubic hair and extended laterally above the groin crease. Dr. Greenwald makes every attempt to keep the incision as low as possible (i.e., hidden in the underwear). The excess abdominal skin and fat are then removed and the muscles re-approximated in the midline if indicated. Liposuction may be performed for additional contouring. A layered closure of the tissues is then performed after drains are inserted under the skin. Pain medication is administered prior to closure to minimize your postoperative pain. Tummy tuck is designed to firm and smooth the abdomen. The procedure removes excess abdominal skin and may also reduce fat and tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall.
Abdominoplasty and tummy tuck surgery was performed more than 170,000 times in 2006. Tummy tucks are routinely performed in Dr. Greenwald’s outpatient center.
Additional Cosmetic Surgery Procedures with Dr. Greenwald
In addition to his work as a tummy tuck specialist, Dr. Joshua Greenwald also performs a variety of intricate and complex surgical procedures at his state-of-the-art plastic surgery facility. He takes great pride in helping his liposuction, breast augmentation and tummy tuck patients achieve the figure and appearance that they desire. He is also regarded as a leading post-bariatric surgery provider and mommy makeover surgeon.
