IS AN TUMMY TUCK THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR ME?
Traditional tummy tuck procedures are aimed at removing the excess lower abdominal skin (i.e. apron of skin) that many patients are left with following pregnancy, weight gain and loss, or aging.
A tummy tuck flattens the abdominal wall, narrows the waistline and removes excess skin. Liposuction of the abdomen, bra-roll, waist and flanks can be performed at the same time to contour the patient’s body and enhance their shape. The most dramatic results typically come from a combination of liposuction and a full tummy tuck.
During your consultation you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your goals and talk about the look that you want to obtain. While at your visit, Dr. Hallak will discuss the different types of tummy tuck procedures and show you where the surgical scars are located. He’ll help you decide which procedures will help you reach your goals.
“Dr. Hallak is a very thoughtful surgeon who took the time to explain my options. He knew how important it was for me to obtain a stylish look without overdoing it. Although I managed to fill a 34D before my surgery, my breasts were uneven and had lost all fullness. In addition to my much-needed lift, I also wanted an areola reduction..
I had complete faith in Dr. Hallak and now after a breast lift, areolar reduction, and 400 cc high profile implants thanks to Dr. Hallak’s skillful hands, I am a sexy 36DD and my breasts are shaped beautifully and feel very natural. My sincere thanks to Dr. Hallak and his staff.”
“Hello, I am a patient of Dr. Hallaks I had breast augmentation & this is my testimonial: Being fairly new to Sandiego I went on to see many doctors for consults on having my breast implants replaced. I had saline implants for 11 years and was ready to replace them with silicone implants. I was very nervous and didn’t want a drastic change Dr. Hallak & his staff were incredible I had such a great experience really liked everyone at the surgery center also. I knew I was in good hands all of my questions were answered & concerns were addressed I’ve been so pleased with the results my new implants look so good and natural I’m always getting compliments when I’m out with friends. I’m very excited to show off my new look this summer on the beach. I couldn’t be happier with the decision I made to have Dr. Hallak as my surgeon! Thank-you”
BEST CANIDATES FOR A TUMMY TUCK
The best candidate for a tummy tuck is a patient with excess, sagging abdominal skin, areas of excess fat on the abdomen, flanks, and back, stretched abdominal muscles, and/or abdominal stretch marks or striae following childbirth or weight loss. Tummy tuck patients should be at or near their ideal body weight and be in good health. Women considering having additional children may want to wait to have a tummy tuck until they are finished expanding their family. Patients who have had a tummy tuck elsewhere and wish to revise their results may also be good candidates for a revision tummy tuck.\
WHEN TO WAIT ON TUMMY TUCK SURGERY
Unfortunately, not everyone is a good candidate for a tummy tuck or other body sculpting surgery. Patients that smoke, have complicated medical problems (e.g. heart disease, diabetes, blood clots), or are considered obese with a BMI >30 are not candidates for a tummy tuck. Dr. Hallak requires that patients stop smoking for at least 9-12 months, have medical conditions well-controlled, and have reached their ideal body weight before proceeding with body contouring or tummy tuck surgery. To obtain the best results possible, women who have recently had a baby should postpone surgery for at least 9 months to let their skin and soft tissues contract before undergoing tummy tuck and/or liposuction surgery.