Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure which is performed to remove excess skin and fat deposits from the abdomen and enhance a person’s appearance, shape and profile. In this procedure, we give patients the ability to redefine their physical appearance simply by adjusting the size of their stomach region. For those in the Myrtle Beach, North Carolina, South Carolina area, Sculpted Figures is the place for all your surgical needs.
Common factors that may lead to Tummy Tuck Surgery
- Childbirth
- Dramatic weight gain or loss
- Lack of exercise
- Age
- Genetics
Is it right for me?
The abdominoplasty or Tummy Tuck may be a good option for you if you:
- Maintain good physical health and weight
- Have realistic expectations
- Are frustrated by your attempts at weight loss and firming of your abdominal area with diet and exercise
- Have stretch marks from lack of elasticity
What to expect during your consultation
In order to create the best possible results, it is a good idea to prepare by considering the following before your consultation:
- General medical history, including the results of laboratory work and past surgeries
- A detailed account of current prescription medications, supplements (vitamins or others) that you take
- Any use of tobacco or other drugs
- What are your motivations for surgery? What are your expectations?
At the consultation, our highly experienced surgeon will also:
- Evaluate your current health
- Photographically document the abdominal area
- Based on the information gathered, we will discuss your surgical options and recommend a course of treatment.
- Cover what to do the day of surgery
- Cover post-operative care and recovery
Finally, we will go over the options you may have regarding the location of your surgery.
If you still have questions and live in North Carolina or interested in the Tummy Tuck surgery offered at our Sculpted Figures Plastic Surgery office, please call (843) 839-5995 to schedule your confidential consultation or for more information. You can also email our patient coordinator pc@sculptedfigures.com.
