Tummy Tuck in Phoenix

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Tummy Tuck Before/After Gallery

Today, people are more in tune with their body image than ever before. Many patients look to rejuvenate their stomach and flank regions with the tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure. As you view before and after photos of abdominoplasty you will see why Dr. Thomas Kotoske is well known for his creative skill and customizing his tummy tucks to the individual needs of each and every patient.

He will thoroughly discuss your goals and needs to fulfill your expectations.

Different surgical procedures allow one to change the contour and shape of the breasts, abdomen, and other parts of the body. These body contouring procedures include liposculpture with micro tumescent liposuction, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), breast augmentation and others. The success of these procedures depends in great part on your age, general health, and the shape, size, and skin quality of the area to be treated. Often a combination of procedures will be used to alter one particular area. For example: micro tumescent liposuction and abdominoplasty will often be used together to re-contour the abdomen and waist area.

Abdominoplasty is a commonly performed surgical procedure to get rid of excess skin and fat in the tummy area (tummy tuck), and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. In patients who have had one or more pregnancies, or who have lost large amounts of weight, the skin and fat in the abdomen can become loose and flaccid. No amount of exercise will get rid of this hanging, loose skin. At the same time, because the muscles of the abdomen have been stretched, the intestines can push forward from the inside, creating an unsightly bulge of the abdomen.

Abdominoplasty can tighten these muscles to help create a flat, firm abdominal wall. At the same time, any excess loose, hanging skin and fat is removed. Frequently, liposuction will be combined with abdominoplasty to remove unwanted fat from the hips and other areas. This is a popular operation in both women and men.

The Operation: This is an operation that is done under IV sedation or Epidural with IV sedation and tumescent anesthesia and usually requires a stay overnight in the hospital or similar overnight facility. An incision is made low on the abdominal wall at the pubic hair line, and extended outwards on each side. A second incision is sometimes made around the belly button to allow it to be repositioned after the skin and fat are pulled down. The muscles of the abdomen are tightened, and the waistline is sculpted into an attractive shape. The excess fat is removed by liposuction and/or direct excision. The skin is then redraped so the excess can be removed, and the navel is repositioned into a natural position.

Following surgery, the new abdomen will feel tight, and patients will walk slightly hunched over for 2-3 weeks. This will resolve quickly. Any sutures are removed by 10-14 days. There will be some swelling and firmness around the re-contoured abdominal wall for several weeks that will subside with time.

Complications: Although the operation is usually straight-forward and uncomplicated, problems can infrequently happen as with any operation. These possible complications include excessive bleeding after the surgery, infection, scarring, asymmetry, and problems with wound healing. Wound healing problems can occur especially is smokers, diabetics, patients of poor medical health, or patients with old abdominal scars. Some patients may accumulate clear, yellow fluid under the skin (seromas) after the surgery. This fluid is easily removed, and constitutes a nuisance more than a complication. To minimize this possibility, most patients will have temporary drains for several days and wear a compressive girdle.

Although complications following abdominoplasty are very unusual, it is important that every patient be well informed about the procedure, the options available, and the potential problems. Ask Dr. Kotoske if you are a good candidate for this procedure, and write down a list of questions and concerns to discuss with your doctor at the time of your visit.

MINI TUMMY TUCK

The Mini Tummy Tuck is a procedure that is less invasive and usually is directed at removal of skin and fat from the lower abdomen without repositioning of the belly button and with or without drain placement. Recovery is quicker because liposuction is utilized. Final results take 2 to 3 weeks, but a dramatic change is noted almost immediately. Ask Dr. Kotoske if you are a candidate for this exciting procedure.

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Dr. Kotoske is THE SURGEON to go to. What an amazing experience. From the day I met with Dr. Kotoske for my consultation, I had NO doubt that he was the one. I did extensive research, which is so important, and I felt very confident in my choice to schedule my surgery with him. Not only is he an amazing surgeon, but he such an amazing man. I felt like I was his only patient and he was always available to answer any questions, or concerns, before, and after surgery. I'm 52 and now have the tummy of a 20 year old!!!! Thank you to Dr. Kotoske for your care, your friendship, your caring staff, and how easy you made this choice for me!

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