There are a variety of reasons why you may be struggling with stubborn fat. Pregnancy, genetics, hormonal changes, and aging can all cause weight to stick around despite good diet and exercise habits.
Liposuction and tummy tuck are both popular procedures for achieving a more toned, sculpted physique. But which one is better for you: tummy tuck vs. liposuction?
Here at Pearlman Aesthetic Surgery in New York, Dr. Brian Bassiri-Tehrani develops personalized treatment plans that help his patients achieve their aesthetic goals through plastic surgery.
Should I get a tummy tuck or liposuction?
An in-depth consultation with an expert provider is the best way to determine which procedure will work best for you. Whether you need a tummy tuck vs. liposuction depends on your specific goals.
What is a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck is a surgical solution for excess fat and skin in the abdomen. It’s also used to repair diastasis recti, the condition when the abdominal muscles separate after pregnancy or after massive weight loss. A tummy tuck can also be a great procedure to remove extra skin and fat from the abdominal area. This can give patients a narrower waist and improved body contour overall restoring their youthful figure.
Your surgeon makes an incision in the lower abdomen, typically low enough to be hidden by underwear or a swimsuit. Then, he removes excess fat and skin to tighten and tone the area. Because the procedure is more invasive, the recovery time is longer for a tummy tuck compared to liposuction.
What is liposuction?
Liposuction removes fat from target areas and can be done all over the body, not just on the stomach. However, liposuction does not tighten the skin, so for some candidates, a separate skin-tightening technique might be needed.
During treatment, your surgeon uses a small device called a cannula. It’s inserted under the skin to remove fat from the designated treatment area.
Have more questions about tummy tuck vs. liposuction?
Dr. Bassiri-Tehrani specializes in liposuction and tummy tuck procedures at Pearlman Aesthetic Surgery in New York City. His goal is to help his patients unlock the full potential of their natural beauty and feel empowered to live life to the fullest.
Schedule your consultation to get started. During the consultation, we’ll discuss which procedure is best for you based on your desired results, and we’ll make sure you understand the estimated cost and recovery time of the procedure.
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