Is a Tummy Tuck painful?

In the first few days following your tummy tuck, you may experience mild-moderate pain, which can be managed with the medications and instructions given to you by Dr. Molina. Pain is usually markedly improved after the first week, and some general soreness may be present for 2-3 weeks.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

All patients are seen on the first or second day after surgery and again within the first and second week after surgery. Postoperative appointments are spaced out from there depending on your healing and comfort level. Dr. Molina sees patients up to a year after surgery to ensure everything goes according to plan.

How Long Until I See Results?

Most patients will be able to see their final tummy tuck results in around three months, with your final shape settling in at around the six-month mark. This will vary between patients depending on the extent of the procedure and is also dependent on maintaining good lifestyle habits.

Can I combine a Tummy Tuck with other procedures?

Yes! Many of our patients will combine their tummy tuck with other body contouring procedures at Bianca Molina Plastic Surgery such as an Arm Lift , Breast Lift , or Liposuction . We recommend you discuss the possibility of combining other procedures with Dr. Molina during your consultation so that she can give you her expert advice on what is best and safest.

What Are the Risks Associated with a Tummy Tuck?

Even though tummy tucks are common, they are still a surgical procedure, all of which carry risks, Potential risks associated with a tummy tuck may include: Anesthesia risks Asymmetry Bleeding Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications Fluid accumulation or seroma Infection Numbness or other changes in skin sensation Persistent pain Poor wound healing Need for revisional surgery Recurrent looseness of skin Suboptimal aesthetic result Unfavorable scarring Dr. Molina discusses all surgical risks in detail with you before proceeding to ensure you are well-informed and comfortable with the procedure.

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Tummy Tuck

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About us

Tummy Tuck Introduction

Many people are dissatisfied with how their stomach looks. This dissatisfaction can be due to age, pregnancy, sudden weight loss or weight gain, or genetic predisposition. Common complaints are sagging excess skin, stubborn fat, or skin with stretch marks. The abdominal or “tummy” area is such a focal point of our overall physique that it often reflects in our self-confidence, posture, and overall presentation.

Board-certified and award-winning plastic surgeon, Dr. Bianca Molina offers the tummy tuck in New York City to help her patients feel better about their body contour by removing excess skin and fat in the abdominal area. To learn more about this plastic surgery and what it can do for you, please continue reading the information below.

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What is a Tummy Tuck?

An Abdominoplasty, more commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgery that removes excess skin and fat deposits from the stomach area. This is done through an incision which is hidden in the bikini line. This allows for the skin of the abdominal wall to be pulled tight and redraped, and the excess skin removed.

During a Tummy Tuck, the abdominal muscles are also repaired, or plicated, which are commonly separated and weakened during pregnancy. This is called rectus diastasis, which is a separation and thinning of the strong connective tissue that is supposed to hold the abdominal muscles in the midline. Oftentimes, core strength is improved after abdominoplasty, as no exercise plan can truly repair a rectus diastasis.

In addition, the belly button is refined as part of a Tummy Tuck.

All of these surgical maneuvers lead to a more defined midsection and allow for restored abdominal contours for many women.

What Are The Benefits of a Tummy Tuck?

Our patients who have received a tummy tuck in New York City attest to some of the following benefits:

Boosted self-confidence
Happiness with the appearance of the stomach
Excess skin folds are eliminated
Improved appearance of the belly button
Stronger and improved core after abdominal muscle repair

Who Are The Best Candidates For A Tummy Tuck?

At Bianca Molina Plastic Surgery, we believe you could be a good candidate for a tummy tuck in New York City if you are:

Bothered by the look of your abdomen
Have a diastasis recti, or rectus diastasis after pregnancy
Committed to maintaining results through a healthy diet and routine exercise
In good overall physical health
Realistic about your expectations for surgery
Stable in your weight
A non-smoker

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Tummy Tuck First Step

What’s the first step?

The first step in getting a tummy tuck in New York City is to contact our Concierge Team at Bianca Molina Plastic Surgery. When you come in for your consultation, you will be able to meet with Dr. Bianca Molina and discuss what you’re looking to achieve from the procedure. She will discuss your medical history, your goals, and desires, and provide her recommendations for a tummy tuck.

At the end of your consultation, you will meet with our Concierge Team to discuss pricing, and booking surgery. You will also be scheduled for a second preoperative appointment where the surgical plan will be reviewed again, and all pre-operative instructions will be reviewed. We ensure that you are completely informed and prepared for the day of surgery.

What to Expect on the Day of Tummy Tuck Surgery

On your day of surgery, you will be welcomed by Dr. Molina and the nursing and anesthesia teams. Dr. Molina performs all surgeries at an accredited facility to ensure maximal safety. A tummy tuck is performed under general anesthesia and requires a dedicated anesthesia team.

Once you are in the operating room you will be given anesthesia. Dr. Molina will perform the surgery, and a tummy tuck usually takes approximately two to three hours. Oftentimes, liposuction is combined to provide additional contouring of the midsection.

Once the surgery is completed, you will be taken to a private recovery room. Dr. Molina will see you after surgery to ensure you are doing well, and the nursing and anesthesia teams will ensure you are recovered from anesthesia prior to going home. You will need an approved escort to take you home after surgery.

Tummy Tuck Recovery

The majority of healthy patients will go home on the day of surgery after a tummy tuck, You will be placed in a compression garment or abdominal binder after surgery, which will remain on at all times except as instructed. You will also have surgical drains (two) which will be managed at home. Dressings or bandages applied to your incisions will be removed by Dr. Molina at your first visit on day 1 or 2 after surgery.

You will likely be sore during the first few days, and all surgery patients are given an appropriate pain medication regimen to allow for a smooth recovery. During the initial days after surgery, patients are instructed to walk slightly hunched forward so as not to stress the incision and abdominal muscle repair. Patients are expected to walk about their homes to prevent blood clots.

We recommend taking a week or 2 off of work, depending on the type of work that you do. You will also be given instructions regarding activities and restrictions on heavy lifting or aggressive exercise.

Swelling, bruising, and incisional healing all occur over a timeline Inicsions are generally well healed by 1.5 – 2 weeks, drains removed before 2 weeks, and swelling markedly improved by 1 month. Swelling may take 3-6 months to completely resolve, though you will notice immediate improvement in your abdominal shape after surgery.

Tummy Tuck Cost

How Much Does Tummy Tuck Cost In New York City, NY

The cost of a tummy tuck in New York, NY is dependent on several factors, including the complexity of the surgery, anesthesia and facility fees, and the duration of the surgery. After meeting with Dr. Molina for your consultation, our Concierge Team will be able to give you a breakdown of the full price of your treatment.

Why Choose Dr. Molina?

Dr. Molina is a board-certified, award-winning plastic surgeon with over ten years of surgical experience and has spent years serving patients in some of New York’s most reputable hospitals. A well-published and active participant in the plastic surgery community, she has dedicated her life to learning, sharing, and improving the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery. With this level of personal attention to the field and her work, you can be sure that your experience at Bianca Molina Plastic Surgery will mirror the dedication to quality that Dr. Bianca Molina holds.

Dr. Molina is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and a proud diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).

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Tummy Tuck FAQ’S

Yes! Many of our patients will combine their tummy tuck with other body contouring procedures at Bianca Molina Plastic Surgery such as an Arm Lift, Breast Lift, or Liposuction. We recommend you discuss the possibility of combining other procedures with Dr. Molina during your consultation so that she can give you her expert advice on what is best and safest.
Even though tummy tucks are common, they are still a surgical procedure, all of which carry risks, Potential risks associated with a tummy tuck may include:
- Anesthesia risks
- Asymmetry
- Bleeding
- Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
- Fluid accumulation or seroma
- Infection
- Numbness or other changes in skin sensation
- Persistent pain
- Poor wound healing
- Need for revisional surgery
- Recurrent looseness of skin
- Suboptimal aesthetic result
- Unfavorable scarring
Dr. Molina discusses all surgical risks in detail with you before proceeding to ensure you are well-informed and comfortable with the procedure.

Schedule a Consultation

If you have excess skin and fat in your abdominal region caused by weight fluctuations or pregnancy, a tummy tuck from Bianca Molina Plastic Surgery in Lower Manhattan can help improve your abdominal contour. Call our office or use our website to fill out a consultation request form and we will be in touch with you! We look forward to meeting with you.