Tummy Tuck Candidates

A tummy tuck is a body contouring procedure that can be used to tighten abdominal muscles, remove excess skin and fat, and tone your entire midsection. Many patients seek treatment  from board-certified Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Gregory Diehl following pregnancy or significant weight loss for a tummy tuck. This is because the abdominal area is incredibly hard to tone following weight fluctuations.

If you have lost a significant amount of weight or are unhappy with the appearance of your body following pregnancy, you may be an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck.

Good Tummy Tuck Candidates

Good candidates for a tummy tuck should have excess skin and fat deposits that have not responded to diet and exercise. This is a body contouring procedure and not intended for significant weight loss. If you are overweight, you may need to come closer to your goal weight before undergoing this procedure.

In addition to being close to your goal weight, to be a good candidate for a tummy tuck you will need to be:

•          A nonsmoker or willing to give up smoking
•          In generally good health
•          Prepared for a surgical procedure and recovery period
•         Willing to closely follow all of Dr. Diehl’s pre and postoperative advice

The best way to determine if a tummy tuck can help you reach your goals is with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Diehl.

If you live in or around Long Island, New York and would like to learn if you are a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery, please contact Diehl Plastic Surgery to schedule an initial consultation.