17 Jan Liposuction vs Tummy Tuck – Which is Right For You?
There are definite differences in the tummy tuck and liposuction procedures. Both are effective and safe and have been around for years. Just what you would like to have accomplished will point you toward the right method for you.
Liposuction – Far Less Invasive and Very Effective
If the focus of your concern lies in excessive abdominal fat and you would like to re-contour your abdominal area with little down time, liposuction may be the right choice for you. Besides the abdominal area, it is used in the arms, hips, thighs, buttocks and more, but, as it certainly empties the fat, it does not do anything to tighten the skin.
Liposuction is considered surgery, but most patients return to work within a few days. It is a procedure that is added to many other surgical procedures, such as tummy tucks and mommy makeovers to “bring more to the party.” It enhances and is the finishing touch to many surgical options.
Goodbye Saggy Skin With A Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area. It also tightens the stretched muscles and virtually eliminates the belly bulge. Recovery time is significantly longer than liposuction and patients will have a significant scar extending from hip to hip.
For those who have had significant weight loss or have had children, a tummy tuck may be the procedure of choice to achieve maximum results. The excessive skin and tightening of the muscles is an essential part of the procedure that these patients need, to attain the changes they desire.
Combining Tummy Tuck and Liposuction
For maximum results, many patients are choosing to have both treatments done together. A liposuction is a great tool in shaping and contouring, while the tummy tuck removes the loose skin, and tightening both the skin and muscle.
Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery
Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon such as Dr. Shaun Parson to sit down and decide which combination of procedures are right for you. Regardless if a tummy tuck and/or liposuction will help meet your aesthetic goals, our staff will walk you through the process it will take to get you where you want to be. Please call 480-282-8386.