Abdominoplasty Specialist in Princeton, NJ and North Brunswick, NJ

An abdominoplasty is a permanent cosmetic procedure that can last forever when properly maintained. It is an effective treatment used for those who have excessive skin and stubborn fat around the stomach. After your tummy tuck, it will be impossible for the skin and fat cells that were removed to ever grow back. However, if you aren’t committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, eating well, and implementing exercise into your daily life, your abdominal skin can begin to sag and new fat cells can begin to develop.

The cost of your abdominoplasty will be dependent on your healthcare provider and the complexity of the procedure. If you have any concerns about abdominoplasty costs in Princeton, NJ and North Brunswick, NJ please don’t hesitate to talk with our specialists about how to make this procedure happen. We understand that getting an abdominoplasty is a big financial decision and we would be more than happy to discuss all of your options.

During an abdominoplasty procedure, the anesthesiologist will administer medication to keep you comfortable throughout the procedure. A low transverse incision is made similar to where a C-section scar is placed, as well as an incision around the belly button. The skin is elevated upwards all the way to the rib cage and the muscle layer is tightened with sutures. Once you are fully sedated, your cosmetic surgeon will make an incision from your belly button to your pubic hairline. You may also need an incision around the navel depending on how much excess skin is around your abdomen. Next, the upper abdominal skin will be pulled down and any excess skin will be trimmed. Your specialist will also have to create a new opening for the belly button. Once this is created, your belly button will return to the surface of the abdomen and your incisions will be ready to be closed.

After your tummy tuck procedure, you can expect to feel sore and swollen for the first week, and then it will rapidly improve. It takes about six weeks for full abdominoplasty recovery. Once you’ve healed, you can return to your normal exercise routine and activities. To encourage proper healing, make sure to carefully follow your plastic surgeon’s aftercare instructions.

We recommend you follow these general guidelines after your procedure:

• Get rest
• Move around the house by walking every few hours
• Wear a compression garment
• Stay well hydrated
• Take proper pain medications and/or antibiotics
• Limit fast movements
• Don’t stay still for too long

Whether you’re having a hard time reducing stubborn belly fat, you have excessive skin around your abdomen or weakened abdominal muscles, an abdominoplasty may be the right procedure for you. We would love to discuss the many life changing benefits of an abdominoplasty and answer any of your further questions.  For more information, contact us today or schedule an appointment online. We have convenient locations in Princeton, NJ and North Brunswick, NJ. We serve patients from Princeton NJ, North Brunswick NJ, Lawrence Township NJ, Pennington NJ, Lawrenceville NJ, New Brunswick NJ, East Brunswick NJ, Highland Park, South Brunswick NJ, and surrounding areas.