Getting a Tummy Tuck in Chicago, Illinois

All your Tummy Tuck questions answered

 

There are several reasons you may want to have a Tummy Tuck, also known as Abdominoplasty. The strains of pregnancy may have taken a toll on your tummy leaving excess, sagging skin; or perhaps you've lost a lot of weight; maybe just the effects of age and gravity have left you with a less than desirable mid-section. Whatever the case may be, a tummy tuck can dramatically tighten your abdominal area by removing excess skin and fat from the region. Besides leaving you with a smooth looking stomach, a tummy tuck can also help you achieve a more toned look by tightening the abdominal muscles. You can even decide to change the look of your bellybutton, making an outtie an innie (or visa-versa). Please read on for more information about tummy tuck surgery in Chicago or elsewhere in Illinois. When you feel you are ready, fill out the form on this page and let us help you schedule a personal consultation with an Illinois or Chicago Plastic Surgeon so you can have all your questions answered in person.

 

Am I a candidate for Tummy Tuck surgery?

 

The Tummy Tuck procedure serves principally to remove excess, sagging skin from the abdominal region. If you are most concerned with removing fat deposits from your tummy, you may be a better candidate for liposuction or a mini tummy tuck.

There are three general reasons for this development of loose, sagging skin:

 

 

For those thinking about a tummy tuck after pregnancy, it is advised that you weight until you wish to stop having children. Pregnancy requires the stretching of the skin, so it may be dangerous to remove and tighten skin in this region if you plan on having more children.

 

If you plan on having a tummy tuck due to loss of significant weight, you may want to weight until you've reached your target weight. If you loose large amounts of weight after having a tummy tuck, more loose skin may develop and you may desire a second tummy tuck. Thus, you're better off waiting until you're happy with your weight loss before considering a tummy tuck.

 

How much does a tummy tuck cost?

 

The most recent averages put abdominoplasty at about $4,400-$7,700 depending on the amount of work the given patient needs. It's easy to understand why such rough figures would be frustrating when trying to see if you can afford the surgery. That's why we suggest you go see an Illinois plastic surgeon for a personal consultation. These consultations always carry no obligations, so its a good way to get a more exact price estimate, as well as have all your other questions answered. Let us schedule you in with a board certified Chicago doctor today, free of charge. Call 877-836-8848or fill out this form.

 

You can also learn about your financing options through this site. We've teamed up with the areas best medical finance companies to help you take the load off the cost of plastic surgery. To learn more visit our plastic surgery financing page.

 

What is a mini tummy tuck?

 

Some people desire less tightening of the skin and more contouring of the muscles. If this sounds like you, you may want to consider a mini tummy tuck, also known as a mini-tuck. A mini tummy tuck involves a much smaller incision below the belly button which allows the doctor to tighten both your upper and lower abdominal muscles leaving you with a more toned stomach. Keep in mind that the procedure does less to correct sagging, excess skin and can not correct the appearance of the belly button.

 

Tummy Tuck Risks

 

All plastic surgeries carry risks. Fortunately, serious complications from tummy tuck surgery is rare and in many cases can be remedied. Some of these risks include infection and blood clots after surgery. Infections can be fought off through drainage and antibiotics but will prolong your hospital stay. Blood clots are usually caused by immobilization after surgery. Thus, it is best to start moving around as soon as you can after surgery.

 

See Your Doctor

 

Thanks for being responsible and taking the time to do the research on tummy tuck surgery before jumping in. You should now have a better understanding of what a tummy tuck entails. However, it's impossible for us to know your particular situation and give you information specific to you. That's why it's very important to see a board certified tummy tuck plastic surgeon for a personal consultation. Even if you're still unsure whether you'd like to have the procedure, these consultations are always helpful in making your decision. We'd love to help you find the right Chicago or Illinois area plastic surgeon and schedule a personal consultation for you, free of charge. Just call us at 877-836-8848 or fill out our form.