Circumferential Tummy Tuck

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Circumferential Tummy Tuck in Austin, Texas abdominoplasty Austin Plastic Surgeon

A circumferential tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a body contouring procedure that addresses excess skin around the entire midsection. (1) Weight loss, pregnancy, and aging can result in loose skin, weakened abdominal muscles, and excess fat that is difficult to address with a healthy diet and regular exercise. While a traditional tummy tuck focuses on removing excess skin from the front of the abdomen, a circumferential tummy tuck removes excess skin from more areas of the torso to sculpt your figure, lift and shape your buttocks as well.

Austin Plastic Surgeon is a leader in advanced cosmetic surgery throughout Texas, with locations in Austin, San Antonio, and West Lake Hills. Our experienced surgeons and staff remain on the cutting edge of plastic surgery and body contouring innovations, offering highly customized procedures like the circumferential tummy tuck to help patients achieve transformative results. If you are interested in learning more about circumferential tummy tuck procedures, contact Austin Plastic Surgeon online to schedule a personal consultation or give us a call at one of our three locations:

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About Circumferential Tummy Tuck

The circumferential tummy tuck is designed to dramatically reshape the entire midsection. It involves removing excess skin and fat from the front, sides, and back of the torso while tightening underlying muscles. This procedure is ideal for patients who have been pregnant, have lost a substantial amount of weight, or have experienced other changes in body composition that led to sagging skin and stubborn fat deposits. When patients have significant excess skin of the abdomen, back, and buttocks, the circumferential tummy tuck can create a 360-degree body contouring to create a total torso transformation.

By extending beyond a standard tummy tuck, this technique allows surgeons to target a broader area, offering a complete 360-degree refinement of the body’s core. This total torso transformation has become critically important in the setting of GLP-1 weight loss, resulting in what has been colloquially named “Ozempic butt” and “Ozempic body.” Because of the comprehensive nature and proven efficacy of this treatment, variations of tummy tucks have risen in popularity in recent years. (2)

Benefits

There are many advantages associated with circumferential tummy tuck procedures, making this a highly sought-after treatment. Some of the many benefits patients experience include:

  • Enhanced Body Contour: Patients can enjoy a sculpted, smoother figure after removing excess skin and fat.
  • Improved Confidence: Many patients find that their self-confidence improves after removing excess skin.
  • Improved Core Strength: Tightening the abdominal muscles can improve your core strength, making exercise more effective and improving your quality of life.
  • Increased Comfort and Mobility: Removing excess skin can improve your mobility and ability to complete daily activities.
  • Addressing Skin Issues: Removing loose skin can reduce skin irritation and infections. It can remove the excess skin of the abdomen, flanks, and buttocks. It also allows your plastic surgeon to shape the entire torso. Creating a total torso transformation!
  • Long-Lasting Results: If you maintain a stable weight, you can enjoy long-lasting results.
  • Customizable Treatment Plan: We can address excess skin affecting the front, back, and sides of the abdomen to improve your appearance for a smoother, sculpted look.

Ideal Candidates

Candidates for a circumferential tummy tuck are typically individuals who want to improve the appearance of their abdomen and meet the following criteria:

  • Have experienced significant weight loss resulting in loose or sagging skin
  • Are in good overall health
  • Do not use nicotine or are willing to quit before surgery and throughout the recovery period.
  • Have maintained a stable weight for several months
  • Have realistic expectations and are committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle

Consultation

Your journey will begin with a comprehensive personal consultation. During this appointment, one of our team members will review your medical history, perform a physical examination, and gain an understanding of your aesthetic goals. Your surgeon will then develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your aesthetic goals.

Contact the Austin Plastic Surgeon team online or call your closest location to schedule your consultation and begin your treatment.

Preparation

To ensure a smooth treatment process and optimal outcomes, we will provide you with detailed preoperative instructions. If you take medications and/or supplements that thin the blood, we will recommend that you stop temporarily. You will also need to stop drinking alcohol for 24-48 hours before and after the procedure. If you smoke, you should stop for several weeks. We also recommend that patients arrange for a trustworthy adult to drive them home after the procedure and care for them for the first 24-48 hours of their recovery. Many patients also prepare their meals ahead of time and prepare their homes for a comfortable recovery.

Procedure

After the administration of anesthesia, your surgeon will then make an incision on the front and back of the lower torso to access the underlying tissue and muscles. They will remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen, sides, and lower back, and tighten the muscles to enhance the core and flatten the belly.

Once this is complete, your skin will be redraped and sutured, creating a smooth appearance. The procedure typically takes several hours and may be performed alongside other body contouring treatments. The team at Austin Plastic Surgeon will work with precision to ensure the most aesthetically pleasing outcome possible.

Recovery

During your recovery, you may experience swelling, bruising, and/or mild discomfort. The Austin Plastic Surgery team will provide detailed instructions to guide you through each stage of recovery. We will let you know when you can return to work. Most patients return to non-strenuous activities after two to three weeks. Full recovery can take up to six weeks or longer, depending on your treatment plan and the amount of tissue we remove from the abdomen.

Results

You can enjoy an improvement in your appearance as your skin heals and swelling subsides. When performed by a trained professional, circumferential tummy tucks are associated with high patient satisfaction rates. (3) Once healing is complete, you can enjoy a more toned, sculpted figure and more balanced proportions. Scars will fade over time, and you can easily conceal them with clothing. You should maintain a healthy lifestyle to help preserve the transformative results of your circumferential tummy tuck for years to come.

Corresponding Procedures

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To achieve a more comprehensive transformation, many patients combine their circumferential tummy tuck with additional procedures such as liposuction, arm lifts, or thigh lifts. During your consultation, the Austin Plastic Surgeon team will be happy to discuss whether combining procedures could help you reach your body goals more efficiently.

An auto-augmentation is often combined with a butt lift or circumferential tummy tuck. This allows your plastic surgeon to use the skin and fat that is being excised to enhance your buttocks. With weight loss and/or “Ozempic butt,” patients are often trying to restore the volume in their buttocks that they lost. They want something natural but subtly sexy. Combining the auto-augmentation of the buttocks with a butt lift or circumferential abdominoplasty gives patients a very natural but athletic appearance.

Cost of a Circumferential Tummy Tuck in Austin, San Antonio, and West Lake Hills

The cost of each circumferential tummy tuck varies based on the extent of skin and fat removal, surgical complexity, and whether additional procedures are performed. The Austin Plastic Surgeon team will be happy to provide you with a detailed cost estimate during your personal consultation, and we encourage you to explore our pricing page beforehand to get an estimate of the cost of your procedure.

To begin planning your circumferential tummy tuck, contact Austin Plastic Surgeon online or give us a call at one of our three locations:

FAQ

What is a circumferential tummy tuck?

A circumferential tummy tuck is an advanced surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat around the entire midsection, not just the front of the abdomen.

How long does a circumferential tummy tuck take?

Most circumferential tummy tucks take between 4 to 6 hours, depending on the complexity and any additional procedures performed.

Is a circumferential tummy tuck painful?

Patients typically experience mild to moderate discomfort, which may be managed with prescribed pain medications and proper post-op care.

Are the results of a circumferential tummy tuck permanent?

If you maintain a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle, the results of a circumferential tummy tuck are long-lasting.

Will my circumferential tummy tuck involve liposuction?

Liposuction is not always employed for tummy tuck procedures. If you have stubborn deposits of fat that do not respond to dieting or exercise, then we may include liposuction in your treatment to achieve optimal results.

Will a circumferential tummy tuck leave scars?

Because a circumferential tummy tuck requires incisions, there will be some scarring. This will fade over time, and our surgeons use advanced techniques to minimize scarring and its visibility.

What anesthesia is used in a circumferential tummy tuck?

These procedures are normally performed with a patient under general anesthesia. However, local anesthetics and IV sedation may also be used. During your consultation, you and your surgeon will discuss your anesthesia options and preferences.

Are there any non-surgical alternatives to a circumferential tummy tuck?

Patients may be able to see subtle improvements with various non-surgical body contouring procedures. However, the results will not be as significant or as permanent as those from a surgical procedure.

References

  1. Sozer SO, Basaran K, Alim H. Abdominoplasty with Circumferential Liposuction: A Review of 1000 Consecutive Cases. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 2018;142(4):891-901. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/PRS.0000000000004819
  2. ASPS. American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner.; 2023. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2023/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2023.pdf
  3. Carloni R, Antoine De Runz, Chaput B, et al. Circumferential Contouring of the Lower Trunk: Indications, Operative Techniques, and Outcomes—A Systematic Review. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. 2016;40(5):652-668. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-016-0660-7