Tummy Tuck in Evansville, IN
Shape and strengthen your core with a tummy tuck
Tummy Tuck in Evansville, IN
Amelia Evansville Specializes in Tummy Tucks.
A modern tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, offers a remarkable solution for sculpting a more refined and firm abdomen. For residents in Evansville, Indiana, who are dealing with loose skin, persistent fat deposits, or stretched abdominal muscles (often a consequence of pregnancy, substantial weight fluctuations, or simply aging), this transformative surgical procedure can be truly life-changing.
Differing from older techniques that primarily focused on excising excess skin, a modern tummy tuck at Amelia Evansville, Indiana, encompasses a holistic strategy for body shaping. This includes not just the removal of lax skin and stretch marks, but critically, the repair of separated abdominal muscles, a condition medically termed diastasis recti. This internal muscle tightening acts like an "inner corset," enhancing core strength, improving posture, and resulting in a visibly more toned and streamlined appearance.
At Amelia Evansville, Indiana, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kate Kottwitz enhances the tummy tuck journey by integrating sophisticated methods and patient-centric advantages often bundled into the procedure's cost.
Dr. Kate Kottwitz utilizes Exparel, an extended-release local anesthetic administered during the surgery. This innovative pain management solution delivers prolonged pain relief for several days post-operation, significantly lessening discomfort during the vital initial recovery phase and reducing the need for conventional opioid pain medications. This contributes to a smoother, more comfortable recuperation, allowing patients to resume their activities more quickly.
Waistline liposuction is frequently part of the modern tummy tuck package at Amelia Evansville, Indiana. This targeted liposuction enables Dr. Kate Kottwitz to meticulously contour the sides and hips, sculpting the entire waistline to create a harmonious silhouette that complements the newly flattened abdomen. This integrated approach ensures a more balanced and naturally proportionate outcome, addressing areas beyond just the front of the belly.
Opting for a tummy tuck in Evansville, IN, at Amelia means selecting a customized plan that prioritizes both natural-looking results and the patient's overall well-being. Dr. Kate Kottwitz and her dedicated, all-female team recognize the significance of this decision. The ultimate aim for the team at Amelia Evansville, Indiana, is to empower you to rediscover confidence and comfort in your skin.
Am I a good candidate for a tummy tuck?
You may be a candidate for a tummy tuck if you are concerned by one or more of the following:
- Excess skin and fat in the abdominal area that doesn't respond to diet and exercise.
- Weakened or separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), often resulting from pregnancy or significant weight fluctuations.
- Sagging abdominal skin after pregnancy or major weight loss.
- You are at a relatively stable weight and in good overall health.
- You have realistic expectations about what a tummy tuck can achieve
What do tummy tuck scars look like?
Tummy Tuck Scars
Amelia specializes in 4 types of tummy tuck scars: standard (full), mini, extended, and fleur-di-lis. The type of tummy tuck scar that is right for you depends on the amount of skin removal needed to achieve your goals.
Do tummy tuck scars go away?
Abdominoplasty scars typically take around 12 months post-op to heal and when cared for properly can continue to fade for years to come. Consistent scar care and SPF are so important after your surgery, especially in the first year. Your surgeon and clinical team will be there to guide you on a protocol to help ensure your scars fade and heal their best.
Full Tummy Tuck
The full tummy tuck addresses loose skin above and below the navel, reshapes the belly button, and repairs abdominal muscle separation.
- Targets loose skin on the upper and lower abdomen
- Often includes waistline liposuction for added shape
- Strengthens core with muscle repair
- Often includes Exparel® to support pain management
Mini Tummy Tuck
A mini tummy tuck addresses skin laxity below the navel but does not address loose skin above the belly button.
- Targets loose skin below the navel, but does not address belly button shape
- Often includes waistline liposuction for added shape and contour
- Can include muscle repair to correct abdominal muscle separation
- Often includes Exparel® to support pain management
Extended Tummy Tuck
An extended tummy tuck is a lot like a full tummy tuck with a slightly longer incision for more skin removal.
- Addresses loose skin in both the upper and lower abdomen
- Has a longer incision typically extended beyond the hip bones
- Often includes muscle repair and waistline liposuction
- Often includes Exparel® to support pain management
Fleur-de-Lis Tummy Tuck
A fleur-de-lis tummy tuck is most commonly used for significant skin removal in major weight loss patients.
- Addresses loose skin in the upper and lower abdomen, plus the sides of the body
- Trades a longer horizontal incision and additional vertical incision for the most skin removal
- Often includes muscle repair to improve core strength and waistline lipo for better shape
- Often includes Exparel® to support pain management
What is a diastasis recti?
Diastasis recti is the separation and stretching of the abdominal muscles that result in a loss of core strength and control. Pregnancy, weight loss, weight gain, and even aging cause the muscles to separate and stretch.
Once the muscles are separated, the only way to truly correct the separation is by surgically bringing the muscles together. Exercise and pelvic work can certainly help bring them closer together, but in many cases, cannot completely correct diastasis recti.
Muscle repair is often included with a tummy tuck and acts as an internal corset to strengthen the core, relieve lower back pain, and provide additional shape to the torso.
What is a drainless tummy tuck?
The surgical techniques used in a modern tummy tuck often eliminate the need for post-operative drains in most cases. In many cases, eliminating post-op drains allows for a shower just two days after surgery and reduces tension on the incision for better healing.
Keep in mind that factors like your anatomy and sometimes details of your procedure, like the amount of liposuction done, play a role in whether or not you’ll have a drain.
What is Exparel®?
Exparel® is a long-lasting injectable medication given during your procedure to help make the first few days post-op more comfortable. Exparel® is often included at no additional cost because we believe supporting you in a faster, more active recovery is the right thing to do.
Benefits of a Tummy Tuck
- Includes Waistline Liposuction: A tummy tuck at Amelia often includes waistline liposuction, allowing for better contouring and a more natural result that enhances your overall silhouette.
- Comprehensive Pricing: The cost of your tummy tuck includes all pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative appointments, anesthesia, surgeon fees, and operating room fees, ensuring no hidden costs during your journey.
- Addresses Excess Skin and Fat: Tummy tuck surgery effectively removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area, helping to create a flatter and more toned appearance.
- Strengthens Abdominal Muscles: Amelia’s tummy tucks include muscle repair. This addition repairs and tightens weakened abdominal muscles, providing a firmer foundation for your core and improving posture.
- Boosts Confidence: Many patients experience increased self-esteem and a more positive body image after achieving a flatter stomach, allowing for greater confidence in their appearance.
- Enhances Proportion and Symmetry: A tummy tuck can create a more balanced figure by improving the contour of the abdomen and waist, enhancing overall body proportions.
- Individualized Support: Each patient is assigned a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator who will guide you through every step of the process, providing personalized care and support.
- Experienced Surgical Team: Amelia’s skilled plastic surgeons specialize in body contouring procedures and will work closely with you to develop a personalized surgical plan tailored to your needs.
Tummy Tuck Results and Recovery Timeline
- 1-2 Weeks
Expect swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort. You’ll likely be asked to wear compression garments to reduce swelling for about 6 weeks. - 6 Weeks
Many patients are cleared to stop wearing compression garments and resume normal exercise. - 6 Months
Much, but not all of the swelling has resolved for most, and often when your “after photos” are taken. - 12 Months
Though you'll see improvements along the way, most patients achieve their long-term results around 12 months post-op.
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Our Pricing Includes:
- All pre-op, surgical, and post-op appointments
- Anesthesia, surgeon, and operating room fees
- Individualized pre- and post-op support from our clinical team
- A dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to guide you throughout your entire journey
