If you have tried to improve your core shape through diet and exercise but are still struggling with sagging or stubborn pockets of fat, a tummy tuck in Santa Maria can offer you a smoother, flatter midsection. This is especially true after pregnancy and weight gain or loss, all of which can result in loose, sagging skin.
Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Charles Chalekson, MD, brings years of experience and a keen eye for detail. His artistic talent, combined with advanced surgical techniques, achieves optimal results. He will personally design and tailor your tummy tuck, also called abdominoplasty, to restore a flatter, tighter, and more youthful midsection.
Dr. Chalekson and his body sculpting team prioritize patient safety and a supportive, stress-free experience. From your initial consultation to recovery, we are here to help you look and feel your best.
At Charles Chalekson, MD, Plastic Surgery, you can expect a personal and sophisticated approach that focuses on your unique body type. Tummy tuck surgery may be a good solution for Santa Maria patients dealing with several concerns, including:
These concerns often arise following major weight loss, pregnancy, or the natural aging process. If any of these concerns resonate with you, a tummy tuck could be your best option.
There is a general misconception that abdominal contouring can help you lose a substantial amount of weight in your midsection. In truth, abdominoplasty contours your body shape rather than significantly reducing your weight. Ideal Santa Maria candidates for a tummy tuck often approach or maintain a stable weight for at least a year before their surgery.
As with any surgery, you should be in good overall health without any condition that could impact the procedure or your recovery. You should also be a non-smoker or at least be ready to quit. Finally, it is important to have realistic expectations about the surgery, recovery process, and outcome. Here’s what the process looks like.
Before your abdominoplasty at our Santa Maria practice, you will meet with Dr. Chalekson. He will review your medical history, discuss the surgery and your expectations in depth, and develop a surgical plan. You can prepare a checklist in advance about everything you would like to know before the treatment.
Your abdominal rejuvenation will be performed under anesthesia and typically takes 2-3 hours. Dr. Chalekson will make a low incision, contour and tighten your abdominal muscles, and remove excess skin and fat. If needed, he will create a second incision around the navel for upper abdominal refinement. Liposuction to the hips and waist can also be performed for excessive fat across these areas if desired. Once complete, Dr. Chalekson will close your incisions, and you will be moved to recovery.
Recovery times for a tummy tuck differ, but most of our clients at Charles Chalekson, MD, Plastic Surgery resume light activities after about 2 weeks. You may benefit from compression garments, which can help reduce swelling and support your newly contoured abdomen. You will notice a significant difference in your midsection within weeks, with further improvement as swelling subsides over the subsequent months.
Now is the time to reshape your midsection and renew your confidence. As a premier plastic surgery destination, we welcome patients from across the country and throughout California, including San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Templeton, Atascadero, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Cambria, and Santa Barbara. Call Charles Chalekson, MD, Plastic Surgery, today to discuss a tummy tuck in Santa Maria and begin your journey toward a more sculpted physique.
