Tummy Tuck With Minimal Scarring
The scarless tummy tuck, which is when you combine Renuvion with liposuction (or HD Vaser Lipo), can give you the flatter and firmer midsection you crave without damaging the surrounding tissues or lengthy recovery periods.
The energy that is delivered under the skin is in the form of a small plasma flame which heats the underlying tissue and stimulates the production of collagen. Because of this process, the skin is triggered and begins to tighten and shrink.
This process is referred to as subdermal coagulation. It’s much the same way the egg whites will coagulate when heat is applied. The same thing happens to the tissues underneath the skin. read more on hybrid tummy tuck and endoscopic tummy tuck.
Tummy Tuck With Minimal Scarring
The downsides of the tummy tuck are long recovery times, leftover scarring, and the high price tag.
The recovery time for a traditional tummy tuck is between six weeks to a few months. Many people don’t have the luxury of allowing themselves to heal for that long.
The scar that results from a tummy tuck runs from hip bone to hip bone and is often visible afterward.
As far as the fees, the tummy tuck usually comes with a price tag that averages between $11k and $12k, with all associated fees included. The Renuvion procedure, meanwhile, runs about half that amount.
If you have more abdominal fat than you would prefer, as a bonus, the Renuvion procedure can be combined with liposuction or even HD Lipo to remove unwanted fat and get rid of the excess or loose skin, leaving you with a tummy that is perfect for any swimsuit you choose to wear.
Although Renuvion technology is a powerful technology to tighten the abdominal skin it does not work on everyone as it depends on the degree of skin excess. At times we can combine a mini tuck to address excessive skin below the belly button and address the excessive skin above with Renuvion. These combination operations are powerful means to achieve the best result with minimal scarring.
Who is a Good Candidate for Renuvion Tummy Tightening?
The scarless tummy tuck, which is when you combine Renuvion with liposuction (or HD Vaser Lipo), can give you the flatter and firmer midsection you crave without damaging the surrounding tissues or lengthy recovery periods.
This procedure may be ideal for your situation if you:
- Experience mild or moderate amounts of abdominal skin laxity
- Recently given birth and have loose skin after pregnancy
- Have aging skin that has lost its elasticity
- Have localized pockets of fat around the midsection
- Are generally healthy with adequate abdominal muscle quality
- Have realistic expectations for your results
- Desire a more youthful physique and “toned” tummy
- Worry about long scars following your tummy tightening procedure
It should be noted that Reunion skin tightening is not a solution for eliminating large amounts of excess skin, which is typical after extreme weight loss, multiple pregnancies.
Other Benefits of a Renuvion Scarless Tummy Tuck
When J-Plasma or Renuvion is combined with Vaser liposuction, you’re not forced to rest in bed for weeks at a time. This is one of the reasons so many patients choose and love this procedure.
Rather, after you have had the Renuvion technique applied to your tummy, along with liposuction, you only have to rest for one to three days.
This scarless tummy tuck lets you get back to work and your usual fitness routine faster than if you would have chosen the traditional tummy tuck to get the midsection you wanted.
The results look natural, there is no visible scarring, and you get to look great in your birthday suit, in any clothes you wear, and in swimsuits, whichever you prefer.
Furthermore, you can use Renuvion on other body parts as needed to tighten and firm the skin where you want it most. This includes the back, bra area, buttocks, chest, face, neck, flanks, knees, and thighs (both inner and outer).
Hybrid Tummy Tuck
For many women, it is challenging to adapt to life after the joyous time of childbirth. Pregnancy and childbirth put high amounts of stress on your body, resulting in significant changes. These changes in your body can lead to dissatisfaction and decreased self-esteem. One way to help you retake your body is Dr. Brent Moelleken’s signature Hybrid Tummy Tuck®.
Hybrid Tummy Tuck® Overview
As with every procedure he implements, Dr. Moelleken works diligently and professionally with patients. He works to ensure they achieve and accomplish their ultimate goals. The precise treatment plan requires a customized surgical approach tailored to each specific patient.
The Hybrid Tummy Tuck® is unique, effective, and has a much faster recovery rate than traditional methods. Dr. Moelleken’s patients receive a better plastic surgery experience because of this popular hybrid abdominoplasty.
Women who have had children especially can benefit from this unique procedure. Pregnancy can often leave you with a bulge similar to a hernia. The physical strain of pregnancy can tear a woman’s abdominal muscles.
The Hybrid Tummy Tuck® is a short incision procedure that tightens the entire abdominal fascia. Hybrid differs from a traditional tummy tuck in that the incision is very short. It is approximately the same as for a C-section rather than a hip-to-hip incision.
Hybrid Tummy Tuck® is most appropriate for women who are in excellent shape after having children but are left with a stubborn bulge on their abdomen. The Hybrid Tummy Tuck® is a new method that offers the maximum benefit for patients seeking upper abdominal tightening with a minimal or “mini-tummy tuck” type of incision.
One of Many Options
There are a larges number of procedures available for tummy tucks. Knowing which one is best for you can be confusing at first. However, Dr. Moelleken will work with you during your consultation to decide which matches your needs. Among the tummy tucks available are:
- Micro tummy tuck
- Mini tummy tuck
- Full tummy tuck
- Hybrid abdominoplasty.
Determining the Best Option
The best technique for the patient depends on a few factors. These include:
- How loose the skin is
- How loose the underlying layer (fascia) is
- Whether or not there is the extra fat that can be reduced
Of course, every patient would like to have the micro tummy tuck version. After all, a smaller incision means a smaller scar. But, only patients with a small amount of excess skin qualify for this procedure. When there is the looseness of the abdomen’s tissues and skin, a more traditional tummy tuck may serve you better.
Endoscopic Tummy Tuck
Because the requirements for an endoscopic tummy tuck are so specific, this procedure may not be right for some patients. An endoscopic tummy tuck is ideal for patients with good skin tone and loose abdominal wall muscles. A modified endoscopic tummy tuck is similar to an endoscopic tummy tuck combined with a mini tummy tuck. A modified endoscopic tummy tuck may be appropriate in patients who have had a prior C-section and already have a scar near the pubic bone. Dr. Repta is one of the few plastic surgeons in the world to offer the endoscopic tummy tuck procedure and the only plastic surgeon in Scottsdale Arizona to do so.
During your consultation in Scottsdale
Once you have scheduled a consultation, Dr. Repta will go over your goals and options for improving the shape and appearance of your tummy tuck. Dr. Repta takes great pride in being able to guide his patients to the right decision for their particular needs. Dr. Repta views cosmetic plastic surgery as a collaborative effort, therefore he likes to keep his patients completely informed every step of the way. It is important that you feel confident and grounded in your choice regardless of what type of tummy tuck or body contouring surgery you decide to have.
Endoscopic tummy tuck aftercare
The endoscopic tummy tuck procedure is performed as an outpatient procedure. All patients thus far have done well recovering at home, but overnight care facilities are available nearby if needed. Most patients chose to take one or two weeks off of work for recovery.
What to expect during recovery
All tummy tuck procedures are carefully customized to each patient’s individual body type and goals. Since the endoscopic tummy tuck incision is very small, most of the recovery will be related to the abdominal wall tightening. We use long acting numbing medications (Exparel) placed into the abdominal wall during surgery to help with this recovery. You will have to wear an abdominal binder for about four weeks following your surgery and follow instructions regarding activity resctictions. Dr. Repta and his knowledgeable staff are here help ensure the utmost level of comfort for each patient, as well as insuring the best results possible. Dr. Repta strives to perform the best endoscopic tummy tuck Scottsdale can boast about.
Your abdomen and tummy area can go through significant changes throughout your life. In many cases, these changes can leave you dissatisfied with the shape and appearance of your abdominal area. Even more frustrating is that diet and exercise alone might not be enough to restore your tummy to a tighter appearance. If this sounds like you, a tummy tuck may be the perfect option for you.