Tummy Tuck

Your abdomen, like the rest of your body, changes a lot as you age. From lost muscle tone to sagging skin after childbirth or significant weight loss, many clients look at their stomachs and wish they could make some changes. With a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, in Nashville, transformation is possible.

In many cases, tummy tucks are stand-alone surgeries. However, they are frequently combined with liposuction, breast augmentation and other procedures.

To discover if you are a candidate for tummy tuck surgery, contact us and schedule your consultation.

• Dr. Stephen Davis is a highly trained and qualified plastic surgeon with certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
• We have been helping Nashville residents become their best selves for over 20 years.
• Our practice is dedicated to your comfort and safety from your first appointment through the aftercare stage.

Good candidates for abdominoplasty should be at a healthy, stable weight, and have concerns such as hanging skin and loose muscles in their abdomen. Anyone who is severely overweight or plans to have children in the future should put off surgery until they have lost weight or are done having kids, as both can alter the results of surgery.

Reasons to consider a tummy tuck include:

• Having issues with muscle tone that exercise has been unable to address
• Struggling with excess skin that makes you uncomfortable
• Wanting to get rid of stretch marks or scars
• Making it easier to buy clothing and swimsuits
• Desiring a more youthful look
• Wanting to reshape your belly button

View before and after photos of some of our satisfied patients!

Not all tummy tucks are the same. Different concerns and conditions require different approaches. There are three primary types of tummy tucks Dr. Davis offers:

With this type of tummy tuck, the abdominal area below the belly button is targeted. Baggy skin and fatty tissue are removed from the navel line and below. This helps to remove the “pooch” that can cause problems with a smooth silhouette.

With this type of tummy tuck, the entire abdomen is addressed, with loose skin and excess fat being removed. In addition, the muscles can be tightened or even brought back together if they have become separated.

This form of tummy tuck surgery is only for those who have undergone significant weight loss and need to completely change their body contours. In addition to the abdomen, it can help correct concerns with the hips, thighs and back.

For the first 10 days after surgery, you will have a drain in place to remove fluids. Compression garments will be worn to help promote healing and keep you comfortable. Plan to take a week off from all activity so you can stay at home to rest and recover.

While you will need to move to keep your blood flowing and to promote healing, you will need to take it easy. Do not start light exercise until at least 2 weeks post-surgery. Avoid straining the abdominal muscles for at least 3 months. Remember: healing times can vary by individual, so be sure to listen to your body and attend all follow-up appointment with Dr. Davis.

You may be able to notice changes in your abdomen directly after surgery. However, final results will not be visible until bruising and swelling are gone. This can take several months to a year or more, depending on how your body heals.

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your abdomen, a tummy tuck could be the solution you need. Contact us to schedule your Nashville tummy tuck consultation today!