Tummy Tuck
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A tummy tuck is a body-contouring procedure that can restore a smoother, flatter, and more defined abdomen. It removes inelastic skin and tightens weakened or separated muscles (diastasis recti), creating a tighter, smoother, smaller abdomen with restored strength and structure.
Dr. Nicholas Lahar is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Lahar Plastic Surgery. Dr. Lahar specializes in body contouring procedures and is renowned for his profound yet natural-looking results. When he is not directly helping his own patients, he can be found participating in national conferences and advancing clinical research to further surgical innovation.
To begin working with Dr. Lahar, we invite you to either schedule a consultation online or call (310) 403-3514. We offer consultations at our Beverly Hills office.
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About Tummy Tucks
A tummy tuck, or an abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that Dr. Lahar can perform to restore a more toned and slender appearance to your abdomen. (1)
Over time, life events such as weight loss or pregnancy can cause the skin to stretch. When it remains stretched for lengthy periods of time, it can lose its elasticity and start to hang down or sag. When this occurs, the only way to restore a sleeker, firmer, and more taut appearance is through a tummy tuck.
Types of Tummy Tuck
Dr. Lahar can perform many different tummy tuck variations to address a range of concerns and needs. During your consultation, he will help you determine which approach will be the most beneficial for you.
Full Tummy Tuck
A full tummy tuck, or a traditional tummy tuck, addresses inelastic skin and weakened muscles found above and below the navel. This technique also typically includes navel manipulation and muscle plication.
Mini Tummy Tuck
A mini tummy tuck is a procedure that uses a shorter and lower-placed incision compared to that of a traditional tummy tuck, does not correct diastasis recti, and exclusively removes concerns found below the navel. (2) Dr. Lahar typically reserves this approach for patients who have minimal amounts of skin laxity.
Reverse Tummy Tuck
A reverse tummy tuck addresses laxity exclusively in the upper abdomen. Some women carried much of their pregnancy growth in the upper abdomen, resulting in stretching of the tissues there. After pregnancy, this can lead to a saggy appearance to the skin above the navel and can cause the navel shape to be horizontal or even “sad” looking. In these cases, usually the lower abdomen looks acceptable. Via incisions under the breast, the skin of the abdomen is lifted, restoring contour.
Fleur-De-Lis Tummy Tuck
A fleur-de-lis tummy tuck is a tummy tuck variation suitable for patients with horizontally and vertically hanging skin. It uses a vertical midline incision in addition to a horizontal incision, and is best for patients who have recently undergone significant weight loss. (1)
Extended Tummy Tuck
An extended tummy tuck can address concerns found across the abdomen and flanks to create more comprehensive results. It uses a longer incision that extends outward towards the hips and can restore definition to the sides of the abdomen.
Plus-Size Tummy Tuck
A plus-size tummy tuck can eliminate loose skin, inelastic soft tissues, as well as a larger amount of fat from across the abdomen. Dr. Lahar reserves this approach for plus-size patients interested in more transformational results, and will discuss this option with those who are suitable.
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Benefits
Tummy tuck procedures offer a myriad of benefits you can experience when undergoing one yourself. Several of them include:
- Restored Muscle Strength: A tummy tuck can correct the appearance of weakened or separated muscles (diastasis recti), improving the strength of the pelvic wall.
- Improved Comfort and Mobility: Removing excess skin across the abdomen can improve your sense of comfort and ease of movement, especially when exercising or wearing tighter-fitting clothing.
- Alleviated Skin Irritation: This procedure can eliminate painful chafing or rashes caused by rubbing or chafing skin folds
- Accentuated Curves: Dr. Lahar will take the time to truly resculpt your abdomen and highlight the natural contours of the area, rather than simply remove excess skin.
- Reshaped Navel: Dr. Lahar can reshape or reposition the navel to create a more attractive, central, and proportionate appearance.
- Discreet Scarring: Dr. Lahar takes great care to make incisions within the navel recess, or beneath the bikini line—ensuring that any post-operative scars are easily concealable and discreet.
- Elevated Self-Esteem: Many of Dr. Lahar’s former patients have reported feeling more confident in their appearance, especially when wearing more revealing or form-fitting garments.
- Lasting Results: When preserved with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle habits, you will be able to enjoy the results of your procedure for many years on end.
- Personalized Surgical Plans: Dr. Lahar tailors each tummy tuck according to your unique anatomy, needs, and aesthetic goals.
Candidates
You may be an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck if you have found yourself struggling with sagging skin and weakened muscles across the upper and lower abdomen. This procedure is especially effective when addressing physical concerns resulting from pregnancy or significant weight loss.
To qualify, you should be in good general health and maintain realistic expectations regarding your results. You should no longer plan on having children, and you should have attained a stable weight you can maintain long-term. It is also important that you are nonsmoking or willing to quit using nicotine entirely.
Personal Consultation
The first step to transforming your figure is attending a personal consultation. During your visit, Dr. Lahar will meet with you individually to review your medical history, learn more about your concerns, and establish realistic aesthetic goals. He will also thoroughly assess your muscle condition, skin quality, and fat accumulations across the abdomen.
Dr. Lahar will then use this information to finalize your candidacy and the details of your surgical plan. He will explain your options to you, decide which type of tummy tuck to perform, and how much tissue to remove. Depending on your aesthetic goals, he may suggest pairing your procedure with another for more comprehensive results. He will also answer your questions. Through this process of open communication, thorough examination, and close collaboration, you can feel confident knowing that your surgical plan is fully tailored around your concerns and needs.
To learn more, we invite you to schedule a consultation online. You may also call (310) 403-3514 to reach the front desk of our Beverly Hills office.
Preparation
Once you have scheduled your procedure, Dr. Lahar and his team will give you a detailed set of guidelines to help you prepare for your tummy tuck. They may vary depending on the details of your surgical plan, but they typically include:
- Avoiding Certain Medications: Under the proper medical guidance, avoid taking any blood-thinning medications or supplements.
- Arrange Time Away: Prepare to take time off from your career and personal commitments.
- Prepare Transportation and Care: Have a trusted friend or relative drive you home after your procedure, and stay with you for the first few days of your recovery.
- Prepare for Your Recovery: Pick up your medications, and rearrange your furniture to create a comfortable recovery environment.
- Stop Consuming Substances: If applicable, stop consuming nicotine or alcohol in the weeks leading up to your procedure, and prepare to maintain your abstinence in the weeks following it.
Procedure
Dr. Lahar performs each tummy tuck on an outpatient basis using general anesthesia. The duration of your procedure will vary depending on the type of tummy tuck you receive and its extent, but you can expect it to last a few hours.
During the procedure, Dr. Lahar will place an incision in a discreet and concealable area to access your underlying tissues. He will proceed to tighten any weakened or separated muscles and remove your excess skin. If there is an excess amount of fat in the region, he may use liposuction to remove it. He will then reposition and reshape your navel before gently closing the incision.
Recovery
After your tummy tuck, you can expect to experience some swelling, bruising, and general discomfort. These effects will dissipate on their own with time, but you may also manage them using pain medications and plenty of rest. Dr. Lahar will also give you a compression garment to wear to limit additional swelling.
You will be able to return to desk work and nonstrenuous tasks after resting for approximately 1 to 2 weeks. However, you will need to refrain from heavy lifting or demanding activities for several more weeks, or until Dr. Lahar has cleared you to return.
Results
You will be able to notice immediate improvements, but your refined results may be obscured until your residual swelling subsides. Once it does, you will be able to enjoy smoother and tighter skin, elevated proportions, more even curves, a flatter stomach, and a more defined waist—each of which can contribute to a more sculpted figure overall.
Tummy tuck procedures yield durable results that you can enjoy for many, many years to come. To preserve them, you will need to maintain a stable weight and uphold healthy lifestyle habits.
Cost of Tummy Tucks in Beverly Hills, California
The cost of your tummy tuck will vary depending on a combination of factors, such as the type of tummy tuck you receive, the extent of your procedure, whether you integrate other procedures into your surgical plan, and more. Once Dr. Lahar has established these details with you, he will provide you with an inclusive pricing estimate.
Dr. Lahar additionally offers financing to make this procedure more accessible to those who qualify.
FAQ
What types of tummy tucks can Dr. Lahar perform?
Dr. Lahar can perform full tummy tucks, mini tummy tucks, extended tummy tucks, fleur-de-lis tummy tucks, and plus-size tummy tucks.
What type of anesthesia will Dr. Lahar use to perform my tummy tuck?
Dr. Lahar will perform your tummy tuck using general anesthesia.
How long will it take to recover from a tummy tuck?
Your recovery will vary depending on the details of your surgical plan and the extent of your procedure, but many of Dr. Lahar’s former patients can return to desk work and light activities after 1 to 2 weeks of rest. He will explain what you can expect from your recovery during your procedure, so you have a full understanding of what to expect ahead of time.
How long will the results of my tummy tuck last?
When you maintain your results with a stable weight and healthy lifestyle, they can be enjoyed for many years to come.
Are tummy tucks only for women?
No, Dr. Lahar can perform tummy tucks on both men and women, as long as they meet his candidacy requirements.
References
- Regan JP, Casaubon JT. Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck). PubMed. 2020. Accessed October 27, 2026. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK431058/
- El Israwi D, Watfa W. Rectus Muscle Plication in Mini-abdominoplasty with Umbilicus Preservation. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open. 2023;11(5):e4998. doi:10.1097/gox.0000000000004998
About Dr. Nicholas Lahar
Plastic Surgeon · Lahar Plastic Surgery
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