Abdominoplasty and liposuction of the posterior trunk are two cosmetic surgical procedures often performed in conjunction with one another. An abdominoplasty, sometimes called a tummy tuck, is a cosmetic procedure to remove excess fat and skin from the abdominal region. Liposuction of the posterior trunk is a procedure to reduce fat from the region around the waistline. 

Many patients seeking abdominoplasty and liposuction of the posterior trunk are not able to have it covered by their insurance. In this case, patients may consider this procedure with a Direct Specialty Care (DSC) provider. Smith Medical offers affordable plastic surgery to patients seeking transparent, quality care.

When is This Procedure Necessary?

Patients may consider an abdominoplasty and liposuction of the posterior trunk when they have excess skin and fat in the abdominal and back regions. If patients do not achieve the results they are looking for through diet and exercise, they may consider this procedure. Patients who lost a significant amount of weight or those who were pregnant may undergo this procedure to tighten the skin and achieve a more sculpted appearance. Regardless of the reason for surgery, we believe that all patients deserve the right to accessible and affordable care.

What To Expect

Patients will have a consultation with their surgeon to share their goals with surgery and establish an approach they are comfortable with. Patients will be under general anesthesia to ensure their comfort throughout the procedure. The surgeon will begin making an incision in the abdominal area before removing excess skin, tightening the muscles, and repositioning the belly button. The surgeon will close the incision once the abdominoplasty portion of the procedure is complete. 

Next, the surgeon will begin the liposuction procedure. They will inject a saline solution that will loosen the fat to make the procedure more comfortable. The surgeon will insert the liposuction cannula to remove the excess fat. Once the goal of the procedure has been achieved, the surgeon will close the incision and the patient will be monitored as they are removed from the anesthesia.

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