BODY
ABDOMINOPLASTY
An Abdominoplasty, also known as Tummy Tuck, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that combines abdominal liposuction with tummy tuck.
During a tummy tuck, excess skin and fat are removed from the abdomen. Connective tissue in the abdomen (fascia) usually is tightened with sutures as well. The remaining skin is then repositioned to create a more toned look.
You might choose to have a tummy tuck if you have excess fat or skin around the area of your bellybutton or a weak lower abdominal wall. A tummy tuck can also boost your body image.
A tummy tuck can remove loose, excess skin and fat, and tighten weak fascia. A tummy tuck may also remove stretch marks and excess skin in the lower abdomen below the bellybutton. However, a tummy tuck won’t correct stretch marks outside of this area.
If you’ve previously had a C-section, your plastic surgeon might be able to incorporate your existing C-section scar into your tummy tuck scar.
LIPOSUCTION
VASER Lipo is a revolutionary technique for removing unwanted fat from the body. Unlike traditional liposuction, VASER Liposuction removes fat cells with far less damage to surrounding tissue and skin.
The VASER technique has the added advantage of reducing the appearance of cellulite and decreases irregularities in skin texture – common problems with traditional liposuction.
VASER stands for “Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance.” The VASER Lipo system emits ultrasonic frequency waves to break down and liquefy fat cells for easy extraction. It is a gentler and more precise system, allowing for custom body sculpting with exceptional results. At Alinea Medical Spa, we achieve exceptionally smooth, sculpted results for our patients with a much faster recovery
MMO
The mommy makeover is one of today’s most popular combination plastic surgery techniques, designed specifically to address common issues faced by women who have been through pregnancy and breastfeeding.
As the breasts and abdomen are the primary areas of change with motherhood, a mommy makeover will often center around a breast and abdomen procedure. During pregnancy and breast-feeding, the breasts will also enlarge, increasing as much as a full cup size or more. However, returning back to ‘normal’ can mean a significant loss in breast volume and noticeable sagging. Throughout a pregnancy, the abdominal muscles, skin and tissues stretch to safely accommodate the growing baby. Unfortunately, after childbirth, these layers may not bounce back to their taut, pre-baby shape.
Your mommy makeover may include:
Breast Augmentation
Breast Lift
Breast Reduction
Tummy Tuck
Circumferential Abdominoplasty
Liposuction
To further improve the figure, commonly added techniques can include the abdominoplasty (also known as a tummy tuck, a circumferential abdominoplasty and liposuction. However, women do not have to stop here; a mommy makeover can also include a thigh lift, arm lift or a Brazilian butt lift. Depending on the individual surgeon and the recommended set of procedures, a mommy makeover can be performed during one single operation, or for safety reasons, may be spread out over multiple surgical sessions.
