Tight is good, right? A tight defense protects against even a tough offense. A tight deadline motivates you to get the job done. A tight seat belt keeps you safe, a tight seal prevents leaks, and a tight dress - well, you get the idea.
Hanging loose? That might fly if you're an island surfer, but not when you're tucking in your shirt and buckling your belt, well, tight. A flabby belly may frustrate anyone who longs for a trim, sleek silhouette, and while the problem could have something to do with fat, it could also be due to stretched-out skin. A tummy tuck gets rid of that skin, plain and simple.
A sagging midsection can have may causes, but it's often connected to massive weight loss - which really doesn't seem fair. You put in the work: You exercise, you eat right, you stay motivated and committed, and the pounds melt away. You're healthier, you feel better … and your gut still looks like you couldn't keep yourself from a morning donut or two.
The problem is this: Fat can stretch out your skin, which might not go back to the shape it was in after the fat goes away. That's why a tummy tuck is so effective. If your belly skin's not being a team player, cut it from the roster. We'd say you'll still have enough left over to pick up the slack after a tummy tuck, but there won't be any slack any more. See? Tight.
Loose skin on the face can also be a problem, creating a droopy look and wobbly jowls. Similar to a tummy tuck, a facelift can surgically tighten the skin by getting rid of the excess. A non-surgical option, Ultherapy, uses ultrasound energy to create a similar effect, which can last for years.
Grand Rapids plastic surgeons, Dr. Brad Bengtson and Dr. Ryan Mitchell, offer tummy tuck surgery at The Bengtson Center. For more information about a tummy tuck and facelift, or about Ultherapy, schedule a consultation online or call (616) 588-8880. The toll-free number is 1-877-822-8880.
Written by Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic SurgeryAre you ready to take the next step to a more beautiful you? Plastic Surgeons Dr. Bengtson and Dr. Alfonso, along with the team at The Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery, provide advanced plastic surgery and cosmetic treatment for patients from Grand Rapids, Birmingham, Detroit, and Kalamazoo, Michigan. We specialize in breast augmentation, breast implants, and tummy tuck surgery, as well as laser hair removal, Micro-Needling, BOTOX Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM, and other dermal fillers. Results may vary from person to person.
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