Body Contouring in San Diego / Del Mar / La Jolla

San Diego Tummy Tuck and Abdominoplasty - Dr. Chasan
Serving San Diego, La Jolla and Del Mar Abdominoplasty Patients

As a leading San Diego tummy tuck surgeon in Del Mar / La Jolla, Dr. Chasan recognizes many people feel self-conscious due to their stomach appearance. Significant weight loss, pregnancy and genetic factors can cause the stomach skin to become lax and fatty tissue deposits to accumulate beneath it. Even the most rigorous diet and exercise regimen might not help remove the excess skin and fatty tissue. Fortunately, the abdominoplasty procedure can be very effective in enhancing the appearance of the midriff. Please peruse the paragraphs below to learn more about tummy tucks in San Diego, Del Mar, and La Jolla, and the results this surgery helps achieve.

Tummy Tuck: What Is It?

Abdominoplasty, otherwise known as a tummy tuck, is a procedure that removes the excess skin of the lower abdomen and tightens the abdominal muscles. After having children, it is common for the lower abdominal skin to be stretched out, have a significant amount of stretch marks, and the musculature to become lax. Dr. Chasan can correct these aesthetic issues by performing tummy mini or full tummy tuck procedure.

Tummy Tuck in San Diego / Del Mar / La Jolla

One of the key components of an abdominoplasty is to suture the rectus abdominus muscles together in the midline to re-establish the flat muscular wall, much like performing an internal "corset". The excess skin is then removed.

Dr. Chasan utilizes a technique called "progressive tension suturing," which allows him to place the incisions lower on the abdomen and relieve tension on the scar. This method creates a tighter abdomen, especially in the upper part, and promotes better healing of the incision. The lower abdominal incision is well hidden in the bikini line and by six months is generally only a fine scar. Most of Dr. Chasan's tummy tuck patients feel well after one week and resume most normal activities after two weeks. Many times, Dr. Chasan performs liposuction in combination with tummy tuck to create the most beautiful stomach appearance possible.

If you are unhappy with your stomach's appearance and would like to learn if you are a tummy tuck San Diego / Del Mar / La Jolla candidate, please contact Dr. Chasan at 858-450-1555 or click here to schedule a consultation.