Tummy Tuck
At The Artisan Center for Plastic Surgery in Katy, TX, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. B. Allen Rodgers specializes in tummy tuck abdominoplasty for patients across Katy, Houston, and surrounding areas. Dr. Rodgers combines the power of muscle tightening, liposuction contouring, and targeted skin excision to produce an abdomen that is not only flatter, but contoured and sculpted as well. Since opening the Artisan Center in Katy, Texas, tummy tucks have been one of the most popular cosmetic procedures that Dr. Rodgers performs. Schedule your consultation to learn how Dr. Rodgers can help you get the midsection you've always wanted.
Surgical removal of excess skin and fat paired with internal muscle repair and 3D liposuction contouring.
2- to 3-hour surgical procedure
Repairs separated abdominal muscles, removes loose skin, eliminates stubborn fatty tissue, and tightens the entire stomach area.
Most patients take off 1 to 2 weeks from work to have this surgery, revealing long-lasting tummy tuck results and a smoother abdomen.
A tummy tuck, or complete abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that repairs stretched connective tissue, removes extra skin, and eliminates stubborn excess fat and skin across the upper and lower abdomen. While diet and exercise reduce weight gain, they cannot tighten loose abdominal skin or repair separated abdominal muscles caused by pregnancy or major weight loss.
Dr. Rodgers believes that the only way to truly create an aesthetically appealing midsection is to address it in three dimensions. Many surgeons can excise your excess skin. However, many stop short of sculpting your flanks (love handles) and even fewer take the time to sculpt your upper abdomen. The truth is a tummy-tuck that produces a flat, shapeless abdomen does not look natural and you deserve better!
Depending on your unique anatomy and goals, a plastic surgeon may recommend different surgical techniques:
Addresses both the upper and lower abdomen, repairs muscle wall laxity, and repositions the belly button.
Focuses solely on the lower abdomen below the belly button for patients with minor loose skin and no significant muscle separation.
Extends the incision site past the hip bone around the flanks to remove extra fat and skin from the sides.
Often paired with breast surgery as part of a post-pregnancy body contouring plan.
Dr. Rodgers strongly cautions anyone against having surgery of this magnitude at an outpatient-only facility or, worse yet, a doctor’s own office! Remember, only Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons have the ability to perform this surgery at an accredited hospital.
The surgery is performed through a horizontal incision low on the abdomen, designed to be completely concealed by underwear or bikini-bottoms. Depending on the individual needs of the patient, an additional incision may be needed around the bellybutton, which Dr. Rodgers will make every attempt to conceal. The muscles are then aligned and tightened with permanent sutures, restoring their original, anatomical position. Liposuction is then performed to contour the specific areas needed, especially the flanks and upper abdomen.
By removing excess fat and skin between the belly button and pubic hair line, the remaining skin is pulled tight to create a toned appearance. If stretch marks are located on the lower stomach area, the surgical removal of that skin will correct stretch marks in that region permanently.
Tummy tuck surgery addresses structural and cosmetic changes across the entire abdominal region, including:
Realigns the abdominal wall to eliminate a persistent stomach bulge.
Trims away sagging skin caused by significant weight loss or pregnancy.
Uses a targeted liposuction procedure to sculpt fatty tissue along the upper abdomen and love handles.
Smooths skin laxity above the pubic hair boundary for a flatter abdomen.
Reshapes and repositions the navel so it looks natural against the tighter, smoother abdomen.
Removes stretch marks located on the excised lower abdominal skin.
Structural Core Repair
Tightening internal abdominal muscles repairs core support, improves posture, and flattens a protruding lower stomach.
Unmatched 3D Contouring
Combining skin excision with flank liposuction produces an average loss of 4 to 8 SIZES!!! (sorry, a new wardrobe is not included in the price.)
Smooth, Firm Silhouette
Removes extra skin and fat so clothing and activewear fit smoothly without bunching or pinching.
Long-Lasting Surgical Results
Tummy tuck results endure for years as long as you maintain a stable weight and live a healthy lifestyle.
You are a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery if you are in good health, at a stable weight, and bothered by loose skin or separated abdominal muscles that diet cannot fix. Candidates should be non-smokers committed to proper wound healing and realistic about surgical scars.
This major surgery is not recommended if you plan future pregnancies, as carrying a child can stretch the repaired abdominal wall and affect results. Patients planning to lose weight, individuals who heal poorly, or those with medical conditions that increase the risk of blood clots should delay surgery until health goals are met.
Dr. Rodgers strongly recommends an overnight stay (included in the price). You will be cared for by experienced nurses, you will have a button to push if you feel pain, and you will receive intravenous fluid to eliminate the risk of dehydration. If postoperative nausea is an issue, intravenous medications will be given. The following morning, you will receive assistance as you begin to walk. The abdomen will feel very tight and you will walk ‘hunched-over’ for a few days. Dr. Rodgers uses 2 drainage tubes that are removed in 1 week (this is not painful).
In general, most patients take off 1 to 2 weeks from work to have this surgery. This, of course, depends on how physically demanding your job is and how you respond to surgery personally. Many of Dr. Rodgers’ patients have had previous abdominal surgeries such as C-sections or hysterectomies—they frequently proclaim the tummy-tuck much easier to recover from. You will wear an abdominal binder to minimize swelling and support your healing tissues. Strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and intense physical activity must be avoided for four to six weeks.
You will notice a flatter, more contoured abdomen right after surgery, even with initial post-operative swelling. As inflammation calms over the first few weeks, your final 3D silhouette emerges.
Surgical scars along the lower incision site fade from pink to fine lines over 6 to 12 months with proper care. Provided you avoid significant weight gain or future pregnancies, your tummy tuck results remain firm and long-lasting for decades.
Achieving a natural, 3-dimensional waistline requires a plastic surgeon who combines deep anatomical skill with an artistic eye. As a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon with fellowship training from Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. B. Allen Rodgers brings decades of experience to every tummy tuck procedure. His commitment to performing abdominal surgery in accredited hospital settings ensures your safety and comfort at every step.
Call to schedule your complimentary consultation and learn what Dr. Rodgers can do for you.
A liposuction procedure removes stubborn excess fat; it cannot tighten separated abdominal muscles or remove sagging, loose skin. A tummy tuck procedure addresses skin, fat, and muscle simultaneously to fully flatten and contour the stomach area.
The main tummy tuck scar runs horizontally low on the lower abdomen, positioned between the hip bones so it remains hidden beneath standard underwear or bikini bottoms.
Patients wear a supportive abdominal binder or compression garment continuously for four to six weeks following surgery to control swelling and support the repaired internal muscle wall.
A tummy tuck permanently removes stretch marks located on the lower abdomen skin that is excised during surgery. Stretch marks on the upper abdomen that are redraped lower remain, but appear tighter and less noticeable
Light walking is encouraged on day one to promote blood circulation. Abdominal exercises, heavy lifting, and strenuous exercise must be avoided for four to six weeks to allow internal tissues and muscle repairs to heal.
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