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For some people there is just no getting around genetics. All the dieting, Friday night fish fry fasting and crunches in the world will not remove the stubborn layer of fat in the lower abdomen. For other people, there is an additional hurdle to deal with after weight loss — sagging skin that will not rebound. And for many women, there is no way to regain a toned tummy once the abdomen has stretched to accommodate childbearing. If one of these scenarios fits you, don’t give up. At Fox Valley Plastic Surgery in Oshkosh and Appleton, our board-certified plastic surgeons perform tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery for people from Green Bay to Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and beyond, to improve the appearance of the lower abdominal area, reducing excess fat and loose, stretched skin.

To learn more about tummy tuck procedures at Fox Valley Plastic Surgery, request a consultation using our online form or contact us at (920) 233-1540. The non-refundable $100 cosmetic consultation fee can be applied towards the cost of the procedure. Our tummy tuck patients, who visit from Neenah, Sheboygan, and other surrounding communities, find that these procedures can be a lot easier and more affordable than they would think.

Best Candidates

Candidates for an abdominoplasty must be healthy, and have a reasonable BMI. As odd as it sounds, abdominoplasty candidates need to lose excess weight before an operation is feasible. Ideal candidates are:

• Men and women, who are in relatively good shape, but despite all the dieting and exercise are troubled with excess skin and fatty tissue.
• Women who, through pregnancies, have stretched skin and abdominal muscles beyond self-repairing.
• Major weight loss patients with large amounts of excess skin that have loss of skin elasticity.

It is best to lose weight prior to the procedure to maximize the results. Women who plan on future pregnancies should wait due to the potential muscle tightening.

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Dr. David Janssen and Dr. William Doubek combine experience, refined surgical techniques, and artistry to produce beautiful results for their plastic and reconstructive surgery patients.

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Types of Abdominoplasties

Unlike other procedures in which there are only a few ways to perform a surgery, an abdominoplasty has many variations to address each patient’s individual needs.

Full (or Formal) Abdominoplasty
Removes fat and excess skin, and tightens muscles all in one procedure.

Moderate Abdominoplasty
Removes fat and excess skin without tightening the muscles.

Mini Abdominoplasty
Removes excess skin from below the naval only.

Extended Abdominoplasty
An extension of a full abdominoplasty, the incision extends beyond the hips.

Reverse Abdominoplasty
Excision of the upper abdomen leaving an incision along the breast fold.

Fleur de Lis Abdominoplasty
Removes excess skin from the lower abdomen by pulling it towards the midline and removing excess skin from lower abdomen. The result leaves an upside down T incision.

Discuss your tummy tuck options with the experienced surgeons of Fox Valley Plastic Surgery. Contact Fox Valley Plastic Surgery today at (920) 233-1540 to schedule a consultation.

Preparing for Surgery

• If you are planning on losing weight, do so before an abdominoplasty to give you the best result.
• Smoking must be stopped one month prior to surgery.
• All aspirin and blood thinners must be stopped 10 days prior.

Smokers are always at high risk for health troubles, but particularly so during and after surgery. Smokers face longer healing times, blood clots, wounds that break open, and greater risk of infection. For these reasons, FVPS requires that smoking cease one month before and one month after for tummy tuck surgeries, which are adversely effected by the decrease in blood flow caused by nicotine. Read our comprehensive explanation of how smoking impacts healing.

FVPS will notify patients if they are affected by this policy. At the pre-operative appointment which normally occurs two days before surgery, patients must take a cotinine test, which detects the presence of nicotine. Test results are immediately available with this quick blood test. If the test is positive, then surgery will be cancelled and the patient will be charged a cancellation fee in accordance with our Financial Policy, which is included in patient paperwork. Smokers, who cannot quit smoking, should not schedule a surgery.

Potential Risks

No surgery should ever be taken lightly. Some potential risks of surgery are:

• Bleeding
• Infection
• Unfavorable scarring
• Blood clots
• Poor wound healing
• Fluid accumulation
• Asymmetry
• Recurrent looseness of skin

At your personal consultation for an abdominoplasty, your provider will review all the risks of the procedures, and will address any concerns which you may have regarding the safety of the procedure. Smoking definitively increases the risk of having a complication after surgery. All smokers must stop smoking one to two months prior to surgery, and one month after surgery to insure proper healing and an optimal outcome.

Consultation

An individual consultation is the first step towards perfecting your personal renaissance. Many patients are not aware of the amount of correction that they need, in order to reach their goal of a slimmer abdomen. Some patients, who feel that they are a candidate for a moderate abdominoplasty, may find out that they really need a full abdominoplasty. Others can get away with just a mini abdominoplasty. Finally, some patients do not need any surgery at all. FVPS offers other minimally invasive procedures such as Coolsculpting which can accomplish the same goals for some patients.

Meeting with either Dr. David Janssen or Dr. William Doubek, both board-certified plastic surgeons, will give patients an unbiased assessment of their abdomens. During the consultation, an evaluation of the patient’s physical and emotional health will be used to create a personal care plan. Based on the findings of a physical exam, a determination of the best surgical or nonsurgical procedures will be discussed and presented to the patient.

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An abdominoplasty can be combined with breast augmentation to give Oshkosh, Milwaukee, Madison, Fox Cities, and Green Bay patients a more comprehensive result.

If you would like to explore whether the abdominoplasty procedure is right for you, request your consultation online or call the office at (920) 233-1540 to set up your appointment.  Our board certified Wisconsin plastic surgeons are helping women from all over the upper Midwest to perfect their personal Renaissance. The non-refundable $100 cosmetic consultation fee can be applied towards the cost of the procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which technique is right for me?

The best technique depends on your specific concerns and anatomy. During your consultation, our surgeons will assess factors like skin elasticity, muscle separation, fat distribution and recovery preferences to recommend the most appropriate approach. Some patients who think they need a mini tummy tuck may actually be better candidates for a moderate or full procedure.

Can I combine a tummy tuck with other procedures?

Absolutely. Many patients combine their tummy tuck with a breast lift or breast augmentation, creating what’s often called a “mommy makeover.” We also frequently combine tummy tucks with liposuction to sculpt smooth, seamless transitions and more comprehensive results. 

Will I have visible scarring?

All tummy tuck techniques result in permanent scars, but our surgeons strategically place incisions as low as possible for easy concealment, typically below the bikini line. Mini tummy tuck scars are the smallest and most easily hidden. We recommend Strataderm® silicone gel for optimal scar healing and provide detailed aftercare instructions to minimize scarring.

What if I want to have children in the future?

If you’re planning future pregnancies and considering a full tummy tuck with muscle repair, we generally recommend waiting until you’ve completed your family. While pregnancy won’t harm you after a tummy tuck, it may stretch the repaired muscles and affect your results. Mini and moderate tummy tucks are less likely to be significantly impacted by future pregnancies.

What are the risks involved?

No surgery should ever be taken lightly. All surgical procedures, including abdominoplasty, inherently carry some risk, including:

• Risks related to anesthesia
• Bleeding
• Infection
• Unfavorable scarring
• Poor wound healing
• Asymmetry
• Blood clots

To some extent, you can reduce these risks by following your surgeon’s instructions, including stopping smoking before and after surgery. During your consultation, your surgeon will review all risks of the procedure and address any concerns to help you make an informed decision.

Are there nonsurgical alternatives?

While nonsurgical treatments like Emsculpt® and CoolSculpting® can improve your overall body contours and create favorable results for the right patient, they cannot adequately address concerns like skin laxity, muscle separation or a substantial amount of excess fat. During your consultation, we’ll discuss all options, including those available at our Laser Institute of Wisconsin™, to help you make the best decision for your unique needs and goals.

How much does a tummy tuck cost?

The cost of abdominoplasty can vary depending on which technique is used and whether additional procedures, such as liposuction or a breast lift, are being performed. Our team will provide you with a personalized quote based on your surgical plan. We offer financing options through CareCredit and Alphaeon to help make your procedure more affordable, and offer discounts for multiple procedures: 15% off the surgeon’s fee for a second procedure and 30% off for a third. The operating room fee is also reduced by 50% for any additional procedures, and anesthesia costs are based only on time.