Male Tummy Tuck

Preparation is key to ensuring a successful surgical result. To optimize your results, you will be asked to follow certain instructions. 

• • Diet and exercise: You want to produce the best, long-term results with your surgery, so that begins with achieving a stable weight. Fluctuations happen, so practicing a diligent diet and routine exercise before your surgery creates good habits to help maintain your results.

• Stop smoking: Smoking increases the risks of complications and can compromise results. We request our patients stop smoking at least a few weeks before their procedure in order to obtain the best results.

• Stop drinking: Alcohol is a blood thinner, which can lead to complications such as bleeding and hematoma development. By limiting your alcohol intake, you are setting yourself up for a better surgical experience.

Prep your home: As mentioned, your recovery is vital to your results, so be sure to stock your home with food, protein shakes,  meal preps, entertainment—anything to make your recovery as comfortable and relaxing as possible.

A male tummy tuck is a major procedure that involves many surgical techniques to contour and rejuvenate the abdomen. After surgery, most men report mild to moderate pain that is alleviated with prescribed and over-the-counter pain medication. Men can expect swelling and bruising of the abdomen and are encouraged to follow the post-operative instructions and wear compression garments diligently.

The results after a male abdominoplasty are dramatic. Initially, the swelling will mask the results of the tummy tuck. It is recommended that men wait until a few months for the swelling to dissipate before they notice their new abdominal contours.

Yes! Dallas is a beautiful metropolitan area with two airports, providing patients from out of state with numerous options and opportunities to travel to our great city. If you are planning on speaking with one of our highly experienced and certified plastic surgeons, please call our practice today. Our concierge team will be happy to help you find the best lodging and travel options.

Your top priority should be a healthy recovery. Every patient will have a different recovery experience, but on average, you can expect to wait at least one week prior to traveling by plane.

Regardless of the excess, stubborn fat you have, reaching your targeted body weight will help you achieve the best results and encourage you to maintain a regular workout routine to prolong your results. If you have any concerns about your weight or ability to lose it, please discuss this with your plastic surgeon during the consultation.

Immediately after your surgery, your scar will be thin and pink. As your wounds heal, your scars may become thicker due to the body’s healing process. Within a few months, your scar will flatten and fade.  Most patients can expect their scars to fade significantly within six to twelve months.

The amount of time you should expect to request off will vary on numerous factors, including the type of surgery, your age, health, and the physical demands of your job. Patients with more sedentary positions can expect to return to work within a few weeks after surgery, whereas those with more physically demanding jobs will want to take off for about a month, sometimes longer, if their job involves manual labor.

Your plastic surgeon will inform you of when you can expect to return to work fully. Remember, a healthy recovery will make all the difference in your final results.

Depending on what is discussed during your consultation, you will be encouraged to do some light walking within a week of surgery. More strenuous activities, such as weightlifting or running, will have to be avoided for at least six to eight weeks after surgery.

Yes, you can! Many men who undergo a male tummy tuck in Dallas, Texas, combine it with other body contouring procedures such as gynecomastia surgery, liposuction, or a body lift. If you are interested in having any other cosmetic procedure performed, please discuss these ideas during your initial consultation with your surgeon so that they can best guide you to what combined procedures are best to reach your goals.

A male tummy tuck is considered invasive as it targets the core abdomen. At HIM Plastic Surgery, we consider it essential that prospective men take the responsibility of researching the risks of the surgery. Below are some of the risks associated with a male tummy tuck:

• Anesthesia risks
• Asymmetry
• Bleeding
• Deep vein thrombosis
• Contour irregularities 
• Cardiac and pulmonary complications
• Fat necrosis
• Fluid accumulation
• Infection
• Numbness or other changes in skin sensation
• Persistent pain
• Poor wound healing
• Possibility of revisional surgery
• Recurrent looseness of skin
• Skin discoloration and/or prolonged swelling
• Skin loss
• Suboptimal aesthetic result
• Unfavorable scarring
  

If you begin to experience concerning reactions or have long-lasting side effects, please contact our practice immediately.