If you’re frustrated because diet and exercise aren’t getting you the results you want, you may be ready for an abdominoplasty, also known as “tummy tuck”
Dr. Laurence Kirwan is one of the most experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in Norwalk, Connecticut, and in the entire country. He is a recognized international leader in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He offers a superior level of knowledge, care and understanding to help you achieve the youthful, vibrant and contoured look you desire.
Few things are as disheartening as doing stomach crunches, exercising and dieting only to realize your tummy still looks flabby and out-of-shape. Diet and exercise-resistant fat, loose skin, stretch marks and loss of muscle tone are common after pregnancy, childbirth and weight loss. Unfortunately. The most disciplined diet and exercise routine cannot reverse unwanted changes from pregnancy.
Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is THE gold-standard for recreating a youthful abdomen.
Dr Kirwan can give you a flatter tummy and a narrower waistline by removing excess skin and fat, rearranging the belly button and repairing stomach muscles split during pregnancy. Most stretch marks above the navel will also
be removed.
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From your first consultation through your last follow-up visit, you will see Dr. Kirwan himself at every single appointment. He will be available to you before, during and after your procedure.
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During pregnancy, stomach ligaments widen significantly, resulting not just in unwanted “pooch,” but also causes poor posture, weakened core strength and rounding of the back. For older patients, aging, menopause and loss of bone density, aggravate these changes, causing vertebral collapse and permanent changes in the spine.
A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty helps to prevent these ‘knock-on’ effects. Tightening the abdominal muscles increases core strength, improves posture and narrows the waist, recreating a youthful ‘S’ curve of your pre-pregnancy body. Reshaping the belly button recreates a youthful vertical shape. The mons or pubic area above the vagina is also lifted, resulting in an attractive triangular rather than a rectangular shape which occurs after pregnancy and childbirth. Previous C-section, lower abdominal scars and stretch marks, can also be removed.
The key to a tighter, firmer and more toned belly is to remove the sagging, extra skin and fat and to repair the stretched muscles. To achieve that, you should consider a tummy-tuck procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I have drains?
No drains! Dr. Kirwan uses a drainless technique for enhanced patient comfort.
Where will my surgery take place?
Dr. Kirwan performs these surgeries at Greenwich or Norwalk Hospital.
Do I need to stay overnight at the hospital?
No, unless you would prefer to.
How long is the procedure?
Tummy tuck, 4 hours. Add up to 2 hours for a breast procedure and at least another hour for lipo.
What about the scar?
The tummy tuck scar is generally hip to hip, but most people find it more than worth it for the improvements to their bodies and to their self-esteem.
What will my recovery be like?
Abdominoplasty is a major procedure, and you should expect a day or two of fairly intense discomfort and a week to 10 days of greatly reduced mobility. Most people resume non-physical work at 2 weeks.
Is a tummy tuck worth the big recovery?
Absolutely! Abdominoplasty boasts one of the highest satisfaction rates of all plastic surgery procedures. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that nearly 123,000 people had tummy tucks in 2019.
What makes them so popular? Simply this: They can provide great results and functional improvement in core strength and posture. In fact, about nine out of 10 patients who underwent a tummy tuck reported being very satisfied with the end results, and when the procedure is combined with liposuction to create a smoother profile in the thighs and other areas, the satisfaction rate soared even higher, to 99 percent.
Tummy Tuck Technique
- An incision is made below the upper panty line. The umbilicus is left in its original position, shaped like an inverted heart-shape to camouflage the scar around the circumference of the belly button.
- The vertical rectus abdominis muscles are sewn together, repairing the gap in the linea alba.
- Extra skin and fat below the belly button, is removed.
- Skin from the navel to the rib cage is re-draped so that it now reaches the lower incision below the panty line.
- A new navel or neo-umbilicus, is fashioned from the old one and an upside-down, vertical heart-shaped hole, is created for the newly shaped belly button.
- Liposuction is done to contour the abdomen and the flanks.
- Liposuction, lifting and reshaping of the mons area are also part of tummy tuck surgery.
- Liposuction of the hips and thighs may also be done to improve overall shape and contour from all angles, front and back. This is done before the tummy tuck part of the surgery.
- Deep absorbable stitches (Progressive Tension Sutures) are placed beneath the skin to reduce the dead-space and advance the abdominal skin flap. These sutures avoid the necessity for drains, expedite the healing process and reduce the risk of seromas after surgery.
A. Incisions are made below the upper bikini or panty line and around the belly button.
B. Muscles are tightened and sutured together.
C. Abdominal skin and fat are stretched downward, the excess is removed, and a new opening is made for the belly button. After surgery, the scar is easily hidden in underwear or a bikini bottom.
BOARD-CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON IN NORWALK, CT
10,000+ surgeries performed
Dr. Laurence Kirwan is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Norwalk, Connecticut. He is an international leader in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of Face, Breast & Body. Because of his international experience, he understands an enormous variety of techniques which he utilizes to individualize the result for each patient.
He has been listed as Top 20 Plastic Surgeons worldwide by Vogue magazine. Celebrities trust Dr. Kirwan for cosmetic makeovers. He is recognized for introducing his own pioneer procedures and training other surgeons. Dr. Kirwan uses special techniques to reduce trauma or scarring.
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Our Norwalk, CT location is conveniently located in between Manhattan, New York and New Haven, Connecticut. Patients regularly visit from across Connecticut (Stamford, Greenwich, Fairfield, Westport, Bridgeport, Darien, New Canaan, Trumbull), New York City and Westchester County (Manhattan, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, New Rochelle, Harrison, Rye, Armonk, Bedford, Pound Ridge), New Jersey and other neighboring cities/towns for their plastic surgery procedures. Our office is close to all New York Airports for patients who are coming from out-of-state or other countries.
