After weight loss, many people are still frustrated with loose skin or stubborn fat around the abdomen. A tummy tuck or liposuction could be the solution you’re looking for. At our practice in Torrance, CA, Dr. David Bray, Jr., MD, offers body, face, and breast surgeries customized for each patient’s needs and goals.
Dr. Bray is among a select group of surgeons nationwide—and the only one in the South Bay—to hold certifications from all three of these respected medical boards: The American Board of Plastic Surgery, The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and The American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Bray, Jr. has extensive experience in evaluating patients and performing both liposuction and tummy tucks.
Our patients who lose weight often ask about their options for shaping and streamlining their belly area. Both liposuction and tummy tuck can be great choices.
What Liposuction Can Do
Liposuction targets pockets of fat that don’t go away with diet and exercise. It’s a good choice if your skin still has good elasticity and your main concern is extra fat.
Liposuction can shape the abdomen and, if desired, nearby areas like love handles and the lower back to deliver a slimmer look.
Dr. Bray, Jr. performs tumescent liposuction using small incisions. He uses a range of cannulas (thin tubes) to suction the fat precisely.
Good Liposuction Candidates
Liposuction may be right for you if:
- You are close to your goal weight
- Your skin is firm with good elasticity after weight loss
- You don’t have significant loose skin
Dr. Bray, Jr. tailors liposuction for the abdomen to fit your body type and personal goals. Men and women often store fat differently so the approach can vary. Men may focus on getting a flatter stomach and sharper definition, while women usually want to slim the waist and enhance curves. For women, shaping the abdomen might also include attention to the hips and lower back to create a more defined hourglass shape. For men, the goal is usually a lean, more angular midsection.
Many patients who lose weight consider liposuction to fine-tune their figure and optimize their appearance.
When a Tummy Tuck Might Be Better
A tummy tuck could be a better fit if your weight loss left you with loose or stretched-out skin. A tummy tuck involves removing sagging skin and tightening weakened abdominal fascia and muscles. Many patients choose tummy tuck after major weight loss or pregnancy (often as part of a mommy makeover.) The result can be a smoother, firmer abdomen and better-fitting clothing.
Tummy tucks involve more recovery time than liposuction but deliver dramatic results beyond fat removal. Many patients combine the two for the best outcome.
Liposuction vs. Tummy Tuck: Key Differences
- Liposuction removes fat only
- A tummy tuck eliminates extra skin and tightens skin and muscles
- Liposuction works best if your skin is still firm and elastic
- A tummy tuck is ideal if you have loose, sagging abdominal skin
- Recovery is faster with liposuction
- Tummy tuck results are more dramatic
Ask Dr. Bray Jr. about a combo procedure during your consultation if you want both benefits.
Liposuction and Tummy Tuck Consultations in Torrance, CA
We can help guide you toward the best surgical solution after weight loss. Call us at 310-326-9400 in Torrance, CA, to schedule your consultation with Dr. David Bray, Jr., MD.
