Unexpected Benefits of Tummy Tuck
The cosmetic benefits of tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) are well-documented. By removing excess, flabby skin and fat, tummy tuck creates a more sculpted and toned abdomen that men and women can feel confident about. Unbeknownst to some patients, the procedure also offers several medical benefits. Read on as Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Ronald DeMars discusses these
Tummy Tuck vs. Extended Tummy Tuck
Are you wondering the difference between a “Tummy Tuck” and an “Extended Tummy Tuck”? Dr. Ronald DeMars, Portland Plastic Surgeon, has a busy tummy tuck practice and often informs patients of the difference. Starting with the basics: a “Tummy Tuck”, also known as an Abdominoplasty, is done to tighten and flatten the tummy and is
Top 10 Tips for a Great Tummy Tuck Recovery
Dr. Ronald DeMars, a highly experienced Portland Plastic Surgeon, sees many patients every month for Abdominoplasty, or Tummy Tuck, surgery. The procedure is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the tummy as well as tighten the muscles when necessary. Most of Dr. DeMars’ patients seek his expertise to regain their youthful tummy after
Can I Have a Baby after Tummy Tuck?
Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to reverse the effects of pregnancy on the stomach. Most tummy tucks involve removing hanging abdominal skin, tightening the remaining skin, eliminating pockets of stubborn fat and repairing separated or damaged muscles. One of the most commonly asked questions about tummy tuck is whether a woman
Three Reasons to Combine Liposuction with a Tummy Tuck
Abdominoplasty, frequently called a Tummy Tuck or TT for short, is a very common operation for women to help correct the changes in the tummy skin, fat and muscles after pregnancies and sometimes after losing large amounts of weight. Liposuction is also a very common procedure and is done to help sculpt those problem bulges
What is the Difference Between a Mini and a Full Tummy Tuck?
It seems that a large number of ladies wanting a tummy tuck after having babies come to the office with questions about the difference between a so-called Mini Tummy Tuck or a Full Standard Tummy Tuck and are hoping for an improved tummy with as “little surgery as possible”. In general, the goal of an Abdominoplasty,
Facts About the Mommy Makeover Procedure
The “Mommy Makeover” is a term commonly used to describe a combination of procedures used to help a woman’s body return to its pre-pregnancy condition. It generally includes a combination of two or three procedures that are done at one time, cutting down on cost and recovery time. Do you know all the facts about
Mother’s Day Specials: Mommy Makeover and Eyelid Surgery
Attention Mothers! As you know, being a mother is one of the most rewarding jobs, but it also takes a toll on your body. In honor of Mother’s Day, Dr. DeMars is offering a special on the Mommy Makeover and Eyelid Surgery during the month of May. So, if you’ve been wanting to get your
I am concerned about scars from a Tummy Tuck
There are various ways to do a tummy tuck in Portland, the most common is a low scar in the pubic area stretching from hip to hip. You need to realize the scar will migrate up slightly from where the markings are made prior to surgery, so always make it just a little lower than
