Tummy Tuck in Tucson

Liposuction removes fat but doesn’t tighten skin or repair separated muscles.

A tummy tuck removes extra skin and tightens the abdominal wall, which allows us to add targeted lipo for shaping. If your primary concern is fullness with good skin quality, lipo may be enough. If you have lax skin or diastasis after pregnancy or weight changes, abdominoplasty is usually the right tool. After surgery, if needed, we can support your results with our body contouring services.

Yes. Many patients pair abdominoplasty with liposuction of the flanks or a breast procedure as part of a customized “mommy makeover.” Combining treatments can consolidate anesthesia and recovery while refining overall proportions. We’ll discuss safe combinations of services that’ll help you reach your aesthetic goals.

At Larson, we advise against undergoing a tummy tuck if you are currently pregnant or considering pregnancy. Additionally, if you have not yet reached your target weight, you may not fully reap the benefits of your treatment, as your surgeon may need to restrict the amount of skin they can address.

Prior C-sections are very common and usually not a barrier. We often place the tummy tuck incision low enough to incorporate or replace your existing scar for a cleaner line. If you also have a small umbilical or ventral hernia, we’ll discuss whether to repair it simultaneously or coordinate with a general surgeon for the safest outcome.

The duration of your treatment results hinges on your lifestyle choices regarding diet and exercise, as well as your plans for having more children. Pregnancy and significant weight changes can alter the outcome. So, if you’re still planning to have children, we’ll discuss appropriate timing for your tummy tuck in Tucson. At each follow-up, we’ll share maintenance tips on activity, nutrition, and scar care to protect your results.

After your tummy tuck in Tucson, you will have moderate scarring that will fade with time. However, the incisions that your doctor will make for your procedure are positioned near the pubic region, allowing them to be easily concealed by intimate wear or swimwear.

If stretch marks are on the lower abdomen, the skin we remove often takes many of them with it. Marks above the navel typically remain, but they may appear lower and less noticeable once the skin is smoother and flatter. We’ll also review post-operative scar care and skin-quality options, like our skin tightening treatments, to support your results.

Most patients walk the day of surgery and take short, frequent walks at home. Plan 1 to 2 weeks away from desk work and 4 to 6 weeks before lifting or strenuous core activity.

Gentle core engagement typically begins around week 6 with our guidance. Swelling continues to improve for several months as your new shape settles; we’ll tailor your return-to-activity plan at each follow-up after your tummy tuck in Tucson.

Before removing any skin, Dr. Larson plans the umbilicus. He marks your ideal position using fixed landmarks (pubic mound, midline, and hip points) so the belly button sits where it naturally belongs after tightening—not too high, not too low.

In surgery, he performs a precise umbilical transposition with a small, hidden umbilicoplasty. Then, he shapes a vertically oriented oval with a touch of superior hooding (the subtle shadow you see on a youthful abdomen). He uses deep, purse-string, and fascial anchoring sutures to recreate the gentle inset and shadow, and he tucks the scar inside the navel to avoid a visible ring. This technique prevents the “stuck-on” look and keeps attention on your new contours.

Experience matters here: years of abdominoplasty cases have refined his measurements, suture tension, and skin trimming so the belly button heals low-profile and balanced. After your tummy tuck in Tucson, we’ll guide you on simple aftercare (swelling control, scar care, and taping) to help that refined shape stay discreet.

We frequently care for out-of-town patients. Many plan a virtual consult, arrive 1 to 2 days before surgery, and stay locally for an initial recovery window so we can see you in person. Our team helps you organize realistic timelines, support, and follow-ups to make your tummy tuck experience smooth from start to finish.

You may be a candidate if you have loose abdominal skin, stretched muscles (diastasis), or a stubborn lower “apron” that doesn’t respond to diet and exercise.

Ideal candidates are:

• At a stable weight
• In good health
• Non-smoking

During your consultation for a tummy tuck in Tucson at Larson Plastic Surgery, we’ll review your medical history, examine your core, and tailor a plan that fits your goals.