Tummy Tuck - 3 Common Misconceptions

Dr. Zenn sets the record straight on tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty). In this video, he discusses the three most common misconceptions he hears from patients about the tummy tuck procedure.
After years of weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and the unfortunate effects of aging, many women are left with weakened abdominal muscles, excess skin and fat hanging from their midsection. A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes excess skin, eliminates unwanted fat, and tightens separated abdominal muscles to provide a flatter and firmer stomach area. It is particularly important to note that tummy tuck surgery is recommended for patients at or near their ideal weight for the best long-term results. It is often performed as part of a mommy makeover procedure.
Dr. Michael Zenn is a board-certified plastic surgeon and has practiced in the Raleigh / Durham / Cary area of North Carolina for 25 years. He is a gifted surgeon with a "zen-like" bedside manner. After serving as Vice Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery, and Director of the Plastic Surgery Residency at Duke for more than a decade, Dr. Zenn opened his signature private practice, Zenn Plastic Surgery, in Raleigh, NC in 2018.

[@monajohnson6313]

He speaks with such confidence.

[@lavettejohnson2287]

You answered a lot of my questions. I didn’t need muscle tightening but at first my surgeon said I did until the day of surgery when they went in he said I didn’t need it. I had a tummy tuck after losing 80 lbs from gastric bypass. Insurance paid for it!

[@tburbank1]

Thank you - mommy make over scheduled for October, made appointment last fall - nerves stared last nigh. This video helped a lot 😳😊

[@charcole3366]

That was an amazing user friendly description. Thank you very kindly.

[@gladonme]

Thanks for the info. I was especially happy to hear what you said about the leg lift test for ab muscle diastasis and for the need for plication.

[@Rbeautiful4]

Very informative thanks for sharing this. I'm having a ETT on Wednesday

[@mohammadyousef5753]

You’re such an inspiration Doc

[@tracygibson3196]

Great information. Thank you!

[@katchezful]

Doc. Your video was very helpful

[@reneewilliams7425]

Thanks

[@drkhanhly]

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[@dchung00]

IVE BEEN WORKIN FOR THE WEEKEND

[@dchung00]

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[@artkidolee2162]

I am fit but had a 7cm gap above my belly button. Had tummy tuck in Jan n so far am happy with the result

[@ShadowStarlight]

Have you worked on patients with asthma? If so how were you able to? I find that the anesthesia cause calapsed lungs. I'm asking because I want a tummy tuck. I have asthma. it doesn't feel severe to me. Haven't used an inhaler regularly in 15 years. because I haven't need to.

[@feezybee]

Can you do a tummy tuck if you have an stomach ulcer

[@KARLACHAD]

A lot of people think if you get your muscle repair you get a smaller waist so they ask for it . I didn’t get the MR and I think I got a small waist anyways 🤷‍♀️

[@ladyjjsselfcareandmore2725]

Can I get tummy tuck results with a pannilectomy?

[@Rbeautiful4]

The goal of panniculectomy surgery is to remove hanging skin and fat from the lower abdomen to create a smoother abdominal contour. A panniculectomy differs from a tummy tuck in that the abdominal muscles are typically not tightened during a panniculectomy

[@kristinesquires9257]

Can you upload a tummy tuck video?

[@iloveyoujesus3995]

I want to get a tummy tuck but I don't want the general anesthesia I have four kids

[@llewelyncarpio4148]

You wanna be awake during surgery