Abdominoplasty
A personalized approach by Dr. Dibildox to refine and tighten your core while preserving a natural and balanced midsection.
What Is Abdominoplasty?
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to reshape the abdomen by removing excess skin and tightening the abdominal wall. Changes from pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or aging can stretch the abdominal skin and weaken the underlying muscles. An abdominoplasty addresses these structural changes to restore a leaner and firmer core. This procedure is a perfect example of how plastic surgery can improve both form and function by removing unwanted tissue and improving someone’s quality of life.
Who Is the Best Candidate for Abdominoplasty?
Abdominoplasty may be right for individuals who notice loose abdominal skin, weakened abdominal muscles, or changes in abdominal contour that do not improve with exercise or a healthy lifestyle. These changes are common after pregnancy or significant weight fluctuations and can affect both appearance and support of your core. Ideal candidates are at a stable weight, in good overall health, and are seeking improvement in abdominal contour rather than further weight loss.
Do these concerns sound like you?
Book a consultation with Dr. Manuel Dibildox, a dual board certified plastic surgeon with over 20+ years of experience. Receive expert evaluation and a personalized abdominoplasty plan designed for your anatomy and goals.
Abdominoplasty Performed by Dr. Dibildox
Abdominoplasties are carefully planned for the custom needs of each patient to restore a flat, youthful, balanced and flattering core. Dr. Dibildox evaluates skin elasticity, abdominal wall laxity and overall body proportions to determine the most appropriate surgical approach.
Different types of abdominoplasty may be recommended depending on the patient’s anatomy and the degree of correction needed. These may include a mini abdominoplasty, which focuses on the lower abdomen; a full abdominoplasty, which addresses both the upper and lower abdomen with muscle repair; a “fleur-de-lis” abdominoplasty, which also removes excess skin along the midline; an extended abdominoplasty, which also treats excess skin and contour changes along the sides and flanks.
This procedure is very commonly combined with liposuction of the abdomen, waist and flanks to improve results and enhance contours.
BEFORE & AFTER
Fleur-de-lis Abdominoplasty
Dr. Dibildox’s Approach
Dr. Dibildox believes aesthetic surgery should respect anatomical proportions, enhance features and restore natural balance.
Fluent in Spanish and experienced in treating a diverse range of patients, including the Latin population, he brings a culturally attuned and personalized approach to every procedure.
With his compassionate, tailored and results-oriented care, patients are guided through every stage of the process. His approach prioritizes safety while carefully balancing form, function, shape, and proportion.
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Recovery After Abdominoplasty
Recovery after abdominoplasty follows a structured healing process as the abdominal tissues gradually settle and strengthen.
- Moderate discomfort is expected during the first few days.
- Patients are encouraged to walk early to promote circulation and breathing.
- Compression garments are commonly worn for 1 month.
- Return to light activities within one or two weeks
- Swelling improves gradually over several weeks.
- Exercise and strenuous activities are reintroduced gradually after 4 to 6 weeks.
Dr. Dibildox provides detailed postoperative instructions and close follow-up to ensure adequate healing.
Your Results with Dr. Dibildox
Patients will notice a lean and flat midsection with improved waist definition. With removal of the bothersome excess skin and underlying fat tissue, patients will look better and feel lighter and more confident. As healing progresses, the abdominal contour becomes more refined and aligned with the body’s natural proportions.
Dr. Dibildox combines tailored and precise surgical technique to achieve balanced, proportional and natural-looking results.
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