Avelar Procedure/Tummy Tuck

Age, pregnancy, and frequent changes in weight can weaken stomach muscles and cause loose skin in most women. All the dieting and exercise in the world does not produce a flat, well-toned tummy.

The Avelar procedure is recommended to re-shape the abdomen for those men and women by removing loose skin and minimizing stretch marks. This procedure results in more normal flat abdomen in proportion to the body, type, and weight of the patient. Some patients, with small amount of loose skin with good laxity, may prefer to have the new Smart Lipo Laser Body Shaping procedure that removes fat and tightens skin, instead of the Avelar procedure. A full abdominoplasty is recommended for patients with significant amount of loose skin, fat, and stretch marks.

Procedure:

The Avelar procedure involves the removal of excess skin by the surgeon from the middle and lower abdomen. Any stretch marks are also taken out along with the skin removal. The location of the incision is above the pubic area. Another incision is made around the belly button.