Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty, more commonly known as a tummy tuck, can completely transform your midsection. The full tummy tuck procedure involves the removal of excess fat and skin from the belly, along with the tightening of separated abdominal muscles. These steps combined can restore definition to the… Read Full Post

Body contouring procedures are designed to eliminate bulky skin and lumpy fat from the frame. Various techniques focus on different things, but the ultimate goal of these procedures is to restore a toned, trimmed, and more attractive shape to the treatment areas, bringing them into more ideal… Read Full Post

The ten most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States are: Rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) Blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) Facelift Liposuction Breast Augmentation Neck Lift Dermabrasion Cheek Implants Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) Forehead Lift Facial procedures made up most of… Read Full Post

June is Men’s Health Month – it’s also National Fruits and Veggies Month – offering a great time to reassess your commitment to leading a healthy lifestyle to obtain the strongest and most attractive physique possible. Diet and exercise are essential components of healthy living, but neither one… Read Full Post

Liposuction and tummy tuck are both body contouring procedures, but they are designed to address different concerns. This leads many people to wonder, “is a tummy tuck or liposuction better for me?” And the answer depends entirely on your needs and goals. What is Liposuction? Liposuction is a… Read Full Post

Are you a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery? The best way to find out is through a one-on-one consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Levi Young.  Please call Advanced Cosmetic Surgery at 913-341-2188 to schedule your initial consultation at our Leawood office. We welcome… Read Full Post

There is no upper age limit for abdominoplasty (tummy tuck surgery), but there are some considerations that will need to be made regardless of your age. The best candidates for tummy tuck surgery are: Nonsmokers In generally good health Close to their goal BMI Able to take time to recover… Read Full Post

Mommy makeover surgery focuses on those parts of the body that may not “bounce back” after having children. This may include the breasts, the back and abdomen, the buttocks, thighs and hips, and even the neck and face. The amount of time it takes to recover from a mommy makeover will be influenced… Read Full Post

Tummy tuck results are considered permanent, insofar that the fat cells and skin removed during an abdominoplasty cannot grow back. Likewise, the internal sutures placed to repair abdominal muscles are designed to remain in place indefinitely. However, significant weight gain can cause fat cells… Read Full Post

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed today. It’s a great way to eliminate excess fat and skin in order to achieve a flatter midsection and attractive physique. The procedure can help a variety of patients, including plus-sized women and… Read Full Post