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Tummy Tucks and Liposuction: A Comparison

Jan 16 • 2 minute read

In cosmetic surgery, different options are available to affect the same targeted areas. Tummy tucks and liposuction are good examples.

Both procedures help patients achieve a flatter stomach.  It's important, however, to know the differences between liposuction and tummy tucks and how these treatments can also be combined.

The Advantages of Liposuction

Liposuction is the removal of excess fat deposits within certain areas of the body to meet an ideal appearance, such as smooth arms and a flat stomach. While not meant to replace diet and exercise, liposuction often enhances the effects of such activities.

Liposuction’s main advantage is that it removes larger amounts of excess fat than a tummy tuck. Additionally, the speed of recovery can be maximized by having our Fridley cosmetic surgeon use the Vaser® LipoSelection treatment. This technique utilizes ultrasound to break up fat deposits before they are removed, which means a smaller incision can be used to conduct the procedure. Liposuction is not limited to just treating the abdominal area, but can be used on the arms, back, thighs, and several other areas as well. This makes liposuction well suited for combination with other procedures.

The Advantages of Tummy Tucks

A tummy tuck is the more involved procedure commonly used to create a flatter stomach. By removing excess skin and small fat deposits, as well as restoring weakened or separated abdominal muscles, patients achieve a slimmer physique. Like liposuction, tummy tucks do not replace diet and exercise; they can only improve the benefits of these good habits.

The main advantage of tummy tucks is that they produce a more dramatic result than liposuction, alone, by re-positioning muscles. With healthy exercise, this means that your stomach can become firmer over time. Additionally, the removal of excess skin makes these results longer-lasting than relying on liposuction alone.

How Liposuctions and Tummy Tucks Work Together

Each procedure has its indications and limitations. Liposuction can only remove excessive fat deposits and tummy tucks are not intended as fat loss procedures. In order to make sure the treatment you receive meets your desired aesthetics, our Fridley cosmetic surgeon can combine liposuction and tummy tucks into one surgery. This way, you can have the most dramatic result for your abdominal profile. 

Want a Flat Stomach? Contact Us Today!

Mahjouri Cosmetic Surgery & Skincare Clinic provides liposuction, tummy tucks, and other cosmetic surgical solutions to patients in Fridley, Anoka, Minneapolis, and the surrounding communities.

To find out if liposuction, tummy tucks, or a combination would best serve your particular needs, contact Dr. Mahjouri today!

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Fereydoon S. Mahjouri, MD, FACS
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