with a Hidden Scar Tummy Tuck™ by Dr. Richland
When it comes to hanging skin around the midsection, diet and exercise alone can only do so much. A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) can get you closer to your ideal image by firming up the skin around your belly, as well as contouring your figure, and removing fat. Dr. Richland strives to deliver the best tummy tuck Newport Beach has to offer. The result is a sleeker, slimmer you that shows off all the hard work you’ve been doing with diet and exercise. Innovative plastic surgeon Dr. Brandon Richland pioneered the Hidden Scar Tummy Tuck™ in Newport Beach as a way to provide incredible tummy tuck results without long, visible scars. Schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Richland to redefine how you see your waistline.
Dr. Richland's trademarked Hidden Scar Tummy Tuck™ utilizes an ultra low incision hidden in the bikini line. The incision made by Dr. Richland is usually 4-8cm below where most women have their current C-section scars. Dr. Richland has pioneered this innovative technique by utilizing a different design for this incision than most other surgeons. This allows him to keep the incision lower and hide it better in natural anatomic boundaries, giving you the flawless look you have always wanted.
Dr. Richland's Hidden Scar Tummy Tuck™, hides the scar very low in the bikini line, near the pubic bone. The incision made by Dr. Richland is below where most women have their C-section scar and completely hidden in even the smallest bikinis and intimate wear. For most patients, this is preferable to having a large scar across the mid-abdomen, which is standard for most other tummy tucks. During the surgery, excess abdominal skin is removed, the abdominal muscles are tightened, and any small hernias can be repaired if necessary as well. Additionally, liposuction of the back and flanks is often combined with a Hidden Scar Tummy Tuck™ to allow for improved contouring and a thinner waistline.
A traditional tummy tuck utilizes an incision across the abdomen from hip to hip that may be visible when wearing a low-cut bikini or underwear. While excess skin is still removed and abdominal muscles can be tightened with this procedure as well, the disadvantage compared to Dr. Richland's Hidden Scar Tummy Tuck™ is that the incision is much higher and more visible.
In this procedure, a smaller incision is made, and only the tissue laxity below the umbilicus (belly button) is treated. Candidates for this surgery are generally those who have excess tissues or laxity only below the umbilicus. The loose skin below the belly button is removed, and the lower abdominal muscles can be tightened, resulting in a flatter, slimmer, and more toned lower abdomen. This procedure has a shorter recovery time. During your consultation with Dr. Richland, you can discuss if you are a candidate for this procedure.
A tummy tuck can be combined with a breast lift or breast augmentation to create a “Mommy Makeover.” This is especially desirable for patients looking to get their pre-pregnancy bodies back.
Younger patients in their 20s to 40s, who have excess adipose tissue without severe skin excess may be candidates for liposuction with or without Renuvion. However, patients with severe skin excess and tissue laxity will generally require an abdominoplasty.
Tummy tucks can be outpatient procedures, although you may wish to spend one night in a surgery center or recovery facility, depending on your preference and the specific nature of the procedure.
Dr. Richland will provide you with detailed instructions on how to optimize your recovery. You will be able to move around a little the day after your procedure and more with each passing day, although you will feel some tightness for the first week or so after your surgery. Most Newport Beach tummy tuck patients take at least two weeks off work to focus on their recovery journeys. Full recovery usually takes around six weeks before resuming regular exercise routines.
No two women share the same motherhood journey—and likewise, no two women share an identical experience in their Mommy Makeover process. Whether you are coming in for a tummy tuck as part of a Mommy Makeover or as a standalone procedure, here’s the process you can look forward to when you begin your transformation with Dr. Richland.
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Dr. Richland, first and foremost, puts the patient’s individual goals, health, and safety at the heart of every case. He will begin by listening and understanding your lifestyle, goals, concerns, and issues to ensure your results and surgical procedure are tailored uniquely to you.
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Dr. Richland will work with you to discover which options are best for your specific anatomy – including a comprehensive overview of how each procedure option delivers unique advantages and considerations for your unique anatomy.
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Dr. Richland will examine your body and listen to your concerns; to determine what surgical plans best suit your needs. With experience that encompasses patients of all ages, body types, and conditions, you can rest assured that your confidential consultation will empower you with the knowledge and unbiased guidance to make an informed decision and help you achieve your natural outcome.
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Refreshed, never overdone. Rejuvenated, never obvious. There’s no one definition of best—and together with Dr. Richland, your outcome will reflect your aspirations and desires.
Patients with isolated adipose tissue and tight to moderately tight skin are great candidates for liposuction with or without Renuvion. If you have severe excess skin, you will generally need a tummy tuck procedure to remove the excess skin.
Patients with excess tissues or laxity only below the umbilicus may be a candidate for a mini-tummy tuck. In this procedure, a smaller incision is made, and only the tissue laxity below the umbilicus (belly button) is treated. This procedure has a shorter recovery time. During your consultation with Dr. Richland, you can discuss if you are a candidate for this procedure.
The standard incision travels from hip to hip through the mid/lower abdomen. However, Dr. Richland utilizes a Hidden Scar Tummy Tuck™ to keep the scar extremely low and below the bikini line. The incision made by Dr. Richland is usually several centimeters below where most women have their C-section scars. Most patients prefer this to having a large scar across the mid/lower abdomen, which is standard for most tummy tucks.
Yes, you may be able to get pregnant after an abdominoplasty. However, it is not recommended. The abdomen will not be able to expand as usual during pregnancy, and the stitches may tear. The best option is to wait until after pregnancy to have a tummy tuck.
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The journey to your ideal look and life should be one of excitement and assuredness. With Dr. Brandon Richland, you can expect nothing short of excellence from your initial consultation to the moment you realize your final results. Take the first step to realizing your aesthetic goals by scheduling a consultation in Newport Beach or Huntington Beach. Please complete this form to request an in-person consultation or click here for a Virtual Consultation.