When it comes to shaping your abdomen, there are a number of options, including liposuction and a tummy tuck.  There are major differences between the two procedures, and the reasons for having one or the other are also different.

Liposuction of the abdomen is a relatively less invasive procedure that suctions out fat from underneath the skin.  There is no skin removal, and scarring is usually minimal.  This procedure is usually best for women who are in good physical condition but are having a hard time losing flab around their midsection.

A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, is considered to be a surgical procedure that cuts out both fat and extra skin.  This procedure is typically best for women with excessively saggy abdominal skin, usually a result of multiple pregnancies.  It is much more invasive and expensive than liposuction, and the recovery time is usually much longer.  There is also more scarring.

So which one is best for you?  Every situation is different, so it is important to talk to your plastic surgeon about all your options.  Contact Plastic Surgeon Dr. Gary Williamson today for a free consultation about tummy tucks and liposuction and find out which one is right for you.