Tummy Tuck
Aging, pregnancy, and weight changes can all contribute to excess fat and sagging skin around the midsection.
When diet and exercise won't eliminate these issues, a tummy tuck – or abdominoplasty – can strengthen, tighten, and smooth the abdomen.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Stephanie Peng performs tummy tuck surgery in Minnetonka, MN, to restore your confidence and appearance.
What Can a Tummy Tuck Do for Me?
A tummy tuck is the most effective and long-lasting way to eliminate resistant fat and excess skin from the abdominal area.
If you maintain a healthy diet and stay active, you can expect the results of abdominoplasty to last for many years to come.
If you are self-conscious about the appearance of your abdomen due to excess skin and stubborn fat, a tummy tuck can help you feel confident and attractive.
An Important Note on Weight Loss
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Dr. Peng wants you to understand that abdominoplasty, like liposuction, is an enhancement procedure and is not intended as a weight loss tool. Patients should be near their goal weight and committed to living a healthy lifestyle. She will perform an in-depth evaluation to determine if a tummy tuck is the right solution for you.
How Does Abdominoplasty Work?
This simplified explanation of abdominoplasty illustrates how the procedure can refine your abdomen.
Thousands Turn to Abdominoplasty to Enhance their Midsections
Schedule a Consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Are you ready to do something about stretched skin and fat deposits that just don't respond to diet or exercise? A tummy tuck can transform the abdomen following pregnancy, massive weight loss, or just the passing of time. Our Minnetonka plastic surgery office is available to answer any questions you may have about this treatment.
Dr. Stephanie Peng is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive training in cosmetic surgery techniques, including abdominoplasty, liposuction, breast augmentation, and more. She is proud to serve residents of Minnetonka and Minneapolis, MN, as well as surrounding communities. To request a cosmetic surgery consultation, contact us online anytime or call our office at:
(763) 999-4170
Our Caring Team Works Together for Beautiful Results
"The ladies there are always a pleasure and very friendly...Dr.Peng is amazing and the work is great!" Audrey C.
Financing Your Tummy Tuck Surgery
Tummy tuck surgery starts at $7,000 and can cost as much as $15,000. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions regarding the cost of abdominoplasty:
What Factors Affect the Cost of Treatment?
The most important factors are the extent of your treatment and the experience of your plastic surgeon. Choosing a board-certified surgeon like Dr. Peng can help you experience the best returns on your investment.
Do You Offer Flexible Financing Options?
Our practice, serving Minnetonka and Minneapolis, MN, works with CareCredit®. This third-party financing option allows you to pay for treatment in affordable, low-interest monthly installments.
Does Insurance Cover Abdominoplasty?
Unfortunately, insurance will not cover a full tummy tuck that is performed for cosmetic reasons. To better understand what insurance may cover, it is important to understand that a tummy tuck is really a combination of three separate procedures.
The surgery starts with skin removal, then is followed by abdominal muscle repair, and concludes with the precise repositioning of the belly button. While rare, insurance may cover the skin removal if you are suffering from medical problems like rashes or odors caused by the excess skin. However, in no case will the muscle repair and belly button repositioning be covered.
As our practice has been established for approximately a decade, our skilled staff has vast experience working with all types of insurers that Minneapolis patients have. If possible, we will help you secure insurance coverage.
The Tummy Tuck Timeline
The length of surgery varies from patient to patient, but Dr. Peng will make sure you know what to expect before your procedure.
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to Evaluate Your Candidacy
Far too often, Minneapolis patients who are suffering from body-based confidence issues will self-disqualify from plastic surgeries that will boost their self-esteem. Instead of determining candidacy on your own, reach out to Dr. Peng for a thorough tummy tuck candidacy consultation. Call (763) 999-4170 to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tummy Tuck Surgery
Below are some of the most frequently asked questions Minneapolis-area patients ask during consultations at our Minnetonka, MN, office. As a plastic surgery provider who prides herself on compassion, Dr. Peng is here to address all your concerns.
When can I have sex?
This question is totally common and nothing to be embarrassed about. Typically, Dr. Peng recommends a tummy tuck patient wait six weeks before resuming sex. This waiting period is recommended because it avoids unnecessary extension and stretching of your abdominal muscles during recovery.
Can I have a baby after surgery?
You can have a baby after a tummy tuck, however, this is not advised. The pregnancy will stretch out your skin, re-expand your repaired abdominal muscles, and widen your scar. It is best to ensure you are done with childbearing before you receive this surgery.
Is a tummy tuck dangerous?
Every surgery carries some level of risk. Thankfully, a tummy tuck is considered a low-risk procedure especially when it is carried out by a board-certified surgeon like our Minnetonka-based Dr. Peng.
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Marcy Riley
Plymouth, MN
2023
First off I can't thank Dr. Peng enough for making me whole again! She did an amazing job... your team was the light at the end of my journey. I truly can't thank you enough.
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Plymouth, MN
2022
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Dr. Peng Can Perform a Mini Tummy Tuck
Some patients don't require a full tummy tuck to achieve their desired goals. If you are solely concerned with mild to moderate amounts of excess fat and skin in your abdomen below the navel, Dr. Peng may be able to address all your cosmetic concerns with a mini tummy tuck, which is a more targeted and less invasive option than the traditional surgery.
She can also augment the results of your full or mini tummy tuck with a variety of other procedures. Liposuction of the flanks, hips, or outer thighs is commonly combined with a tummy tuck, as is an arm lift and various breast procedures.
