Contouring the abdomen to restore a smoother, balanced, and naturally-refined silhouette.
Abdominoplasty
Our Approach
Our approach to abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is centered on restoring contour, structure, and proportion to the midsection. By addressing excess skin, underlying muscle separation, and areas of fullness, we create a smoother, more balanced abdominal profile.
For many patients, this is one of the most transformative procedures we perform, often improving both physical comfort and overall confidence. Each plan is carefully individualized to achieve results that feel natural and lasting.
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Abdominoplasty is designed to restore a smoother, more refined abdominal contour. It can:
Remove excess skin and subcutaneous fat
Create a flatter, more toned midsection
Address muscle separation (diastasis recti)
Reduce loose skin and stretch marks in the lower abdomen
The goal is a result that feels more proportionate and aligned with your body.
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Abdominoplasty is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes approximately 3 hours.
Surgery is performed at the Surgical Arts Surgical Center, with techniques tailored to your anatomy and goals. The procedure focuses on both surface contour and underlying structure to achieve a balanced, natural result.
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To achieve the most comprehensive result, abdominoplasty is often combined with:
Liposuction
Hernia repair
Breast procedures (reduction, lift, or augmentation)
Arm lift
Buttock lift
Fat grafting
These are selected thoughtfully based on your goals and overall proportions.
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Abdominoplasty is often appropriate for patients who:
Have excess abdominal skin following pregnancy or weight loss
Notice muscle separation or loss of abdominal tone
Are at or near a stable weight
Are looking for a more lasting improvement than non-surgical options
A consultation allows us to determine the most appropriate approach for your individual goals.
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While every patient’s goals and treatment plan is differs, typical costs of an abdominoplasty range from $10,000 to $15,000, inclusive of surgeon, anesthesia, and facility costs.
“From my first phone call to schedule a consultation, I’ve been met with kindness from all the staff, Dr Soares, and his PA Courtney. When I decided to schedule my tummy tuck, I was most certainly concerned with if this was the best route for me. Dr Marc Soares gave me options and let me make my own decision. I never felt any sort of pressure at all. Now that I am almost 2 weeks from recovering from my tummy tuck, I feel even more cared for. Dr Marc even gives his cell number that he will answer for any questions. He is so kind and humble. I can assure you… he is an artist. The first time I saw my new slim body I almost cried. My stomach looks amazing, shapely. And the incision is nice and low and my belly button is adorable. Those two things were very important to me. At my post op he explained to me exactly where he did lipo and why. I’m just so happy that I did this surgery and that I chose Dr Marc. A genuine nice man with fantastic surgical skills. My girlfriend is now considering a tummy tuck too but only with Dr Soares.”
-J.H.