There are a myriad of reasons why the abdominal contour may bulge, including pregnancy, aging, weight gain, excessive alcohol consumption, and an unhealthy lifestyle. The best aesthetic treatment to reduce a bulging look in the midsection generally depends on the factors causing your belly to appear more prominent:
- Separated, stretched out internal musculature or excess skin: Often observed in women who have had children or individuals who have achieved major weight loss, hanging skin and separated abdominal muscles can be addressed with tummy tuck surgery. Not only can abdominoplasty slim the waistline, but the procedure brings together stretched out muscles to flatten and tighten your abdominal contour.
- Excess subcutaneous fat: Stubborn fat resides just beneath the surface of the skin, and is often unresponsive to dieting and exercise. In these situations, liposuction can be a powerful yet simple treatment to extract fatty tissue and reshape the abdomen.
- Internal visceral fat: If you still struggle with a protruding belly despite undergoing a tummy tuck and/or liposuction, this may be an indication of visceral fat — internal fat found inside the abdominal cavity. Since this type of fat is found between the internal organs and cannot be treated with liposuction, the best way to reduce visceral fat is to commit to an active lifestyle and a nutritious, healthy diet.
Depending on each person’s unique anatomic indicators, the most effective results may be seen when a tummy tuck is combined with liposuction. Dr. Savetsky formulates the ideal treatment plan based on a thorough understanding of your needs, concerns, and hopes for the outcome. When paired with a healthy lifestyle, the longevity of aesthetic surgery results can last indefinitely.
As a New York plastic surgeon, Dr. Ira Savetsky has extensive experience with customizing solutions to slim, tighten, and smooth the abdominal area. While a hanging or bulging belly can be difficult to treat with natural remedies alone, there are effective treatment options to regain a more flattering silhouette. Contact our practice to learn about our aesthetic plastic surgery services, or if you’re ready to book a consultation.