Tummy Tuck Before & After Case 1361

Profile views often tell the most honest story about abdominal contour, and this case is a clear example. Before surgery, this patient had loose, crepey skin folding over the waistline, with laxity through the lower abdomen that created a heavy, deflated appearance in side profile. Skin in this condition has lost its structural elasticity, which is why no amount of core strengthening can pull the silhouette back in.

Dr. David Stoker, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Marina del Rey, performed a tummy tuck that removed the redundant skin and re-draped the remaining tissue for a smooth result. Viewed from the side, the improvement is striking: the abdominal profile now sits flat, the transition from ribcage to hip flows in a clean line, and nothing spills over the waistband. This side-by-side comparison also illustrates why abdominoplasty results should always be evaluated from multiple angles, since a flat front view means little if the profile still shows fullness or overhang.

The outcome is a firmer, more youthful abdominal contour that holds up from every vantage point. Each patient is unique, and individual results may vary. Anyone considering a tummy tuck in the Los Angeles area can request a consultation with Dr. Stoker to discuss whether abdominoplasty is the right approach for their goals.