Tummy Tuck Before & After Case 1371

Seen in profile, this female patient's before photo shows lower-abdominal fullness that pushes the midsection forward, with soft tissue laxity that blunts the natural line from waist to hip. A side view like this is where abdominal projection becomes most obvious, and it is often the angle that bothers patients the most, since a protruding lower belly can persist even when weight is otherwise well controlled.

Dr. David Stoker, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Marina del Rey, performed her abdominoplasty to flatten and refine the abdominal profile. The after photo shows a noticeably flatter, more athletic-looking midsection, with the forward fullness resolved and a clean, nearly vertical line running from the ribcage to the bikini line. By restoring that flat abdominal contour, the surgery accentuates her curvaceous figure, allowing the waist and hip to flow in a smooth, balanced line rather than being interrupted by lower-belly fullness.

The result is a firmer, more toned-looking profile that beautifully complements her curvaceous silhouette. Each patient is unique, and individual results may vary. Female patients considering a tummy tuck in Los Angeles can request a consultation with Dr. Stoker to discuss an individualized surgical plan.