Tummy Tuck Before & After Case 1372

This female patient's before photo shows a substantial amount of redundant abdominal skin, with a heavy fold hanging over the waistline and laxity extending across the lower abdomen. Loose, stretched skin of this kind does not tighten on its own once it loses elasticity, which is why abdominoplasty, rather than diet or exercise, is the reliable solution for restoring a smooth abdominal contour.

Board-certified and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. David Stoker performed her tummy tuck to remove the excess skin and re-drape the remaining tissue into a flat, even surface. The after photo shows the redundant fold eliminated, a firm abdominal wall, and a belly button rebuilt into a natural shape and position. The incision is placed low enough to stay hidden beneath a bikini bottom, following the concealed scar placement that is central to his approach to body contouring. Notably, the stretch marks located below the navel have been removed along with the excess skin, while those above reflect the honest, realistic outcome of surgery rather than an airbrushed result.

The overall change is a flatter, tighter midsection with restored proportion between the waist, hips, and thighs. 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 at his Marina del Rey practice to discuss an individualized surgical plan.