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Why Choose Dr. Ghavami for Tummy Tuck?

Tummy surgery has been a growing segment in the plastic surgery market. The growing demand for tummy tuck operation has produced an increase of surgeons within the industry, but this is not necessarily a good thing. As a result of poor aesthetic training, many of these tummy tuck specialists have started to employ a “cookie-cutter” approach to tummy tucks. An example of this is giving patients unsightly scars and using incorrect methods when guiding the cut. Dr. Ghavami's avoids these "quick fix" procedures, instead focusing on techniques and strategies.

Dr. Ashkan Ghavami is an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon serving in the Los Angeles Area. He is an exceptional choice for Los Angeles tummy tucks due to his passion and ability to enhance the lives of his patients. His dedication is carried out through comprehensive analysis, which in turn allows Dr. Ghavami to create results that are customized and complimentary to his patients.

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Tummy Tuck Before & After Photos

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How Much Do Tummy Tucks Cost?

Many times, a plastic surgeon will give you a price as to how much tummy tucks cost. These numbers are usually chosen arbitrarily and hardly ever reflect the true price. Gimmicks aside, the cost of a tummy tuck is something that is completely dependent on the person and the tummy tuck surgery itself. Many times, there are certain tummy tuck procedures that will pertain to one customer, but have nothing to do with another. If you are interested in the cost of tummy tucks, please contact our office and we can setup a free consultation. During the consultation, Dr. Ghavami will discuss your stomach area and the prices associated with it in further detail. Financing is also available in the form of Care Credit, Chase Health Advance & Med Choice Financial.

Tummy Tuck Recovery?

Recovery time for the tummy tuck ranges from anywhere around two weeks to a few months, depending on the extent of the tummy tuck surgery and other factors. Most people typically go back to work in two to three weeks. With a balanced diet and regular exercise, results are long-lasting and extremely satisfying to patients. In many tummy tuck cases, post-surgical drains are needed to help remove the excess fluid so it does not collect under the newly afixed skin. Dr. Ghavami uses specialized techniques that help surgical drains to come out much sooner than normally expected (3-5 days on average versus the usual 1-2 weeks).

Your Free Tummy Tuck Consultation?

Patients with realistic goals for their tummy tuck are generally very happy with the new shape of their stomach area. Your profile photo will be emailed to you and you and Dr. Ghavami will drawing out the appropriate profile curve of your stomach that is best for your body's balance. Dr. Ghavami also spends a lot of time and energy to make sure you wont have highly visible scars or tissue. Dr. Ghavami spends lots of time with you during your initial consultation so that you are both on the same page with what results are best. Final results depend on the patient’s excess skin, elasticity, skin thickness and age.

Risks of the Tummy Tuck?

Complications are rare and, when they occur, minor. These may include infection, excess bleeding, or abnormal stomach pains. Much of your long term final shape is based on how well you skin hugs or sticks to your new beautiful framework. Patients who intend to lose a lot of weight should wait before undergoing the procedure, since skin in the abdominal area typically loosens after substantial weight loss

Does Insurance Cover My Tummy Tuck?

Insurance may cover your tummy tuck if it is done for reconstructive or medical reasons, but likely not for cosmetic purposes. However, if there are associated problems, sometimes part of the surgery may be covered.

Tummy Tuck Before & After Photos

PLEASE NOTE: Due to privacy agreements, many of our tummy tuck before and after photos are only available for viewing in the comfort of our Beverly Hills office.

 

Tummy Tuck Los Angeles

Demand for the tummy tuck in Los Angeles is on the rise, and Dr. Ashkan Ghavami, a plastic surgeon who specializes in this procedure, has developed a solid reputation for consistently high-quality results. This operation involves the separation of skin from the abdominal wall, so that a skilled surgeon can get in to tighten the muscles and fascia. The tummy tuck in Los Angeles offered by Dr. Ghavami, also known as abdominoplasty, is usually either partial (mini)or complete (full), depending on the needs of the particular patient. Dr. Ghavami is also highly trained at performing an extended tummy tuck (which also includes a lateral thigh lift), a high lateral tension tummy tuck (allowing for a flatter abdomen and exceptionally defined waist), and a circumferential tummy tuck in Los Angeles (which combines an extended tummy tuck with a buttock lift).

Recovery from a tummy tuck usually takes one to four weeks, and there may be some bruising and discomfort during this period. Full recovery may take three to six months. If you are interested in learning more about the tummy tuck in Los Angeles, contact Dr. Ghavami for a free consultation.

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