That stubborn lower belly pooch can stick around even when you exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight. When loose skin, stubborn fat, or stretched abdominal tissue contributes to the bulge, a tummy tuck can create a flatter, smoother lower abdomen by addressing concerns that workouts simply cannot change.
At Mark D. Epstein, MD, FACS, Plastic Surgery in Long Island, NY, dual board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Mark D. Epstein brings over 25 years of cosmetic surgery experience. He works alongside board-certified anesthesiologists Dr. Adrienne Levy and Dr. Joanne Spaliaras to provide experienced surgical and anesthesia care.
Why Does a Lower Belly Pooch Develop?
A lower abdominal bulge does not always come down to excess weight. Several changes can affect the shape of your midsection, including:
- Loose or stretched abdominal skin
- Stubborn pockets of lower abdominal fat
- Abdominal tissue laxity after pregnancy
- Significant weight loss
- Natural changes in skin elasticity with age
That is why losing additional weight may not always produce the flatter stomach you are working toward.
How Can a Tummy Tuck Flatten the Lower Belly?
A tummy tuck can improve several factors that contribute to a persistent lower belly pooch:
- Removes excess skin: Loose, stretched skin is pulled downward and removed to create a smoother lower abdomen.
- Addresses abdominal laxity: Stretched or weakened abdominal tissues can be tightened for a firmer abdominal contour.
- Reduces stubborn fat: Dr. Epstein may combine a tummy tuck with VASER liposuction when excess fat is also present.
- Improves overall contour: Treating the abdomen and flanks can create a flatter stomach with better definition through the waist.
How Long Can Tummy Tuck Results Last?
Tummy tuck results can last for many years, especially when you maintain a stable weight. Significant weight changes, pregnancy, and aging can stretch the abdominal tissues and affect your results over time.
Find Out What Can Flatten Your Lower Belly
You don’t have to keep fighting a lower belly pooch with exercises that cannot correct loose skin or stretched abdominal tissue.
Call 631-689-1100 to book your consultation with Dr. Epstein on Long Island to learn what could give your midsection the smoother contour you want.
