A tummy tuck is a type of cosmetic plastic surgery that can require a prolonged recovery period. Therefore, it is normal to question whether it is right for you and have anxieties about the procedure.
If you are considering a tummy tuck but are unsure where to start, schedule an initial consultation for a tummy tuck in Walnut Creek. During this time, we can answer many of your questions and address your uncertainties about whether or not the procedure is right for you.
An initial tummy tuck consultation in Walnut Creek has four key components that, combined, will help you better understand whether a tummy tuck at Golden Hills Plastic Surgery is the right option for you.
During every initial consultation, we devote time and attention to understanding your personal goals. We want to ensure that your expectations are realistic. We pride ourselves on being truthful with you about what you can expect from a tummy tuck surgery and any results that fall outside the scope of what we can achieve.
Another part of the initial consultation is a thorough review of your medical history, including information about any past abdominal surgeries, existing medical conditions, and medications you are currently taking. Because a tummy tuck is a major reconstructive surgery, the success of this procedure and recovery depends greatly on your current state of health.
During this review, Dr. Seth Eberlin will also discuss how stable your current weight is and, if you are a woman, whether you are planning to become pregnant in the future. We ask these questions because fluctuations in weight and pregnancy can undermine the results of a tummy tuck. If you are not at a stable weight or are planning to become pregnant in the future, we may recommend postponing your tummy tuck procedure.
After discussing your medical history and personal goals, we will physically examine your abdomen. We will look at your skin’s elasticity and fat and muscle distribution in your abdomen. This exam is necessary to give us a clear sense of the type of procedures that can meet your personal goals and the expected outcomes.
During your consultation, we will also discuss the costs associated with your procedure. We pride ourselves on being transparent about our operating costs, surgical facility fees, anesthesia costs, and equipment expenses.
Your consultation is the perfect opportunity to ask any questions you may have. We want you to feel comfortable throughout this process.
Your time is valuable, and we want to make sure you get the most out of your initial consultation for an abdominoplasty in Walnut Creek. Following your appointment, you may gain clarity about key questions regarding your procedure.
Following your initial consultation, you can expect a clear statement of whether we recommend a tummy tuck to meet your personal goals and expectations. If we feel that a tummy tuck is not an ideal procedure for you, we will clearly detail the reasons for this and, if appropriate, recommend alternative procedures or treatments.
You should feel confident in your surgeon and your care team. The initial consultation is a great way for us to get to know you, and for you to get to know us.
Based on your goals and our physical examination, we will provide you with a detailed description of the type of tummy tuck procedure we recommend for you. We will also outline all potential risks and complications.
We will provide you with a detailed description of the recovery process, including the timeline, any necessary restrictions on physical activity, and other expectations specific to your recovery.
If you think of another question after your initial consultation, we encourage you to contact our office to speak with a member of our team.
During an initial consultation for a tummy tuck in Walnut Creek, you will find out if a tummy tuck is right for you. The consultation will take less than an hour and will clarify the procedure best suited for you, along with information on its cost and recovery process. If you have been considering a tummy tuck for a while now, what are you waiting for? Reach out to our office today.
