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Reclaim Your Confidence Bay Area Tummy Tuck ExpertsAbdominoplasty By Dr. Steven Williams, President Emeritus, American Society of Plastic Surgeons & Dr. Philip Wasicek, Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Why Tri Valley Plastic Surgery?
Tri Valley Plastic Surgery is a highly respected Bay Area practice renowned for expertise in body sculpting, led by Dr. Steven Williams, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon and President Emeritus, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and Dr. Philip Wasicek, Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon.
Located in Dublin, California, we serve patients across the Walnut Creek–Dublin corridor—including Danville, Alamo, and San Ramon—who seek elevated care and refined, natural results.
"I would say if you are considering a tummy tuck, PLEASE do it. You will feel so much better. The recovery time was shorter than I expected, and my tummy looks better now than it did when I was like sixteen."
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What is a Tummy Tuck?
Pregnancy, diastasis recti, and weight loss can create changes that exercise alone can't fix. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is the surgical removal of excess skin and fat from the abdomen,
along with tightening of abdominal muscles, resulting in a flatter stomach, smaller waistline, and improved contour.
"I would say if you are considering a tummy tuck, PLEASE do it. You will feel so much better. The recovery time is much shorter than I expected, and my tummy looks better now than it did when I was like sixteen."
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Benefits of Tummy Tuck Surgery
The abdominal muscles and skin along the lower half of the abdomen are notorious for being stubbornly resistant to diet and exercise. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, offers many benefits including:
- A flatter, firmer stomach
- A sculpted, contoured waistline
- Restored hip-to-waist ratio
- Removal of loose/excess skin
- Improved posture and core strength
- Feeling confident in crop tops and bikinis
Dr. Steven Williams and Dr. Philip Wasicek are the Bay Area’s premier plastic surgeons for tummy tucks. Their team of medical professionals understand that an investment in self-improvement pays dividends every day, and are dedicated to delivering the best tummy tuck results the Bay Area can offer, through exquisite results and exceptional care.
Bay Area Tummy Tuck Consultation
Establishing trust is the most important part of your surgery decision. From the moment you arrive for your breast augmentation consultation, our goal is to understand your vision, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about every step of the process—it's a collaboration, not a sales pitch—and making you feel heard is our priority.
During your consultation, our doctors will:
- Review your health history & anatomy
- Review your goals, inspiration pics & set realistic expectations
- Provide a thorough explanation of your options & share potential solutions
- Discuss surgical approaches tailored to you, recovery time, scars & safety
- Share before & after images
- Answer any of your questions
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Tummy Tuck FAQ
What does a tummy tuck scar look like?
How long is recovery after tummy tuck surgery?
Can I have a tummy tuck instead of weight-loss surgery?
Do I need liposuction or a tummy tuck?
Can I get pregnant following a tummy tuck?
Can a tummy tuck repair an umbilical hernia?
What does a tummy tuck scar look like?
Abdominoplasty operations leave a permanent scar, usually across the lower abdomen. Our surgeons makes every effort to place the scar so it is well hidden. They typically make the incision on the bikini line, so it is not visible in most swimwear or undergarment styles. The surgery may also leave a scar around the belly button, except for mini tummy tucks.
How long is recovery after tummy tuck surgery?
Most patients return to light activities in 2–3 weeks. Full recovery (strenuous exercise) takes 6–8 weeks. You'll see final results within 3–6 months.
Can I have a tummy tuck instead of weight-loss surgery?
Abdominoplasty is not a substitute for losing weight through regular physical activity and a balanced diet. If you are significantly overweight, we recommend signing up for our weight loss program to get you down to a reasonably healthy BMI and maintain a stable weight before your procedure. A tummy tuck is an excellent way to contour and tone the abdomen following bariatric surgery or massive weight loss.
Do I need liposuction or a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck is ideal for patients with excess skin and/or separated abdominal muscles. Patients with good skin elasticity and isolated areas of fat may only require liposuction.
Can I get pregnant following a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck will not affect your ability to conceive, although you may want to hold off on booking the surgery until you have finished building your family. Take steps to avoid getting pregnant within the first year to allow the abdomen to heal.
Can a tummy tuck repair an umbilical hernia?
Umbilical hernia repair is an additional procedure that we can combine with your tummy tuck surgery. Umbilical hernia surgery alone will not repair separated abdominal muscles, therefore patients often choose to add umbilical hernia repair to their tummy tuck surgery rather than seeing a general surgeon.
What to Expect from Tri Valley Plastic Surgery
Tummy Tuck
Length of Surgery
Inpatient / Outpatient
Anesthesia
Duration of Results
Complete Abdominoplasty: 1-5 Hours; Mini Abdominoplasty: 1-2 Hours
Outpatient
General, sometimes local with sedation
Long lasting. Weight loss/gain, pregnancy, and age may reduce surgical results over time
Financing Your Tummy Tuck Surgery
We understand that financing is a part of any investment in yourself. We offer financing with PatientFi and CareCredit with flexible payment schedules and easy applications.
