The Best Procedures for a Slim Waist

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A slim, contoured waist is a decidedly feminine feature that many women want. This contour can be lost through a variety of factors, from excess fat to loose skin as a result of pregnancy or dramatic weight loss. Dr. Nakamura and the Accent On You team offer a variety of surgical and nonsurgical procedures to enhance or create a slim waist. These include liposuction, waist tuck, tummy tuck, and mini tummy tuck.

Liposuction

Liposuction is one of the most versatile procedures available because it is useful for many areas of the body and can enhance other procedures as well. The procedure manually removes unwanted fat and can use to refine the contour of the waist, creating the slim curve that best meets your aesthetic goals. Liposuction techniques have advanced significantly over the years, and Dr. Nakamura now utilizes the VASER, or suction-assisted, liposuction technique. While this is a surgical procedure and requires some downtime, liposuction may be preferable for some patients over other techniques. For example, if you have more fat to remove or if you wish to undergo a single procedure, Dr. Nakamura may recommend liposuction as the most effective treatment option.

 

Waist Tuck

If loose skin and fat are the reason you’re missing out on the slim waist they want, a waist tuck might be the best procedure for you. A waist tuck removes the excess tissue that can make up a “muffin top” that bulges over the top of lower-rise pants and can create a slight lift to the buttocks as well.

The waist tuck procedure is completed using an incision that begins in the lower abdomen and extends around the waist to above the buttocks. Through this incision, excess skin and fat can be removed. As a more comprehensive procedure, the waist tuck is preferable especially for patients who have lost a significant amount of weight and are left with loose skin. If loose skin is not present, liposuction alone may be preferable to contour the waist.

Tummy Tuck and Mini Tummy Tuck

Tummy tucks and mini tummy tuck procedures are designed to tighten and tone the abdomen and are a common choice among patients dealing with loose skin and stretch marks after pregnancy. Similar to a waist tuck, a tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat through an incision made from hipbone-to-hipbone. Additionally, the abdominal muscles are tightened to create a firm and toned look. A mini tummy tuck, unlike a standard tummy tuck, only addresses loose skin and excess tissue in the lower abdomen below the belly button for those who have less severe skin laxity.

Schedule a Consultation

To see which procedure might be preferable for creating the slim waist you want, schedule a consultation with Dr. Nakamura. Call Accent On You at (817) 417-7200 or fill out our online form to set up your first appointment.

4 Reasons That You May be Thinking Of Having a Tummy Tuck

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At Accent On You, we tailor each patient’s procedures to their unique needs, and the tummy tuck – also known as an abdominoplasty – is a particularly customizable procedure. These are some of the most common reasons for talking about tummy tucks. Even with exercise and a good diet, many women are unable to achieve the flat tummy they desire. This is a very common scenario and the one or more of the following factors may contribute to this challenge:

  1. The aging process itself. A slowing metabolism and the decreased ability to burn off fat may lead to accumulation in the abdominal area. In addition, there’s a loss of skin elasticity that comes with aging.
  2. Genetic distribution of fat. Some men and women are prone to storing fat in the abdominal area.
  3. Pregnancy. Because of the stretching and separation of the abdominal muscles, many women cannot regain a tight abdomen after childbirth. Many women also have stretch marks that are a result of pregnancy.
  4. Weight loss. Even after people have lost a significant amount of weight, they still may have loose and draping skin.

Schedule a Consultation

These are all common factors that may lead patients to a tummy tuck procedure, but it’s important to remember that every patient’s body is different and unique. During a consultation with Dr. Nakamura , you’ll get an accurate idea of your customized tummy tuck, because no two surgeries are alike. To get started, contact us by calling our filling out our online form!

Tummy Tucks Get You On Board With The Skinny Jeans Trend

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The skinny jeans trend is showing no signs of stopping, and for those who may have a little extra where it’s not wanted, this can lead to a great deal of anxiety. There is nothing that takes the style element of a sleek pair of skinnies down like the dreaded “muffin top” look, and we at Accent on You want to provide you with a solution that will allow you to look chic in your new fall wardrobe! Our tummy tuck procedures will not only help you to get rid of that pouch of unwanted excess skin and fat, it can help to tighten your abdominal muscles as well, giving you the silhouette you’ve always dreamed of no matter what you may be wearing! Continue reading “Tummy Tucks Get You On Board With The Skinny Jeans Trend” →