Tummy Tuck New York City

What to expect on the day of surgery

When you come in for your Tummy Tuck, it will begin with you being administered some anesthesia in the form of general anesthesia or intravenous sedation, depending on what is discussed during your consultation. When you are fully sedated, Dr. Samson will begin making his strategic incisions.

A full tummy tuck utilizes a horizontally-oriented incision placed between the pubic hairline and the belly button. The shape and length of the incisions are determined by the amount of excess skin. After your abdominal skin is lifted, the weaker, underlying abdominal muscles are repaired. If necessary, Dr. Samson will make a second incision around your naval to remove the excess skin in your upper abdomen. The upper abdominal skin is pulled down and any excess skin is trimmed. The remaining skin is sutured together and a new opening for the belly button is created. Dr. Samson will pop the belly button up through the surface and suture it into position. Finally, the incision is closed with sutures, skin adhesives, tapes, or clips.

*This procedure will take approximately 2 – 3 hours.

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting a Tummy Tuck in New York City is to contact the office of William Samson, MD. When you come in for your consultation, you will be able to meet with Dr. Samson and discuss what you’re looking to achieve from the procedure. He will also be able to answer any questions that you may have, give you an examination of your stomach and body type, and ask you questions about your medical history. You should be very open and honest when talking about your medical history as this will help Dr. Samson make the best decisions when creating your surgical and treatment plan.

Once your plan has been made and you agree with it, then you will meet with our Patient Coordinator who will help you select your surgical date. You will also be given a list of instructions that will help give you a more optimal surgical experience

Tummy Tuck Recovery

After your surgery, you will be able to return home to recover in peace, however, you should have a friend or family member available to give you a ride home. You will have dressings or bandages applied to your incisions and you may also be wrapped in an elastic bandage or compression garment to minimize swelling and give your abdomen additional support. Dr. Samson may temporarily insert some small tubes called cannulas under your skin to help drain any blood or fluid that collects.

You will likely be sore during the first week or so and should plan on resting and taking some downtime the first few days post-surgery, this is to reduce scarring and avoid any excess bruising or swelling. You may be able to return to work after a few days but only if you have light work, there should be absolutely no heavy lifting until Dr. Samson clears you to do so. Most patients require at least 2 – 3 weeks before they can do even gentle tasks.

How Much Does Tummy Tuck Cost in New York City?

The cost of a Tummy Tuck in NYC is dependent on a number of factors, including the amount of fat and tissue that is required to be removed and the anesthetic choice for your surgery. After meeting with Dr. Samson and discussing everything, our Patient Coordinator will be able to give you a breakdown of the full price of your treatment.