Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), Liposuction, and Body Contouring, for Darien and All of Connecticut
Dr. Anya Kishinevsky is an experienced plastic surgeon who provides male breast reduction, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), liposuction, and post-bariatric body contouring at her Darien, Connecticut practice. She understands the needs of professional people, and always recommends procedures that are minimally invasive to minimize scarring and recovery time. The exceptional body treatment procedures offered at our practice help our patients achieve a stunning appearance that boosts self-confidence and self-esteem.
- Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
- Post-Bariatric Body Contouring
- Liposuction
- Gynecomastia Treatment - Male Breast Reduction
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
From individuals who are battling stubborn areas of abdominal fat to women who are seeking a slimmer figure following pregnancy, many people are unhappy with their waistlines and would like to have a more toned and contoured midsection. Fortunately, Dr. Kishinevsky performs abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) surgery in her Connecticut surgical centers to help patients achieve a more pleasing body shape.
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Options
Abdominoplasty is designed to flatten and tone a patient's midsection by tightening sagging abdominal muscles and removing excess fat and skin. Different abdominoplasty techniques can be performed depending on the amount of tissue to be removed:
- Patients who wish to eliminate only small amounts of excess skin and fat can benefit from a mini tummy tuck or an endoscopic tummy tuck, both of which are minimally invasive procedures.
- Patients with a greater amount of excess tissue can benefit from a traditional abdominoplasty, circumferential tummy tuck, or an extended tummy tuck.
Tummy Tuck Procedure
During the tummy tuck procedure, Dr. Kishinevsky carefully makes incisions on the targeted area of the midsection to minimize scarring. Next, she tightens the stomach muscles and sutures them into place, and removes excess skin and fat. Some types of abdominoplasty procedures, such as a traditional tummy tuck, circumferential tummy tuck, and extended tummy tuck, require repositioning of the navel to match the new body shape. The result is a more-toned midsection and a narrower waistline.
Results and Benefits of Abdominoplasty
Patients are pleased with the flatter and more toned results from abdominoplasty surgery. Excess skin that has lost its elasticity can easily be removed during a tummy tuck. The number of stretch marks in the abdominal area can also be dramatically reduced or completely eliminated.
Maintaining Tummy Tuck Results
It is important to remember that a tummy tuck is neither a weight loss procedure nor a substitute for a healthy lifestyle, so it takes a lot of effort to maintain the results. With a proper diet and exercise routine, abdominoplasty results can last for many years. Exercise is especially crucial for maintaining the new figure following abdominoplasty. Not only can exercise prevent further weight gain, but it also helps the patient to heal faster and tone the abdominal area for the best results. Abdominoplasty can be combined with liposuction or a body lift for the most comprehensive weight loss results following bariatric surgery.
Post-Bariatric Body Contouring
Individuals who have achieved dramatic weight loss through weight loss surgery or by other means may find they have excess loose skin on their body because their skin has lost much of its elasticity. Fortunately, plastic surgeon Anya Kishinevsky provides a variety of body contouring at her Connecticut practice to eliminate excess skin and fat including:
Arm Lift
For patients with extra skin on their arms, Dr. Kishinevsky can perform upper arm lift body contouring to restore a youthful appearance. During an upper arm lift procedure, an incision is made along the arm in a curve or Z shape to minimize scarring. The skin on the arm is then tightened and the excess skin is removed. Finally, the incision is closed with sutures.
Patients who only need minor revision on their arms can benefit from a mini arm lift. A mini arm lift is similar to an upper arm lift, except the incision is much smaller. Patients who undergo an upper arm lift or a mini arm lift can enjoy wearing their favorite clothes and feel free to raise their arms as they please without feeling self-conscious. An arm lift can also be combined with liposuction for maximum body contouring benefit.
Thigh Lift
Patients who wish to have firmer thighs after significant weight loss can undergo a thigh lift. Thigh contouring surgery is an effective way to reshape the legs by removing excess skin on problem areas. There are three types of thigh lifts:
- Inner (targeting the inner thigh)
- Bilateral (targeting the front and outside of the leg)
- Medial (targeting the upper inner thigh)
During a thigh lift, incisions are made in hidden places so the resulting scars can easily be concealed. Excess skin and fat is removed and the remaining skin is pulled tight for a nice shape. Patients who undergo thigh lift surgery are excited about their new toned legs and trimmer appearance.
Butt Lift
Individuals who have lost weight and wish to enhance their buttocks can choose to undergo a butt lift. This procedure enhances the size and shape of the buttocks by removing fat from other parts of the body through liposuction and injecting it into the butt. The results are firmer looking buttocks, which provide added self-confidence.
Full Body Lift
Patients who have significant amounts of excess skin over large areas of the body after losing considerable weight through bariatric surgery may experience discomfort or find it difficult to fit into smaller clothes. A total body contouring lift addresses excess fat and skin on all the areas on the body. These areas include the arms, hips, abdomen, breasts, thighs, and butt. Dr. Kishinevsky can contour these areas for an entirely new figure. Dr. Kishinevsky can individually tailor a body contouring procedure to help you achieve your body goals.
Liposuction
If you have localized areas of fat that are resistant to the effects of dieting and exercise, you may benefit from liposuction. Liposuction is one of the safest ways to get rid of unwanted pockets of fat for individuals who are within 25 pounds of their ideal body weight. Plastic surgeon Anya Kishinevsky provides quality liposuction surgery in her Darien and Fairfield practice for patients who will benefit from subtle contouring, rather than the significant sculpting achieved during abdominoplasty or body lift procedures.
Liposuction Procedure
Liposuction involves surgically removing fatty tissue from targeted areas of the body through a suction tube called a cannula. During the procedure, Dr. Kishinevsky creates tiny incisions in the skin above the fatty areas of the body that the cannula will target. The suction tube is then inserted into the incision and moved back and forth to break up and suck out fat cells. Up to ten pounds of fat can be removed during liposuction. After the procedure is complete, the incisions are either sutured or left open for better healing and drainage. Leaving the incisions open reduces the amount of bruising and swelling following liposuction surgery. The result is an aesthetically pleasing body contour.
Benefits of Liposuction
Liposuction can dramatically improve your appearance by eliminating stubborn body fat for a smoother and more contoured body shape. This is especially true on the thighs, where cellulite can leave a dimpled appearance. Liposuction is an effective treatment option to reduce the look of "cottage cheese thighs". The procedure not only can improve your appearance, but it can also improve your health. Less fat in the body means less risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other major health conditions.
Liposuction Results
The best results following liposuction surgery are achieved by patients who work hard to maintain their new look. Liposuction surgery is not meant to replace a healthy lifestyle. It is important to maintain a good diet and exercise routine after liposuction to prevent weight gain. In fact, patients are three times more likely to gain weight following surgery if they do not modify their eating habits, and four times more likely to gain weight if they fail to change their exercise habits. The most successful liposuction patients use the procedure as a motivational jump-start to a healthier lifestyle.
Gynecomastia Treatment – Male Breast Reduction
Some men are self-conscious about extra fat and tissue localized in their chest area. Gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts, is a condition that affects over one-third of the adult male population and can lead to embarrassment and psychological problems in many men and boys. Fortunately, gynecomastia can be treated with male breast reduction surgery, which involves different techniques than those used to accomplish female breast reduction surgery. During the procedure, Connecticut Dr. Kishinevsky removes excess breast tissue and fat with liposuction before lifting and tightening the remaining tissue. The result is a more masculine chest contour and improved self-confidence.
Contact Our Practice for Body Contouring
Contact Dr. Kishinevsky for an experienced plastic surgeon performing abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), liposuction, and other body contouring procedures in both Darien and Fairfield, Connecticut.
For quality abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), liposuction, and other body contouring procedures in Connecticut, contact our Darien and Fairfield plastic surgery practices. We serve patients from all neighboring communities.
Anya Kishinevsky, M.D.
722 Post Road, Suite 200
Darien, Connecticut 06820
55 Walls Drive, Suite 405
Fairfield, Connecticut 06824
203-803-4114 (Phone)
203-655-0099 (Fax)
"Dear Dr. Anya, many thanks for taking beautiful care of me!"
-LA, Seymour, Connecticut
"Just a note to tell you how wonderful I feel and look after my tummy tuck and muscle tightening. I would like to say that from the first consultation with you and your office I felt special. You have a special staff of people working in the office and the surgical suite. They were caring and gave me such very special attention before, during and after the surgery. After my first consultation with you, I asked another surgeon who knew you and she said that "you had great hands" and that you were a great surgeon. I knew that I was in the right place at the right time with the right surgeon. In addition to how great I look and feel after my tummy tuck and muscle tightening, I do not have any more sciatica back pain. That result was so wonderful. The operation met my expectations and more. You are gifted and caring and that makes for a #1 Plastic Surgeon. Thank you for everything!"
-NAK