A bulging belly is often considered an inevitable part of aging. When the belly hangs or protrudes over the waistline, common concerns for men and women typically include a poor fit in clothing, skin irritation from excess tissue rubbing together, and insecurity from a wrinkled or crepey look in the abdomen. Unfortunately, a belly bulge is usually encompassed by a combination of stubborn fat, loose skin, and stretched out musculature, making it notoriously resistant to dieting and exercise.
While there is no medical necessity to treating a hanging or protruding belly, board-certified Boston plastic surgeon Geoffrey Leber, MD performs effective body sculpting treatments to address excess tissue and slim the abdominal profile:
- Tummy Tuck: Perhaps the most powerful cosmetic body contouring procedure available, a tummy tuck is the premier treatment to remove excess skin, tighten internal musculature, and reduce exercise-resistant fat on the belly. Results can last a lifetime when complemented by an active lifestyle, making tummy tuck surgery an excellent way to improve a belly bulge.
- Liposuction: For patients with minimal skin laxity and excess fat buildup in the abdomen, liposuction might be enough to give you a sleeker body contour. As a minimally invasive surgery, liposuction is designed to suction out fat cells to give men and women a smoother, slimmer, and tighter midsection.
If you’ve had children, you may consider an all-encompassing Mommy Makeover to reverse several changes in the body caused by pregnancy, such as fat buildup, stretched skin, and/or breast ptosis (sagging). Dr. Leber can help you navigate your treatment options after gaining a sense of your needs in an appointment.
A belly bulge that remains present despite a healthy lifestyle can be frustrating, but Dr. Geoffrey Leber offers long-term solutions to give you a tighter, slimmer waistline. Contact our Boston office today for more information about our body sculpting services or to book an appointment.