Tummy Tuck for Excess Abdominal Tissue After Pregnancy in Downers Grove, IL*

The patient presented with complaints of lower abdominal tissue excess ever since her last pregnancy. She was unable to improve her appearance with diet and exercise. She underwent a full tummy tuck with progressive tension quilting sutures to eliminate the need for a drain and Exparel for long-lasting postoperative pain control. We used a very low incision and a technique for achieving a natural appearing belly button. The patient tolerated the procedure well.