Orlando Plastic Surgeon Clarifies Candidacy Requirements for Tummy Tuck Surgery

ORLANDO, FL--(Marketwired - Mar 25, 2015) - Abdominoplasty, commonly called tummy tuck surgery, is designed to reduce excess skin, tighten muscles, and provide a firmer, more youthful-looking midsection, states Dr. James A. Matas, a plastic surgeon in Orlando. As a result, he notes that many mothers and individuals who have gained and lost a significant amount of weight consider undergoing this procedure to help achieve their cosmetic goals. While understandably a popular operation, he emphasizes that not everyone is a qualified candidate, and that only an extensively trained and board-certified plastic surgeon should determine if a patient has the necessary requirements for the surgery.

Both men and women receive this procedure, Dr. Matas says, and patients seeking tummy tuck surgery should be in good health and close to their ideal body weight. He says that while liposuction is a popular add-on technique, abdominoplasty is not intended to be a weight loss surgery but primarily a method to reduce excess skin along the midsection. Another consideration should be the amount of downtime an individual is prepared to devote to recovery, as most people will require approximately two weeks to heal before they can return to work or normal daily activities, he notes.

Without a doubt, the most important part of researching tummy tuck surgery is finding a suitable plastic surgeon, Dr. Matas reveals. He admits that while the cost of tummy tuck surgery can be an important consideration for many people, there are excellent financing options available that can help qualified applicants who prefer to pay in monthly payments rather than all at once. There are many factors that go into determining the price of any surgical treatment, he indicates, and one particularly low quote may not include all the fees involved or may suggest the surgeon has little experience with the approach. He urges patients seeking tummy tuck surgery to carefully research the qualifications, credentials, and experience of the plastic surgeon they select.

Ultimately, Dr. Matas believes that with tummy tuck surgery, the key to achieving a satisfying outcome is patient education. When well informed, he says individuals tend to have a smoother, more enjoyable experience and appreciate the results more. Furthermore, he encourages anyone considering cosmetic enhancement to speak with a board-certified plastic surgeon to receive the best possible advice and a customized treatment plan that can address his or her unique concerns.

About James Matas, MD

Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners, Dr. Matas is also a plastic surgeon practicing in the Orlando, Florida area. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame, where he graduated magna cum laude, and he received his medical degree from the University of Miami. In addition to completing residencies in general surgery and plastic surgery, he also fulfilled two clinical fellowships, one in hand surgery and the other in aesthetic plastic surgery. Furthermore, he is an active member of numerous prestigious medical associations, including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). He is available for interview upon request.

For more information about Dr. Matas and his practice, please visit yournewlook.com and facebook.com/pages/Dr-James-A-Matas-Advanced-Centre-for-Plastic-Surgery/202214226477819.

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