Tummy Tuck in Beverly Hills

Name: Tummy Tuck
Brand: Galanis Plastic Surgery
Rating: 5 (37 reviews)

Tone up your midsection and your self-image with a renowned tummy tuck expert.

A flat abdomen projects youthfulness, confidence, and vitality—yet for many of us, genetics, pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or aging can make it difficult or impossible to achieve a smooth, contoured look. Until now. If loose skin, weakened muscles, or stubborn fat are preventing you from feeling your best, a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) at Galanis Plastic Surgery can reshape your midsection for a firmer, more sculpted appearance.

World-Class Body Contouring

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Galanis has co-lead the tummy tuck course at the American Aesthetic Society Meeting for 3 years running, as well as having been an invited lecturer and instructor in Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa teaching techniques to plastic surgeons around the world. He was the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Ted Lockwood Award for Excellence in Body Contouring by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery for his innovation and excellence in body contouring. His method offers customized tummy tuck procedures designed to match each patient’s unique needs.

Your Custom Tummy Tuck Treatment Plan

A tummy tuck is a body contouring surgery that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the underlying muscles for a flatter, firmer stomach. It is most commonly performed with liposuction for enhanced contouring but in appropriate patients can also be performed as a standalone procedure. A tummy tuck in Beverly Hills with Dr. Galanis can:

Tighten loose, sagging skin
Repair separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti)
Eliminate stubborn fat deposits
Reshape the waistline for a more balanced figure
Restore confidence in clothing, swimwear, and everyday life

Dr. Galanis offers a wide variety of advanced surgical techniques to help you take control of your body and confidence. Together, you may consider:

Mini Tummy Tuck

Best for patients with skin laxity confined to below the navel and no significant muscle separation

Incision: Requires a small, low incision hidden in the bikini line
Skin Removal: Targets excess skin exclusively below the belly button
Muscle Tightening: May include minor lower abdominal muscle repair
Belly Button: Stays in place (no repositioning needed)
Ideal for: Patients close to their goal weight with a small amount of excess skin

Hybrid Tummy Tuck

Best for patients with moderate skin laxity and muscle separation

Incision: Involves a slightly longer incision than a mini tuck, but shorter than a full tummy tuck
Skin Removal: Removes skin from the lower abdomen
Muscle Tightening: Includes full abdominal muscle repair from sternum to pubic area
Belly Button: Remains in place, preserving natural contours
Ideal for: Fit individuals with diastasis recti but minimal excess skin

Traditional (Full) Tummy Tuck

Best for patients with loose skin, stubborn fat, and muscle separation

Incision: A hip-to-hip incision placed low on the bikini line for discreet healing
Skin Removal: Removes excess skin above and below the belly button
Muscle Tightening: Repairs full abdominal muscles for a flatter core
Belly Button: Repositioned for natural-looking results
Ideal for: Post-pregnancy or post-weight loss patients with significant skin laxity

Extended Tummy Tuck

Best for patients with excess skin and fat that extends beyond the front abdomen

Incision: Extends beyond the hips to sculpt the flanks and waistline
Skin Removal: Addresses larger areas of sagging skin
Muscle Tightening: Full abdominal wall repair for core strength and posture improvement
Belly Button: Repositioned for proportionate, natural contours
Ideal for: Patients who have lost a significant amount of weight or had multiple pregnancies

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Combining Procedures for Enhanced Results

For patients who have stubborn fat deposits along with loose skin, Dr. Galanis may recommend combining a tummy tuck with liposuction for even more refined results. Liposuction removes localized fat, sculpting the waistline, flanks, and abdomen for smooth, balanced body contours.

Tummy tucks are also a core part of Mommy Makeovers, helping restore a pre-pregnancy figure by tightening the stomach while lifting and reshaping the breasts.

What to Expect: The Tummy Tuck Procedure

A tummy tuck is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes between 2 to 5 hours, depending on the type of procedure and whether liposuction is included. It can be combined with procedures of the breasts, arms, and thighs. Recovery times vary by procedure type, but all patients receive detailed post-operative care instructions and ongoing support from Dr. Galanis and his team.

Walking is encouraged within 24 hours to promote circulation
Most patients can return to work in 2–3 weeks
Compression garments will be worn for 6 weeks to minimize swelling
Bruising & swelling last several weeks, with most of the final results appearing within 6 months
Do no heavy lifting or strenuous activity for at least six weeks
We will welcome you for follow-up visits at 1 week, 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year

The Galanis Plastic Surgery Difference

When it comes to abdominal contouring, choosing an expert surgeon with a delicate, artistic hand makes all the difference. As so many patients already know, Dr. Galanis is a renowned, board-certified plastic surgeon with meticulous technique who delivers natural-looking results in Beverly Hills and his satellite office in Nashville. Our practice is recommended by locals and traveling patients alike for customized treatment plans, concierge-level care, and ongoing, caring support through every step of the transformation journey. If loose skin, muscle separation, or stubborn belly fat is holding you back from feeling your best, know that a flatter, tighter midsection is within your reach with abdominoplasty in Beverly Hills. Call (310) 858-8930 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation. Your ideal figure awaits.