Tummy tuck is a common operation typically performed after childbearing years are over. It can address some of the issues that result from pregnancy such as diastases rectus, loose skin and stretch marks and weight gain during motherhood and life in general! A typical patient has this performed in their late 30s and early 40s. Many women ask whether it is too late to have an abdominoplasty after age 50. In general, as long as the patient has good health and reasonable expectations, middle-age is no barrier to abdominoplasty. This 55-year-old mother of 3 had hoped that diet and exercise would help her excess skin and fat and loose tissue of her abdomen. She was unable to lose much weight so she came in for consultation for tummy tuck. Dr. Lyle felt she was a good candidate. Her body mass index was just a touch over 30 but she was otherwise very healthy. She underwent a full abdominoplasty with diastases repair as well as a Vaser assisted liposuction of the flanks and abdomen. She recovered nicely. Dr. Lyle uses Exparel -A long-lasting local anesthetic-during the surgery which helps decrease the postoperative pain and makes it manageable. The patient was very pleased with her results and felt she fits into her clothing much better and was comfortable with her new figure.
Dr. Lyle offers a wide range of Tummy Tuck surgery options depending on your anatomy, excess skin and desired outcomes. The procedure could be combined with other procedures and may also remove unsightly stretch marks or past scars from c-section or hysterectomy.
Dr. Glenn Lyle is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Raleigh, NC community at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center since 2002. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in breast surgery and body contouring, to enhance patients’ appearance after weight loss, pregnancy, and the effects of aging.
Dr. Lyle completed his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts and a plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch.
He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society (Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons society).
Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.
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