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Body Procedures · Rogers, Arkansas

Tummy Tuck in Northwest Arkansas

A smoother, firmer midsection with thoughtful care throughout the entire procedure.

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What is tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes loose skin and excess fat from the abdomen and tightens separated abdominal muscles. Many people choose it after pregnancy or significant weight loss, when diet and exercise can no longer change the shape of the stomach.

At Northwest Arkansas Center for Plastic Surgery, tummy tucks are performed by Dr. Heath Stacey, a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 15 years of experience in Northwest Arkansas, and Dr. Wilson Huett, a plastic surgeon trained at the University of Louisville.

A quick overview for you

Procedure Time

2–3 hours

Anesthesia

General

Back to desk work

About 2 weeks

Full exercise

About 6 weeks

Final results

3–6 months

Payment options

CareCredit, Cherry, and Prosper financing

Is a tummy tuck right for me?

You may be a good candidate if:

  • Excess skin on your stomach hasn’t responded to diet or exercise
  • Pregnancy separated your abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), leaving a rounded lower
    abdomen
  • You’ve lost significant weight and have kept it stable for several months
  • You’re finished having children, or don’t plan to be pregnant soon
  • You don’t use nicotine, or are willing to stop before and after surgery
  • You’re in good overall health

A tummy tuck surgery is not a weight-loss procedure. If your main concern is stubborn fat rather than loose skin, [liposuction] or CoolSculpting may be a better fit. We’ll help you decide at your consultation.

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Your tummy tuck options

Full tummy tuck

Excess skin above and below the belly button, with muscle repair. Incision runs hip to hip, low on the abdomen.

Mini tummy tuck

A small amount of excess skin below the belly button. Smaller incision.

Extended tummy tuck

Excess skin that continues onto the hips or flanks, often after major weight loss.

Tummy tuck with liposuction

Excess skin plus stubborn fat on the flanks or waist, treated in one surgery.

Many mothers combine a tummy tuck with breast surgery in a
Mommy Makeover.

Benefits of a Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck is about more than how you look in the mirror. It’s about how you feel in your body every day.

A smoother, firmer profile

Removing excess skin and tightening the muscles can create a flatter, more defined abdominal area.

Everyday comfort

Removing excess skin may reduce the irritation and rashes that can form where skin folds.

Clothes that fit beautifully

Fitted dresses, swimwear, and waistbands often sit more smoothly and comfortably.

Stronger core support

Repairing separated abdominal muscles may help the core feel firmer and more supported.

Renewed confidence

Many patients say they feel more at ease and more like themselves after a tummy tuck.

Long-lasting results

Removed skin doesn’t return, and with a stable weight, results can last for years.
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Your experience at NWACPS

Surgery is not an easy decision. Our role is to make sure that along every step, you feel clear, calm, and well cared for.

  • An unhurried consultation. Your surgeon examines you, listens to your goals, and explains what a tummy tuck can and can’t do for you.
  • Clear preparation. You’ll receive written instructions covering what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
  • A nursing team you can reach. Our nurses stay in close contact through your recovery and answer questions as they come up.
  • Follow-up visits. Your surgeon checks your healing in person until you’re fully recovered.

Tummy Tuck Recovery, Week by Week

Every recovery is personal, and your surgeon will discuss your plan with you. Here is a general picture of how healing tends to unfold, with our nurses available to you throughout the process.

The first few days

Plan to rest and take things slowly. Gentle walks around the house help circulation, and our nurses check in to see how you’re feeling.

The first week

Soreness begins to ease, and moving around becomes more comfortable each day.

The weeks that follow

Many patients feel ready to return to desk work and lighter routines. Your surgeon will help you decide when.

As you gain strength

You’ll gradually add more activity. Heavy lifting, including small children, waits until your surgeon clears you.

Your follow-up visits

Your surgeon checks your healing and lets you know when you’re ready to return to exercise and lifting.

The months ahead

Swelling continues to settle, and your results become clear. Your scar softens and fades over time.

Your Results

You will notice that your stomach is flatter right away, though swelling softens the final shape for a few months. By 3–6 months, most patients see a firmer, smoother midsection and a more defined waist. Removed skin does not return, and repaired muscles stay tightened.

A full tummy tuck does leave a scar low across the abdomen, placed so most underwear and swimwear cover it, plus a small scar around the belly button. It will fade gradually over 12–18 months.

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Planning for your procedure

Because every tummy tuck is specific to the patient, you’ll receive a personalized quote after your consultation. Your plan depends on:
  • The type of tummy tuck (mini, full, or extended)
  • Whether liposuction or other procedures are combined
  • Anesthesia and surgical facility fees
  • Your insurance plan

Payment Options

Flexible ways to plan your procedure

We offer monthly payment plans through CareCredit, Prosper, and Cherry. You can apply before your consultation so you know your options going in.
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Tummy Tuck Results from Our Patients

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Front and side view before and after images of a patient’s abdomen following a tummy tuck performed by NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 1
  • Age: 39
  • 10 Months Post Op
Before and after photos of a patient’s abdomen from the front and side views, demonstrating body contouring results at the NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 2
  • Age: 45
  • 11 Years Post Op
Before and after photos showing front and side views of a midsection following plastic surgery in Rogers, AR at the NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 3
  • Age: 32
  • 8 Months Post Op
Before and after photos of a midsection showing the results of a tummy tuck performed at the NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 4
  • Age: 44
  • 9 Months Post Op
Before and after photos showing a person’s midsection from the front and side views, demonstrating results from a body contouring procedure at NWA Center for Plastic Surgery in Rogers, AR.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 5
  • Age: 54
  • 10 Months Post Op
Front and side views showing a patient’s abdomen before and after a tummy tuck procedure at the NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 6
  • Age: 36
  • 11 Months Post Op
Before and after comparison photos of a patient’s abdomen showing the results of a tummy tuck procedure from front and side views at the NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 7
  • Age: 57
  • 6 months Post Op
Before and after comparison of a patient’s midsection from front and side angles, showing the results of a plastic surgery procedure at the NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 8
  • Age: 54
  • 6 months Post Op
Tummy tuck before and after photos from the front and side views, performed at the NWA Center for Plastic Surgery.
Abdominoplasty | Patient 9

Frequently Asked Questions

Results are long-lasting. Removed skin doesn’t return, and the muscle repair holds. Significant
weight gain or a future pregnancy can stretch the area again.

Most patients with desk jobs return in about 2 weeks. Jobs that involve lifting or standing usually
need 4–6 weeks.

Plan on no heavy lifting, including small children, for about 6 weeks. Arrange help at home for
the first two weeks.

Yes. A full tummy tuck stitches separated abdominal muscles back together, which exercise
alone usually can’t do.

Yes. Many patients have had one or more C-sections. Your existing scar can often be removed
or included in the new incision.

It’s best to wait. Pregnancy can stretch the skin and separate the muscles again.

Liposuction removes fat but doesn’t remove loose skin or tighten muscles. A tummy tuck does both. Many patients combine the two.

A mini abdominoplasty addresses excess skin below the belly button only. A full tummy tuck treats the whole abdomen and repairs the muscles. Your surgeon will recommend one after examining you.

Cost depends on the type of tummy tuck and whether other procedures are combined. You’ll receive a personalized quote after your consultation, and we offer monthly payment plans
through CareCredit, Prosper, and Cherry.

No. Consultations are complimentary. You’ll meet privately with one of our plastic surgeons, ask every question you have, and leave with a personalized plan and quote.

A tummy tuck done for cosmetic reasons isn’t covered by insurance. Removing a hanging fold of skin for medical reasons (panniculectomy) is sometimes covered. Our team can discuss whether that may apply to you.

Low across the abdomen, usually below the underwear line, plus a small scar around the belly button. It fades significantly over 12–18 months.

Ready to talk about your tummy tuck procedure?

Meet privately with one of our plastic surgeons at our Rogers office. We’ll answer every question
and help you decide what’s right for you. Your consultation is complimentary.

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