Aesthetic Enhancements Plastic Surgery & Laser Center: Armando Soto, MD
7009 Dr Phillips Blvd #100
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: (407) 218-4550
Fax: (407) 218-4551
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
*Includes surgical, anesthesia, and OR fees, and post-surgical garments
If pregnancy or weight loss have left their mark on your midsection, Dr. Armando Soto can help you feel confident enough to show it off again with a tummy tuck in Orlando, Florida. This transformative body contouring surgery can restore smooth, slim contours, leaving a thin scar that sits below most swimsuits and undergarments. Dr. Soto understands the aesthetics that contribute to beautiful, natural-looking results, such as the shape, size, and position of the belly button and a curve at the waistline.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Armando Soto helps patients from all over the Orlando metro region and across Florida achieve a trimmer, flatter abdomen through tummy tuck surgery. He regularly serves patients from communities such as:
I dreamed of having a flat tummy for years. I decided to see Dr. Soto due to his exceptional reputation. His professionalism and kindness were outstanding. I was able to have my tummy tuck and my results surpassed by far my expectations. I have such a tiny waist and my tummy is so flat, I love it! Thank you is just not enough. You and your gracious staff have changed my life.
– K.S.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
The full tummy tuck, also called a traditional or complete tummy tuck, is best for most patients because it renews the appearance of the entire front of the abdomen; however, individual needs vary. Dr. Soto frequently performs the following tummy tuck techniques at his Orlando practice, personalizing each procedure to the patient’s concerns and anatomy.
The full tummy tuck gives Dr. Soto unobstructed access to the front of the abdomen, allowing him to remove excess skin, repair muscular anatomy, reshape the belly button, and eliminate excess fat. Liposuction may be used to add the “finishing touches” to your silhouette.
Good candidates:
Incisions:
A full tummy tuck begins with a hip-to-hip incision just above the pubic area. A second incision encircles the belly button.
Scars:
The resulting low, horizontal scar gently curves with the body and can be hidden when wearing most undergarments and two-piece bathing suits. The second scar is concealed within the opening of the belly button.
This less invasive alternative to the traditional technique, also known as a “Brazilian tummy tuck,” removes loose abdominal skin below the belly button. Liposuction can be added to remove excess fat.
Good candidates:
Incision:
The mini tummy tuck involves a 3 to 6-inch, horizontal incision, shorter than the full tummy tuck, centered over the pubic bone. This technique does not reshape the belly button, so there is not a second incision.
Scars:
The resulting scar is low and easily covered by clothing.
As evident in the name, this technique extends the tummy tuck around the abdomen. It provides significant skin tightening and body contouring. Dr. Soto can include liposuction for further fat reduction.
Candidates:
Incisions:
The extended tummy tuck involves a horizontal incision that goes around the abdomen. Similar to a full tummy tuck, a second incision is placed within the opening of the belly button.
Scars:
The resulting scar travels around the abdomen. It becomes thin and fades within about a year. The second scar is not noticeable because it is just inside the opening of the belly button.
During your consultation at Aesthetic Enhancements Plastic Surgery, Dr. Soto will review your goals with you and perform a careful examination. He will discuss all the differences and benefits of your available options. The ultimate goal is to safely achieve an attractive new contour that appears natural and not “operated on.”
A tummy tuck is performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. Occasionally, an overnight stay may be required for more complex cases. As with any other surgery, a tummy tuck involves risks that are affected by your state of health. It’s best to discuss any health conditions you have with Dr. Soto prior to surgery.
After surgery, you will be prescribed pain medication and you will have to wear a compression garment. Very early after surgery, it is recommended that patients make a concerted effort to move around to improve blood circulation and reduce the risks of blood clot complications. Full recovery may take up to 6 weeks, although you can see your body’s shape gradually changing within a few days of surgery.
Dr. Soto is a board-certified plastic surgeon who brings an exceptional level of attention, skill, and integrity to every patient and procedure. For more than 15 years, he has helped Orlando women and men look and feel fabulous using innovative yet proven surgical and nonsurgical options. As a well-respected plastic surgeon, Dr. Soto is a member of leading professional associations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and The Aesthetic Society.
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These procedures have different purposes. Tummy tucks are usually reserved for patients who have stretched, loose skin in the lower abdomen as a result of pregnancy or obesity. Liposuction, on the other hand, is best for those who want to remove excess fat in the abdomen but still have a healthy skin tone and muscles that have not been stretched apart. During the initial consultation, Dr. Soto will provide a thorough assessment and determine if liposuction alone is all that is needed, or if a tummy tuck will provide the best results.
Yes, Dr. Soto combines tummy tucks with breast enhancement procedures, such as breast augmentation, a breast lift, or breast revision, to improve the overall look and feel of the body. This combination type surgery is known as a mommy makeover because it is popular among women who wish to regain their pre-baby look after pregnancy and breastfeeding.
While scars are unavoidable with any surgery, Dr. Soto takes extra measures to make sure that tummy tuck scarring is minimal and placed in areas that can be concealed by undergarments. Previous C-section scars will be removed and replaced by the tummy tuck scar, which will be lower in placement. During the healing process, we will provide a post-operative protocol that includes scar treatment to help assist the scars in becoming less visible over time.
Tummy tuck surgery will have no impact on your ability to become pregnant. However, we recommend that women who decide to have more children delay a tummy tuck procedure until their family is complete. The stretching of the skin as a result of another pregnancy can reduce the positive outcome of this procedure.
Yes, it is ideal to be within 10 to 15 pounds of your goal weight. A tummy tuck is not weight loss surgery. Dr. Soto recommends that patients are close to the weight they want to maintain before tummy tuck surgery. If your weight fluctuates significantly after surgery, it can compromise the results.
Patients typically lose between 1 to 3 sizes after a tummy tuck. While the difference in pounds you lose may not be significant, you can expect your newly contoured body fit into smaller clothing sizes.
No. An extended tummy tuck removes skin all the way around the abdomen. A lower body lift extends the extended tummy tuck by lifting and tightening the thighs and buttocks.
Dr. Armando Soto's holistic approach to combined body contouring and nonsurgical treatments blends surgical and nonsurgical techniques for unparalleled results. By stacking treatments, he safely delivers transformative results while minimizing invasiveness and recovery time.
If you struggle with excess skin and fat, Dr. Soto can help you tone and contour your midsection. To learn more about tummy tuck surgery in the Orlando, FL, area, request a consultation online or call (407) 218-4550.
