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Standard Full Abdominoplasty - this is the most common form of abdominoplasty. It involves an incision from hip to hip, removing the excess skin, plication (tightening) of the abdominal wall, and making a new opening for the umbilicus.

High Lateral Tension Abdominoplasty - this is a most common type of surgery for the massive weight loss patient. The incision here extends more laterally into the flank area. This is ideal for the patient who has skin rolls that extend around towards the lower back. This surgery can be combined with liposuction of the thighs to dramatically recontour the anterior and lateral thigh areas as well. The liposuction allows the thigh skin to be elevated.

Fleur De Lys - this is a more extensive operation than the standard full abdominoplasty. It includes a vertical excision of abdominal skin. This allows for improved contouring of the flanks. The final scar is an inverted T. It is an ideal procedure for patients who have had an open gastric bypass because they already have a vertical abdominal scar.