Three techniques
Three techniques A full tummy tuck addresses the whole abdomen. A mini focuses below the navel with a shorter incision. An extended also targets the flanks and love handles.
Body Contouring · Farmington Hills, Michigan
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Transform your silhouette with an abdominoplasty by Dr. Michelle Hardaway, a board-certified Michigan Plastic Surgeon.
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- QUAD A Accredited
- 20+ Years in Michigan
- Excess skin and fat removed, abdominal muscles tightened
- Full, mini or extended — matched to what you need
- Performed by Dr. Hardaway herself, 20+ years in Michigan
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American Board of Plastic Surgery
QUAD A Accredited Surgical Center
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
20+ Years in Michigan
At a glance
What an Abdominoplasty Involves
A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, improves the appearance of the abdomen. Excess skin and fat are removed and the abdominal muscles are tightened, producing a flatter, smoother and more toned abdominal profile. It also repairs the stretching of muscle and tissue that occurs with pregnancy.
Muscle repair, not just skin
Muscle repair, not just skin Separated vertical abdominal muscles are stitched together in the midline, which is what gives a flatter, firmer profile rather than a tighter surface.
Under general anesthesia
Under general anesthesia The surgery is performed under general anesthesia, so you are asleep for the procedure and monitored throughout by the surgical team.
What to expect
Your Abdominoplasty, Step by Step
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Incisions and muscle repair
Under general anesthesia, Dr. Hardaway makes a horizontal incision just above the pubic area and a circular incision around the belly button to free it from the surrounding skin. The abdominal skin is separated from the underlying tissue to reveal the vertical abdominal muscles, which are stitched together in the midline where they have separated.
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Removal and reshaping
Excess fat, skin and tissue are removed from the abdomen and sides, and the remaining skin is pulled taut and stitched, creating a slimmer waistline. In some cases liposuction is used alongside to remove stubborn fat deposits.
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Closing
The belly button is then repositioned and stitched into place through the circular incision, and dressings are applied over the incisions.
In their words
Hear From Dr. Hardaway and Her Patients
Michelle Hardaway, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Hardaway performs your abdominoplasty herself, at her own accredited surgical center in Farmington Hills. During your consultation she will review your health and surgical history to determine if a tummy tuck is the best option for you.
- Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.)
- Former Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Detroit Receiving Hospital
- Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at Wayne State University School of Medicine
Financing
At our practice in Michigan, we understand that cosmetic surgery can be a major investment. That’s why we’re committed to working with you to make your procedure affordable.
We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards. We also offer financing plans through reputable medical lending companies like CareCredit that allow you to pay for your procedure over time with fixed monthly payments. These plans are easy to apply for and often have special financing offers with no upfront costs, no prepayment penalties, and no annual fees.
Financing is offered by third-party lenders. Approval, terms and any promotional offer are determined by the lender, not by the practice.
Questions
Common Questions
Our team reviews your request and contacts you with a date and time confirmation for your consultation.
A full tummy tuck uses an incision from hip to hip above the pubic area, removes loose skin, tightens the abdominal muscles and repositions the belly button. A mini uses a shorter incision, addresses only the area below the navel and does not reposition the belly button. An extended uses a longer incision that also targets the flanks and love handles.
At The Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Laser Center, 27920 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 — Dr. Hardaway’s own QUAD A accredited surgical center.
That is what the consultation is for. Dr. Hardaway reviews your health and surgical history in person, examines you, and tells you whether an abdominoplasty is the best option for you. Suitability is decided in person, never from a form.
We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards. We also offer financing plans through medical lending companies like CareCredit that allow you to pay over time with fixed monthly payments, subject to their approval. These plans often have special financing offers with no upfront costs, no prepayment penalties and no annual fees.
Most patients can expect recovery to last two to four weeks . The first week is the most restrictive, with pain, swelling and bruising, and you will need help with daily tasks. In the second week mobility returns, swelling starts subsiding, non-dissolving sutures come out around 10 to 14 days , and desk work is often possible. Weeks three and four bring a significant improvement in comfort, light exercise such as walking, and a return to a normal routine for most people by the end of the fourth week. Individual experiences vary and this is not instruction for your case. Attend every follow-up appointment; Dr. Hardaway monitors your recovery and gives you your own plan.
Sometimes. In some cases liposuction is used during the tummy tuck to remove stubborn fat deposits alongside the skin and tissue removal. Whether that applies to you is decided by Dr. Hardaway based on your own needs and goals.
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