As a double board-certified, Harvard-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Randall O. Craft brings elite training and a meticulous, patient-first approach to abdominoplasty. At CraftMD in Phoenix, every tummy tuck is tailored to your anatomy and goals. Uniting surgical precision with aesthetic artistry to deliver safe, natural-looking results grounded in proven techniques.
What a Tummy Tuck Really Does
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes excess skin and repairs weakened or separated abdominal muscles. For many patients, especially after pregnancy or major weight loss, this restores a smoother contour that diet and exercise alone can’t achieve. Dr. Craft’s technique focuses on proportion, balance, and careful incision placement for outcomes that look refined in and out of clothing.
Beyond Aesthetics: Health Benefits Patients Often Notice
While abdominoplasty enhances your silhouette, many patients also experience functional improvements after muscle repair and tailored contouring. Benefits can include the following:
- Reduced abdominal bulge from diastasis recti
- Improved core stability and posture
- Decreased low-back discomfort related to weak core support
- Better control of stress urinary incontinence in select candidates
- Relief from clothing irritation around the C-section scar bulges
- Easier, more efficient workouts and daily movement
Core Repair and Diastasis Recti
Pregnancy and weight changes can separate the rectus muscles, weakening core support. Repairing this separation can restore abdominal wall function and improve the way force transfers through the abdomen and chest areas. Patients frequently report feeling “held” through the midsection again, which is helpful for lifting, balance, and overall body mechanics.
Posture, Back Comfort, and Mobility
When the core stabilizes the spine effectively, posture often improves. Many patients find routine tasks such as standing, carrying children, or exercising feel more comfortable. While a tummy tuck is not a treatment for spinal conditions, better core support can reduce compensatory strain that contributes to day-to-day back discomfort.
Support for Urinary Incontinence
For some patients with stress urinary incontinence, abdominoplasty that includes muscle repair may offer improvement by enhancing abdominal wall support and pressure dynamics. During your consultation, Dr. Craft will discuss candidacy and whether collaborative care with pelvic-floor specialists would optimize your results.
Hernia and C-Section Scar Concerns
Abdominoplasty is not designed to treat hernias, but in carefully selected cases, Dr. Craft may coordinate with appropriate specialists to address concerns during a single surgical plan. A tummy tuck can also smooth the contour changes that occur around C-section scars, reducing inward “tethering” that shows through clothing.
Better Exercise Efficiency
With excess skin reduced and the abdominal wall reinforced, many patients find that movement feels lighter and training more productive. While results vary, the combination of improved mechanics and confidence often supports sustainable, healthy activity, which is essential to maintaining your outcome long-term.
A Cornerstone of the Mommy Makeover
A tummy tuck is one of the most common procedures in a Mommy Makeover at CraftMD. It pairs seamlessly with a breast lift or augmentation and targeted liposuction to restore proportion after pregnancy. Dr. Craft customizes each plan around your anatomy, lifestyle, and goals to achieve cohesive, natural-looking results in one thoughtfully staged approach.
Who’s an Ideal Candidate?
The best candidates are healthy non-smokers who can maintain a stable weight and have realistic goals. If loose skin, a stubborn abdominal bulge, or diastasis recti affect your comfort or confidence, a personalized evaluation with Dr. Craft will help determine whether a mini, standard, or circumferential approach best fits your needs.
How Dr. Craft Tailors Your Procedure
During a private consultation, Dr. Craft assesses your anatomy and medical history, then designs a plan that may include muscle repair and selective liposuction for refined contouring. Incisions are placed low along the bikini line whenever appropriate. The goal is a smooth, balanced abdomen that harmonizes with your waist and hips.
Recovery You Can Plan For
Most patients wear a compression garment and limit lifting for several weeks as swelling resolves and repairs heal. Many return to non-strenuous work in 10–14 days and gradually resume exercise per guidance. You’ll receive detailed instructions and close follow-up to support a safe, smooth recovery and long-lasting results.
Redefining Plastic Surgery in Phoenix
Tummy Tuck at CraftMD
Dr. Craft’s combination of advanced training, surgical precision, and aesthetic sensibility sets a high bar for safety and results. From pre-operative planning to post-operative care, our team emphasizes communication, comfort, and elegantly natural outcomes. This reflects CraftMD’s philosophy: take yourself forward with confidence.
Start Your Transformation
If you’re considering a tummy tuck for aesthetic refinements, functional benefits, or as part of a comprehensive Mommy Makeover, CraftMD is here to guide you with expertise and compassion. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Randall O. Craft in Phoenix to explore a personalized plan that supports your health, your confidence, and your goals.
