A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the muscles of the abdominal wall. This makes it possible to improve the contours of your abdomen, flatten your lower back, remove excess skin on your abdomen, and tighten up your abdominal muscles.
The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia, which means you will be asleep and pain-free during the operation. It takes about two hours to complete and can be performed as an outpatient procedure in most cases.
Avelar tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that reshapes the abdomen. It corrects excess skin and fat, tightens the muscles in the abdomen, and improves the contour of the belly button. An Avelar tummy tuck is an outpatient procedure that takes about two hours to complete. The surgery can be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. The incision for an Avelar tummy tuck is made at the umbilicus (belly button), and it extends horizontally across the lower abdomen. After surgery, patients will have to wear compression garments for several weeks to help their bodies heal properly.
An avelar tummy tuck is a procedure that involves removing excess fat and skin from around the waist and abdomen, then tightening the muscles. The procedure is most commonly done on women who have had children, but it can also be done in cases of extreme weight loss or gain.
The procedure takes about two hours and requires general anesthesia. It takes about three to five days for the patient to recover from surgery.
If you are interested in learning more about how this procedure can help you look better after pregnancy or weight loss, please contact our office today!
The Avelar tummy tuck, or Avelar abdominoplasty, is an innovative technique that combines two of the most popular and effective body contouring procedures performed today: liposuction and abdominoplasty. This comprehensive technique simultaneously addresses unwanted abdominal fat and loose, sagging skin on the belly.
Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Anthony Miller is proud to offer a wide range of advanced cosmetic procedures to help you achieve the trim, toned physique you desire, including the Avelar tummy tuck. He understands the sophisticated aesthetic tastes of his patients, and is committed to providing results that are elegant, balanced, and natural-looking.
Why Consider the Avelar Tummy Tuck?
If you struggle with excess fat around your midsection and loose abdominal skin and muscles, the Avelar tummy tuck may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Here’s what you need to know:
- It’s drain-free: While traditional abdominoplasty typically requires post-operative drains during the recovery process, this is not the case with the Avelar tummy tuck. By combining abdominoplasty with liposuction, the need for drains is eliminated.
- Recovery is quicker: Not only does the layered suturing technique in Avelar abdominoplasty allow for a quicker recovery, it is an outpatient procedure, which means you can recuperate in the comfort of your home.
- The incision is shorter: The shorter incision made during the Avelar tummy tuck means less pain, less scarring, and less risk of complications after the procedure.
- No more love handles: Full tummy tucks are great at providing a firmer, more contoured abdomen, but troublesome areas of unwanted fat aren’t always fully addressed. By including liposuction in the technique, Avelar abdominoplasty removes more fat from common problem areas, like love handles, to create a more attractive result.
Will the Avelar Tummy Tuck Help Me Lose Weight?
No. The Avelar tummy tuck, like any type of body contouring procedure, is intended to sculpt and improve your contours, not serve as weight loss surgery. Ideal candidates for the procedure are at or near their target weight. During your consultation at Orange County Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Miller will assess your physical condition, answer your questions, and determine your candidacy for surgery.
What’s an Avelar Tummy Tuck & Are You a Good Candidate?
If you’ve already started research your tummy tuck options, you may have come across information about a particular surgical technique called the Avelar tummy tuck. Use this as a guide to help you understand the differences between an Avelar tummy tuck and traditional abdominoplasty, and to see if you could be a good candidate for this procedure.
What Is the Avelar Tummy Tuck Technique?
The Avelar tummy tuck was first developed in the 1990s by a Brazilian surgeon by the name of Dr. Juarez M. Avelar. This technique is considered to be a more modern approach to a traditional tummy tuck, and typically offers a number of key advantages like a shorter incision and quicker healing time*.
The main differences between the Avelar tummy tuck and a traditional abdominoplasty are that the Avelar technique combines liposuction and abdominoplasty into one procedure and does not require the use of post-surgical drains.
Who Is the Best Candidate for an Avelar Tummy Tuck?
Anyone who is a good candidate for a regular tummy tuck is typically also a good candidate for the Avelar technique*.
Because the Avelar tummy tuck is simply a more modern and refined version of a regular tummy tuck procedure, it can be a good option for most women who are bothered by the appearance of loose skin or muscle tissue and small pockets of stubborn fat in the abdominal area*.
If the Avelar tummy tuck sounds like a cosmetic surgery option you’d be interested in, make sure you choose a cosmetic surgeon who has experience performing this type of procedure.
Avelar Tummy Tuck Prices
Surgical prices include surgeon fees, anesthesia fees, and operating room fees. Your surgical coordinator will discuss the cost of your cosmetic procedure, as well as payment options and insurance details when applicable during your private consultation.
The below prices reflect an upfront cash discount. Pricing for all procedures is subject to change and varies from patient to patient. The below prices are not a guarantee and are not binding. Prices change regularly as our costs change daily.
Facial Procedures
Brow Lift $5,995
Blepharoplasty (Upper or Lower Eyelids) $4,285
Blepharoplasty (Upper and Lower Eyelids) $6,595
Blepharocanthoplasty (Lower Lids and Tightening) $5,935
Buccal Fat Removal $5,995
Bullhorn Lip Lift $6,995
Facelift $11,995
Midface $7,599
Extended (Standard plus Midface) $14,995
Full Face Laser (CO2 Laser) $5,995
Laser Facelift
One Session (Face Only) $1500
One Session (Face & Neck) $2500
Three Sessions (Face Only) $4000
Three Sessions (Face & Neck) $6000
Cheek Implants $6,995
Chin Implant $4,995
Otoplasty (Ear Pinning) $5,995
Earlobe Reconstruction $4,995
Rhinoplasty & Septoplasty $8,995
Neck Lift $6,995
Chin Reduction $8,995
Forehead Reduction $9,995
Instalift $4,000
Swiftlift $9,995
Mole Removal starts at $500
Lip Augmentation $5,000
Body Procedures
Abdominoplasty (Standard Tummy Tuck) $7,485
Abdominoplasty (Avelar Tummy Tuck) $7,485
Reverse Abdominoplasty (Reverse Tummy Tuck) $12,995
Mini $6,995
Mommy Makeover Varies
Mons Pubis Lift $3,500
Muscle Repair $1,150
Thigh Lift $8,995
Arm Lift $8,995
Gynecomastia $7,485
Gluteal Implants $12,995
Non-Surgical Brazilian Butt Lift $4,000
Zombie Non-Surgical Brazilian Butt Lift $6,000
Pectoral Implants Varies
Scar Revision Varies
Lift Procedures
Complete Body Lift (Abdominoplasty, Posterior Body Lift and Outer Thigh Lift) $16,995
Posterior Body Lift $7,985
Possible Areas for Liposuction
Abdomen Upper
Abdomen Lower
Hips
Waist
Butt
Inner Thighs
Outer Thighs
Buccal (Cheek)
Knees
Neck
Arms
Bra Roll
Upper Back
Midback
Lower Back
Hair & Scalp Restoration
Minor Scalp Reduction $4,250
Major Scalp Reduction $6,250
Scalp Expander / Procedure $7,500
Beard Transplant $21/graft
Neograft $6/graft + $350 setup fee
FUE Hair Transplant $6/ graft + $350 set up fee
Plasma Only (6 Treatments)
Starting at $3,000
Plasma + ACell (6 Plasma Treatments)
Starting at $3,500
Plasma + ACell (Single Treatment)
Starting at $2,000
Miscellaneous Services
Non-Procedure Related Office Visit $100
Injections
One promotion honored at each visit for injections and may not be combined with any other offers.
Silikon-1000 Injection (per session) $3,000
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty $1,800
PDO Thread Lift
Brow
Regular: $900
Extended: $1200
Midface (cheeks, nasolabial folds)
Regular: $1300
Extended: $1600
Jowls/Jawline
Regular: $1300
Extended: $1600
Full Face (PDO facelift)
Regular: $3500
Extended: $4400
Liquid Facelift Varies
Botox 30 Unit Package $299*
Botox 20 Unit Package $219*
Individual Botox Units: $14/unit
BOTOX For Hyperhidrosis (Full Face) 100 Units $1300
BOTOX For Hyperhidrosis (Palms) 100 Units $1300
BOTOX For Hyperhidrosis (Underarms) 100 Units $1300
Dysport 90 Unit Package $299
Dysport 60 Unit Package $219
Individual Dysport Units: $14/unit
Xeomin 30 Unit Package $299
Xeomin 20 Unit Package $219
Individual Xeomin Units: $14/unit
Jeuveau/Newtox 30 Units $299
Jeuveau/Newtox 20 Units $219
Individual Jeuveau/Newtox Units: $14/unit
*Unit Packages valid once every 90 days.
Non-Surgical Liposuction Starting at $700
Restylane-L Starting at $489
Restylane-Silk Starting at $525
Restylane-Lyft Starting at $525
Restylane-Refyne Starting at $550
Restylane-Defyne Starting at $550
Restylane Kysse Starting at $575
Restylane Contour Starting at $575
Restylane Eyelight Filler Starting at $999
Juvederm Ultra Starting at $525
Juvederm Ultra Plus Starting at $550
Juvederm Voluma Starting at$850
Radiesse 1.5mL Starting at $800
Sculptra (Each Vial) Starting at $700
Kybella (Each Vial) Starting at $530
Juvederm Vollure (Each Vial) Starting at $850
Bellafill 1 Syringe $1200
Dissolving Filler $700
Tear Trough (under eyes) Starting at $900
Cheek Filler Starting at $525
Chin Filler Starting at $525
Jawline Filler Starting at $550
Lip Filler
Add $100 to injector pricing for lip fillers with Dr. Khezri
Restylane-L Starting at $489
Restylane Silk Starting at $525
Restylane Refyne Starting at $550
Restylane Defyne Starting at $550
Restylane Lyft Starting at $525
Restylane Kysse Starting at $575
Juvederm Ultra Starting at $525
Juvederm Ultra Plus Starting at $550
Juvederm Volbella $950
Weight Loss
Semaglutide
$575/month (injection) (includes medication, all supplies necessary, diet & exercise plan, and the consultation with monthly follow up appointments)
$700/month (tablet) (includes medication, all supplies necessary, diet & exercise plan, and the consultation with monthly follow up appointments)
Breast Procedures
Saline Breast Augmentation $4,995
Breast Augmentation Revision $5,995
Silicone Breast Implant Option + $1,500
Gummy Bear Round Implant Option + $2,500
Gummy Bear Anatomical Implant Option + $3,500
Breast Augmentation w/ Lift $10,995
Breast Lift $8,995
Breast Reduction $8,995
En Bloc Implant Removal with Capsular Resection $8,500
Nipple Reduction $3,995
Areola Reduction $7,995
Inverted Nipple Repair $3,995
Liposuction & Fat Transfer
First Area $2,995
Each Additional Area $1,999
Add Fat Transfer to Face $4,995
Add Fat Transfer to Breasts $4,000
Brazilian Butt (Incl. 1 area of Liposuction) $4,995
Vaser High Definition $1,700
Renuvion Skin Tightening $4,000
SmartLipo $1,700
Transgender Services
Chest Reconstruction $8,500
Breast Augmentation $4,995
Silicone Breast Implant Option + $1,500
Gummy Bear Round Implant Option + $2,500
Gummy Bear Anatomical Implant Option + $3,500
Facial Fat Transfer (Incl. 1 area of Liposuction) Variable
Rhino/Septoplasty $8,995
Tracheal Shave $7,995
Body Contouring Variable
Facial Feminization Variable
Frontal Bone Reduction $8,995
Chin Implant $4,995
Chin Reduction $8,995
Hairline Feminization $8,995
Grafts
$6 per graft
Medical Spa Services
Spa Facial $120
Rain Facial
Monsoon $147
Tsunami $149
Extractions $75
Oxygen Facial Single Treatment $199
Dermaplaning $199
Ultrasound Lymphatic Drainage (6 massages) $400
Ultrasound Lymphatic Drainage (Non-Patient) (6 massages) $1200
Ultrasound Lymphatic Drainage (Non-Patient) (16 massages) $3000
Microdermabrasion – (Package of 3) $400
Chemical Peel (One peel) $175
VI Peel (One peel) $350
Zombie Carbon Laser Peel Single Treatment $175
Microneedling Full Face (Single Treatment) $300
Microneedling Full Face (Package of 3) $697
Microneedling with Plasma Full Face (Single Treatment) $525
Microneedling with Plasma Full Face (Package of 3) $1,395
Radiofrequency Microneedling (Single Treatment) $400
Radiofrequency Microneedling (Package of 3) $1,100
Radiofrequency Microneedling With Plasma (Single Treatment) $500
Radiofrequency Microneedling Plasma (Package of 3) $1,400
Add Ons
Add neck, décolleté, hands, back $100
Add neck $100
Oxygen Facial $199
Glow Up Package (3 microneedling sessions + 3 chemical peels) $950
Add neck $299
Upgrade to Plasma $450
Pre-Event Glam Package (1 Chemical Peel, 1 Microneedling, 1 Dermaplaning, Choice of 1 Rain Facial OR Oxygen Facial) $599
Add Plasma $150
Make It Rain Package (3 Rain Facials, 1 Dermaplaning, Choice of 1 Enzyme Peel OR 1 Zombie Carbon Laser Peel) $699
IPL Photofacial (Single Treatment) $399
IPL Photofacial (Package of 3) $1,050
Neck or Decollete Add-On $399 per session
Arms $1,000
Hands (Single Session) $299
Hands (3 Sessions) $600
Fraxel Restore (Package of 3) $1700
Fraxel Single Treatment $600
Tattoo Removal Per Business Card Sized Area $99
Laser Hair Removal
Small Area $119 (Upper or Lower Lip, chin, areola) – Four Treatments
Medium Area $299 (Underarm, bikini, cheeks) –Four Treatments
Large area $429 (Neck, feet, lower leg, upper leg, Brazilian, lower back, upper back, chest) –Four Treatments
Mini Tummy Tuck
A mini tummy tuck is the same procedure as a full tummy tuck, just performed on a patient with less fat and skin to remove. (“Mini” refers to the amount of fat and skin removed.) During a mini tummy tuck, Dr. Ortiz will make a small incision similar to the incision made during a cesarean section. Through this incision, he tightens loose muscles, removes excess fat, and removes excess skin to flatten and smooth your abdominal wall.
The incision, typically just a few inches long, will be made along your bikini line. Scars from this procedure are small and easily concealed by underwear and swimwear. There is also less scarring because, unlike a full tummy tuck, your belly button will not be moved or reconstructed.
Is This Procedure Right for Me?
If you’re in good physical health, are done having children, have minimal-moderate excess skin, and have a small amount of excess belly fat, you are probably a good candidate for a mini tummy tuck.
It’s also important that you have realistic expectations regarding the procedure. You should remember that tummy tucks, whether they are mini or full, are not weight loss procedures. They are body contouring procedures, designed to make your abdomen sleeker and more streamlined. You shouldn’t expect to lose a significant amount of weight with any tummy tuck.
Getting a Mini Tummy Tuck
The first step in getting a mini tummy tuck is scheduling your consultation with Dr. Ortiz. In this consultation, he’ll discuss your goals and the procedure with you to help you make sure it’s the right choice for you. He’ll answer any questions you have and give you a quote for the total cost of your procedure.
If you decide to move forward, you’ll schedule your appointment and either pay in full or arrange for financing.
On the day of your surgery, you should plan to be at North Raleigh Plastic Surgery for 3 ½ – 4 hours. The procedure typically takes 1-3 hours and the remaining time will be spent preparing you for surgery and then preparing you to go home after surgery.
You should arrange for someone to drive you home from the clinic after your surgery. You will be coming out of anesthesia and on painkillers, so you will be unable to drive.
Recovery will require you to stay bent at the waistline for 2 weeks. You will have a draining tube for one week, and wear a compression garment for 6 weeks. Should be able to stand up straight after 2 weeks. We recommend that most patients take at least two weeks off of work and limit their physical activity for around 6 weeks.
You’ll have three post-op appointments with Dr. Ortiz to monitor your recovery and give you clearance to resume physical activity when the time is right.