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Circumferential Tummy Tuck

Circumferential Tummy Tuck in Indianapolis & Carmel

Comprehensive body contouring designed to address excess skin and reshape the abdomen, waistline, flanks, and lower back.

At My Plastic Surgery Group, we take a personalized approach to circumferential tummy tuck surgery, helping patients achieve smoother, more balanced body contours following pregnancy, significant weight loss, or changes in skin elasticity over time. Unlike a traditional tummy tuck that focuses primarily on the front of the abdomen, a circumferential tummy tuck treats the entire midsection, including the abdomen, flanks, and lower back, for more comprehensive contouring results.

This advanced body contouring procedure is commonly chosen by patients with loose or hanging skin around the waistline that cannot be improved through diet and exercise alone. By removing excess skin and reshaping the torso circumferentially, patients can achieve improved body proportions, a more defined waistline, and a silhouette that better reflects the progress they have worked hard to achieve.

Our surgeons prioritize individualized surgical planning, thoughtful incision placement, and natural looking contouring while supporting patients through every stage of the recovery process.

Circumferential tummy tuck pricing typically ranges from $17,000–$22,000 depending on surgical complexity, anatomy, and individualized treatment planning. A consultation is required to provide a customized surgical quote.

Circumferential Tummy Tuck Procedure Details

A circumferential tummy tuck, also referred to as a 360 tummy tuck or lower body lift, is a more comprehensive body contouring procedure designed to address excess skin and tissue around the abdomen, waistline, flanks, and lower back. Unlike a traditional tummy tuck that focuses primarily on the front of the abdomen, a circumferential approach improves contour around the entire lower torso for more balanced, circumferential refinement.

Many patients seek circumferential tummy tuck surgery following pregnancy, significant weight loss, or changes in skin elasticity when excess skin and tissue extend beyond the abdomen to the hips, flanks, or lower back. This procedure may help improve body contour, waistline definition, clothing fit, and overall body proportion while creating a smoother transition between the abdomen, waist, and lower body.

Depending on the patient’s anatomy and surgical plan, a circumferential tummy tuck may also provide improvement in the appearance of the outer thighs and buttocks through circumferential skin tightening and contouring techniques. Our surgeons focus on natural looking body contouring results with individualized treatment planning and thoughtful incision placement.

Common Concerns Addressed by Circumferential Tummy Tuck Surgery

A circumferential tummy tuck may help improve concerns such as:

  • Excess abdominal skin
  • Loose skin extending around the waistline or lower back
  • Skin laxity following pregnancy or weight loss
  • Lower body contour imbalance
  • Difficulty with clothing fit
  • Circumferential skin excess
  • Stretching of the abdominal wall

Who May Be a Candidate?

Circumferential tummy tuck surgery is often best suited for patients experiencing excess skin and tissue around the entire lower torso that cannot be improved through diet and exercise alone. Many candidates are near a stable goal weight and are seeking more comprehensive contour improvement than a traditional tummy tuck alone can provide.

During consultation, your surgeon will carefully evaluate your anatomy, skin quality, goals, and recovery considerations to determine whether circumferential tummy tuck surgery may be appropriate for your body contouring needs.

Recovery & Surgical Planning

Because circumferential tummy tuck surgery addresses multiple areas of the lower body simultaneously, recovery is generally more extensive than a standard tummy tuck procedure. Temporary swelling, tightness, activity restrictions, and compression garments are expected during the healing process.

Our team provides detailed postoperative guidance and individualized recovery planning designed to support patient comfort, healing, and long-term contour results.

Schedule a Consultation

If you have any questions about a circumferential tummy tuck surgery in Indianapolis or would like to book a consultation, please contact My Plastic Surgery Group today. Our skilled team can help you get the sculpted body you have always desired.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A standard tummy tuck focuses on improving the front of the abdomen by removing excess skin, tightening abdominal muscles, and creating a flatter stomach contour. A circumferential tummy tuck, also known as a body lift or 360 tummy tuck, extends around the waistline to address the abdomen, flanks, hips, and lower back for more comprehensive body contouring. This approach is often recommended for patients after major weight loss or for those seeking a more complete transformation of the midsection and waist.
Yes. A circumferential tummy tuck or lower body lift can improve the appearance of the lower back, outer thighs, and buttocks in addition to the abdomen. By removing excess skin and tightening tissue around the entire waistline, the procedure can create a natural lifting effect to the buttocks and improve overall body contour. The goal is to achieve a smoother, more balanced transition from the front, sides, and back for a more complete and proportional result.
Recovery after a circumferential tummy tuck or lower body lift is typically longer than recovery from a standard tummy tuck because the procedure addresses the entire midsection, including the abdomen, flanks, and lower back. Most patients require additional time for swelling, soreness, and mobility to improve before returning to normal activities. Our team provides detailed recovery instructions, close post-operative follow-up, and structured recovery planning to help patients heal as safely, comfortably, and smoothly as possible throughout the process.
A circumferential tummy tuck scar extends around the lower torso to address the abdomen, flanks, hips, and lower back. While the incision is more extensive than a standard tummy tuck, it is carefully placed low enough to be concealed beneath most underwear, swimwear, and clothing. Our approach prioritizes strategic incision placement, meticulous surgical technique, and post-operative scar care to help optimize healing and support the best possible scar appearance over time.
Yes. Smoking, vaping, and all nicotine products must be stopped before a circumferential tummy tuck or lower body lift. Nicotine significantly decreases blood flow and oxygen supply to healing tissues, which increases the risk of poor wound healing, infection, skin loss, delayed recovery, and more noticeable scarring after surgery. Because a circumferential tummy tuck involves a larger incision and more extensive healing, avoiding nicotine is especially important for patient safety and optimal results. Patients are typically required to remain nicotine-free for several weeks before and after surgery as directed by their surgeon.
Good candidates for a 360 tummy tuck, also known as a circumferential tummy tuck or lower body lift, are patients with excess skin and tissue around the entire waistline, including the abdomen, flanks, hips, and lower back. This procedure is especially common after significant weight loss or pregnancy when loose skin cannot be improved through diet and exercise alone. Ideal candidates are typically at or near a stable goal weight, in good overall health, and looking for more comprehensive body contouring results. During your consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your anatomy, skin quality, and goals to determine whether a 360 tummy tuck is the best approach for your transformation.

Meet Dr. Aker

Dr. Aker, an Indianapolis plastic surgeon affiliated with several area hospitals, has lectured and is published widely on a variety of plastic surgery topics. Dr. Aker brought several new techniques in cosmetic surgery to Indianapolis and Carmel including the endoscopic breast augmentation (“endo aug”) and Asian eyelid surgery.

Meet Dr. Beckman

After receiving her medical degree with honors, Dr. Beckman was selected for a highly competitive integrated plastic surgery residency position at Rutgers University, where she rigorously trained in both aesthetic and complex reconstructive plastic surgery for six years. During residency, she developed a strong passion for plastic surgery education and research. She earned several teaching and clinical excellence awards and served as Chief Resident in her final year.

After residency, Dr. Beckman was selected for an aesthetic plastic surgery fellowship position at H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery, one of the nation’s premier aesthetic plastic surgery practices. This additional year gives her the unique opportunity to learn from some of the most recognized names in aesthetic plastic surgery and to train with the most innovative procedures and products available.

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