Abdominoplasty

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) in Beverly Hills

An abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is one of the most transformative body contouring procedures available today. At her Beverly Hills practice, Dr. Kriya Gishen combines Ivy League surgical training with an artist's eye for proportion and contour to deliver beautifully sculpted, natural-looking results. Whether you are seeking to restore your pre-pregnancy figure or refine your silhouette after significant weight loss, Dr. Kriya's approach to abdominoplasty in Beverly Hills is designed to give you a flat, toned abdomen and a gracefully curved waistline.

What Is Abdominoplasty?

An abdominoplasty involves the removal of excess skin and soft tissue from the abdomen, combined with tightening of the underlying abdominal wall musculature. This procedure is an excellent option for patients with a significant amount of loose skin after pregnancy or weight loss. It can be performed in conjunction with abdominal liposuction to create a flat abdomen and curvy waistline. An abdominoplasty is often performed alongside breast augmentation or a breast lift as part of a "mommy makeover." If the incision is carried across the flanks and back to remove excess tissue in those areas, the procedure is known as a belt lipectomy.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Tummy Tuck?

Ideal candidates for abdominoplasty in Beverly Hills include:

• Post-pregnancy patients with stretched abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) and loose skin that diet and exercise cannot resolve
• Weight loss patients who have achieved a stable weight but are left with excess hanging skin around the midsection
• Patients seeking body contouring who want a flatter, more defined abdominal profile
• Non-smokers in good overall health with realistic expectations about surgical outcomes

Dr. Kriya's Artistic Approach to Abdominoplasty

What sets Dr. Kriya apart is her fine arts and sculpture background, which she brings to every procedure. Trained at Ivy League institutions and fellowship-trained at UCLA in craniofacial surgery, Dr. Kriya understands the human form at the deepest level. She meticulously plans each abdominoplasty to ensure incisions are placed low and discreetly, the navel is naturally repositioned, and the waistline is sculpted with harmonious curves. When combined with liposuction, she uses her contouring expertise to blend and etch the transition zones for a toned, athletic result.

What to Expect: Tummy Tuck Recovery in Beverly Hills

Recovery from abdominoplasty typically involves:

• First 1–2 weeks: Rest at home with limited activity. Surgical drains may be placed and are usually removed within the first week or two. A compression garment is worn to reduce swelling and support the healing tissues.
• Weeks 2–4: Light daily activities can gradually resume. Most patients return to desk work within 2–3 weeks.
• Weeks 4–6: Moderate exercise may begin as cleared by Dr. Kriya. Swelling continues to diminish.
• 3–6 months: Final results become visible as the tissues settle, scars mature, and the full contour emerges.

Dr. Kriya and her team provide comprehensive postoperative care instructions and are available throughout your recovery to ensure the best possible outcome.

Why Choose Dr. Kriya Gishen for Abdominoplasty in Beverly Hills

Dr. Kriya Gishen is an Ivy League-trained, UCLA fellowship-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon who brings a rare combination of surgical precision and artistic vision to every abdominoplasty she performs. Her background in fine arts and sculpture allows her to approach body contouring as both a science and an art form, delivering results that look and feel natural.

From her Beverly Hills office at 9730 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 200, Dr. Kriya offers personalized consultations to develop a surgical plan tailored to your unique anatomy and goals. She also performs complementary procedures including liposuction and fat grafting, arm and thigh lifts, and breast reduction for comprehensive body transformation.

Schedule your consultation with Dr. Kriya Gishen — call (310) 890-7262