Charlotte Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“Brand New Me - Gastonia, NC”

I am a proud mommy of 4 (ages 9,8, and twins that are 4) I am goin in for my surgery on the 25th and I'm really nervous! Ever since the twins my tummy has been shot! I will be going in for a full tummy tuck with lipo in the hips and and thighs with will be placed in my rear to help lift back this 38 year old sagging booty! I'm really excited to have a brand new me yet I'm scared out of my mind... more

“Tummy Tuck -Charlotte, NC”

I am in the waiting mode for tummy tuck. I have been wanting one since 1990 when I gave birth to my second child. I am excited but nervous at the same time. I gave up smoking as directed (that was not fun). I went for my pre op this week and was given all the supplements to take along with my compressions garments. As I get closer to the procedure the more nervous I get about my recovery time.... more

“Tummy Under Construction - Charlotte, NC”

I have four kids, and a belly to show it. I was 217 after the birth of my last child, and not happy. I worked out almost every day to get down to 165. I assumed that once I achieved my goal weight I would look normal again. That did not happen. I noticed my stomach turning into a sliding pancake. I can't do enough sit ups to make it go away. I still work out 6 days a week but, I think I need a... more

“Abdominoplasty with Lipo of Hip...”

Researched plastic surgeons in the state, looking for board certified status, and found a few to consult. I felt Dr. Kortesis was the best one for me. He asked what I expected from the surgery, made a few suggestions and was very informative. All of my questions were answered and he was straight forward regarding the recovery process. My recovery was actually was very good, probably the... more

“Upcoming TT Excited - Gastonia, NC”

I have 2 girls ages 31/2 yrs and 9 months. Did not gain a lot of weight with pregnancy. My husband want us to try for a boy and so i don't think i am quite done yet, however i don't want to keep walking around with this belly hanging and so i have made my decision and taking my chance on a TT hoping i can get by with another baby without affecting the procedure. set for a TT in march. Excited... more

“5 months post full tummy tuck with...”

I am 34 yrs old with 8 & 10 yr old daughters, both born via C section. I had been lifting weights, doing aerobics, and running up to five miles per day following the birth of my second daughter, and despite achieving a slender figure, I continued to be unhappy with the saggy skin and pouch above my C Section scar. Dr Kortesis felt that I was a great candidate for a full tummy tuck, and... more

“Whoooaaa I Can't Believe It is in a...”

Hi, I'm 45 years old and have recently lost 40lbs and hoping to lose about 20 more, but not trying to stress out about it before the surgery. I'm SO nervous about the recovery, but my girlfriend who has gone through the surgery is coming to take care of me. I'm so grateful. The only thing that makes me nervous is she is a great cook and my family may trade me in! Went to same office that... more

“1 month Post-OP”

That's my motto - Living My Life Like It's Golden! I love that song; yet I am not truly living my life as my motto says. I'm a very confident woman and pride myself on being the type of person that goes after what she wants. Getting my body - my tummy tight - has been a constant struggle - a unmet goal! I'm 43 years old, married 25 years, mother of two girls (19 and 23 years old), and I... more

“Most Amazing Doctor EVER! -...”

Dr. K has performed 3 separate procedures on me over the past two years, but you can only select one for the review.... I have actually had a breast lift, with smaller implants. I also had a tummy tuck with full back liposuction and most recently, he performed a bra line back lift along with some work on my legs. I really don't have the words to describe how much I value him as my doctor and a... more

“3 weeks after Sugery”

I have waited over 10 years to have a tummy tuck with. I turned 44 yrs old 2 days after my surgery which was August 13, 2012. I have three girls that are 16, 14, and 11. I had scheduled and cancelled the surgery about 5 times. I was scared to death. However, I hated my stomach, mainly due to liposuction indentions. The way my stomach looked kept me from enjoying the pool and beach with my... more

“Wondering if I'll Get Results? -...”

Hi Ladies: Thanks for sharing your stories. Mine is simple, I've always taken care of everyone and now I want to do something for me. I want a full tummy tuck with liposuction of back, thighs, and hips. I am not like most ladies who weigh under 200 I'm actually over 200 lbs. I'm not looking to be Barbie Doll but looking to get belly off. So ladies if you're in NC or SC please share your... more

“Tummy tuck with no lipo & thrilled...”

I am 38 years old and have 3 children ages 12, 10 and 8 months. Needless to say after 2 c-sections and a natural child birth my stomach is a mess. I have wanted to do this for years and finally decided to go through with it. I went back and forth with my decision for well over a month. After talking to my husband and a few close friends I decided to go for it. After reading so many of your... more

“Never Too Late for a Flat Stomach...”

I am 53 and have wanted a better abdomen for about 5 years now. I am very short waisted and going thru menopause has not helped the issue. I want to look better in my clothes and get my figure back. I am overweight but my plastic surgeon feels I will still get an excellent result. I want to loose maybe 15 pounds after the surgery to firm up my legs and arms. I went to my pre-op appointment... more

“My AMAZING Tummy Tuck - Huntersville, NC”

In December 2011, I went in to have a TT. After years of diet and exercise, I have managed to drop 140 #'s. I worked hard for this and am left with the chore of repairing my body from allowing myself to gain that weight. It was time to put the "mental" that Im left with due to extra skin behind me and start to move forward. My doctor, Dr Kortesis (Huntersville, NC) is AWESOME. Made me... more

“27 Year Old Mom,3 Months Post Op -...”

I had my son in december '08. He was a 10lb baby, but I also gained 80+lbs with him. I have lost 80% of the weight but my poor stomach was so stretched out. Before I had him my stomach was flat, and I had a big butt, legs. I was hourglassed shaped, or pear shaped. I was afraid my stomach would never go back the way it was so I researched and saved for a couple years before I had the... more

“6 Weeks TT PO update No More Appts!...”

Hi everyone! I am 32, 5'7 and have been wanting a TT for about 15 years now. I have finally decided that now is the time! I have a supportive spouse, I currently work from home, and not to mention a big family reunion coming up in August so I think this is perfect timing. I am hoping to get a TT done sometime this month or early next month. I am currently PS shopping and have 3 consults... more

“Outstanding Results at Hunstad...”

I had three large babies resulting in excessive skin along with thighs that rubbed. Upon consulting with the doctor, he heled me make a very important decision as to what I needed to have done. He takes his time with you making sure your questions are answered. If you do have additional questions, he will answer your email! The results of my tummy tuck and liposuction in thighs are... more

“4 months post op tummy tuck & lipo”

I am 47 yrs old, two adult children, and lots of belly flab and a smiley face belly button. Can't take it any more. Lost 35 lbs on WW last year and they say I need to lose 15 more but I have maintained this weight for a year no matter what I do so am accepting that this is it! I struggle every day with whether or not to do the TT. Glad to hear others say the same. I am scared of the... more

“Best Plastic Surgeon in Charlotte! -...”

I am so glad I went with Dr. Hunstad! He treats you and your family like you are a part of his family. He truly cares about his patients!!!! I am a mother of 2 children (ages 8 & 2.5) and at one point I weighed 200 lbs. I have worked diligently over the last 10 yrs to lose weight but when I reached 150 lbs, I noticed that although I was losing weight, I had a lot of excess skin... more

“7 Weeks Before/After Pics -Tummy...”

Over the past 2 1/2 years I have lost over 75 pounds and have decided it's time to make my clothes look as good on the outside as I feel on the inside. Two years ago I had the lap-band procedure done and it has been a great tool to help me lose weight. It is by no means easy but it helps, if you work it and follow the program. Now to deal with the tummy I have left behind. I have heard... more

“Thank You Dr. Emerson!”

I am 5 years post WLS with weight loss of 130 lbs, breast fed two children, wanted to get ride of loose skin on upper and lower abdomen and fill and lift breasts. I am thrilled with my results- I am about 4 months post op. more

“Almost 5 months since TT & lipo (no...”

Well, I tried to be very descriptive in the title. :) I'm a happily married mother of two (both via c-section). I'm 29 years old, 5'2, currently 130 lbs. I decided on my 29th birthday that I was tired of be overweight (since my 2nd child) and that I was going to have a TT by the time I turned 30. So, I have my tummy tuck scheduled for two days before my 30th birthday... more

“TT for June 2011 - Charlotte, NC”

Although I have never had kids, over the years my tummy got larger as I aged. I lose weight easy enough but it was always around my tummy - no pun intended ;)- I fell better about my body when my weight is higher because it looks for porportionate. I want to lose the weight again but this time with no tummy. I am 5'3 and a reasonably muscular 170 - all the weight is my stomach and breast... more

“I'm having a tummy tuck & lipo in 2...”

I have 2 kids and trying to get back to my before weight. I'm sooo nervous. I've never had surgery everrrr. So I need some pointers and for someone to tell me I'm going to live... ha! I can't wait to get it over with and see the results. I'm size 16 now and 200 lbs so I'm curious if anyone else was the same size and to know what they got down to. Thanks everyone. :) more

“I Had a Tummy Tuck. I Am Unsure...”

I am 31 years old. I had my surgery a day before my bd. I have three girls. I have had 3 c- sections. I am 5'2 & weigh 161. I wanted this for a long time. I work out at 3 to 4 days a week. But my eating habits need to be a little better. My experience is bitter sweet. The ps & staff were great. We talked to each other as if we were friends. The day of my surgery: They made me... more

“2 Days Post Op -Mooresville, NC”

I had 3 vertical c sections. my last 25 years ago. i hated my scar and if i had one more csection they were going to use a plastic surgeon. i worked out a lot, but once the tummy is split down the middle nothing can get rid of the pudge. my 1st day post op i felt like i could have conquered the world. 2nd day, not so much. i am sensitive to pain meds so although they took the pain away,... more

“Tummy Tuck 5 Days Ago and Feeling...”

I have two children, now 8 and 5, both delivered by c-section. I am 5'2 and 118 pounds and with my first gained 70 pounds. He really stretched me out. I have spent the last five years focused on fitness and losing the baby weight and can't get rid of the patch of skin and my belly button was really deformed. Took me over a year to work up the courage to do this. The surgery went... more

“Lost 37 Pounds. Full Tummy Tuck with...”

Had a C Section 23 yrs ago and my abdomin never went back flat no matter how much exercise/weight loss. I have wanted this corrected for many years and at age 51, I did it! I am very satisfied and would do it again. I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I celebated with two of my favs, family and food! I am 9wks post op full TT with Lipo and doing very well. Will post ne more

“Love the Results!! - Charlotte, NC”

I lost 80 pounds about 3 years ago and had a lot of skin that I could not get rid of. I had a tummy tuck 6 days ago and could not be more happy with the results. I was not in much pain, it was more like a soreness from doing too many crunches. I did have the pain pump for the first 4 days and I am sure it helped a lot. I cannont think of any cons. I also had breast augmentation at the same... more

“Fleur-de-lis (Anchor) Tummy Tuck...”

I had a large amount of skin left over from extreme weight loss. Pros - flat belly! Cons - PAIN/scar. more

“I Lived Through my Tummy Tuck”

Hi, I am a 33 yr old mother of a 3 year old and a 7 year old. Since the birth of my son, my stomach was very messed up from stretch marks and loose skin but after the C-section with my youngest, it really became a sight. Loose, and hanging over the C-section incision, and even more stretch marks. Although my husband didn't complain, I felt extremely self-conscious about it. I was another... more

“"Pooch Removal" - Thrilled with...”

I grew up a serious athlete and even in my best shape always had a little pooch. Recently, I lost 25 lbs that I had gained over the past couple years and decided to go for the pooch removal! I always wondered what it would be like to walk around without sucking in and not worry when I lean over in a bathing suit.I am 1 week post op and thrilled so far. The scar is higher than I wanted, but no... more

“140 Pound Weight Loss = Extended...”

Lost 140 pounds and was left with a bunch of extra skin on my torso. Had a TT with no muscle repair (no kids).Two weeks on and I am feeling great. Still not 100% upright, but getting there. Belly is flat and smooth. The incision is still a little ugly, but I can be patient and wait for 3 months to see what the final result is going to look like. So ecstatic over having a belly button now... more

“So Far, Worth It and Pleased with...”

Was prepared for the worst (based on reviews here) but the pain was very manageable. Took the vicodan as presecribed and really only had a wince or 2 of pain when I had to lie back (with help), get up (with help). Once settled in my chair, really had no issues. I am 44 and in good physical shape (have worked out regularly with a trainer for 2 years) and this may be why my recovery was not... more