What is a Smooth Tuck?

This is a old idea re worked by Dr Schulman of NYC (a boarded PS), SMOOTH TUCK: A new procedure developed by surgeon Matthew Schulman M.D., helps those who aren't thin enough for a traditional tummy tuck. Unlike the tummy tuck, this new procedure, called Smooth Tuck, doesn't cut any muscles. This means significantly less pain and a recovery period of one week instead of two. In addition, according to Dr. Shulman's website, the Smooth Tuck repositions the belly button. However, this procedure is done from the inside and no visible scar can be seen. Furthermore, the Smooth Tuck procedure liposuctions the entire abdomen and flanks. The procedure removes two to three liters of fat and then takes off the excessive skin. Patients typically lose up to 10 pounds with this procedure.

To me it appears to be aggressive liposuction of the flanks, mid and upper abdomen (2 to 3 liters of lipo) than an extended skin incision as in a full tummy tuck without muscle repair. The undermining is kept to a small width so not the comprise the vascular supply to the central skin. As for the "no scar umbilical re positioning. He is doing the free floating umbilical lowering technique (again nothing new). Therefore a new name "SMOOTH TUCK" to old operative techniques. I must compliment Dr S for the PR he has gotten or had done. In most cases muscle tightening is a good idea but not always needed. Fees range from $8K. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl j. Blinski

I've never heard of a smooth tuck, which means it's simply a marketing term.  I'm not a big fan of them as you can see from the other replies, not many plastic surgeons are.  Make sure you are going to a board certified plastic surgeon that is accredited by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  Often those who are not are trying to appear to be just that.  Best Wishes

Hi there-

The term "Smooth Tuck" is a gimmicky marketing term for a modification of the tummy tuck procedure in which liposuction is combined with removal of a bit of skin.

There are 2 questions that come to mind in response to yours... (that you should be asking your surgeon)

1. Why would a reputable surgeon resort to cute marketing gimmicks?

2. More importantly, why was this procedure recommended for you?

Choose a good surgeon- and don't worry about the machines he/she prefers or the names he/she gives procedures.