Thinking about a tummy tuck raises plenty of questions. You want smooth, lasting results with the safest approach possible. That’s where abdominal mesh can give your procedure an extra edge. Triple board-certified plastic, general, and hand surgeon Dr. Gregory Dumanian brings more than 22 years of advanced expertise to tummy tuck procedures in Chicago, IL.
As an international expert in rectus diastasis and abdominal hernia repair, Dr. Dumanian developed the FDA-cleared mesh suture, Duramesh, to strengthen abdominal closures. His extensive experience with both cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries of the abdomen helps ensure you get beautiful tummy tuck results that last.
Why Abdominal Mesh Improves Tummy Tuck Results
During tummy tuck surgery, Dr. Dumanian tightens the abdominal muscles and trim excess skin to restore a flatter, firmer appearance. He may also perform liposuction to smooth out abdominal contours and eliminate small pockets of fat.
In some cases, especially when the abdominal wall is weak or stretched from pregnancy, weight changes, or prior surgeries, Dr. Dumanian may recommend using abdominal mesh.
The mesh provides additional support to the muscle repair. It’s especially helpful for patients with abdominal hernias or rectus diastasis, as it reinforces the abdominal wall and reduces the risk of future separation. Dr. Dumanian designed Duramesh for this purpose. Compared to standard sutures:
- Repair is twice as strong at day 8 of healing
- It covers nine times more surface area versus traditional sutures
- 75% more elasticity versus other sutures
- Twice the resistance to suture pull-through (when sutures cut through tissue under tension)
Duramesh’s unique design allows your body’s tissue to grow into the mesh, creating a solid connection between the muscle layers. With these features, Duramesh helps create a stronger, more secure repair that holds up better during healing and long-term activity.
Peer-reviewed evidence demonstrates that Duramesh is a successful mesh closure characterized by a low incidence of surgical site infections and adverse events.
Using abdominal mesh during your tummy tuck can reduce the risk of rectus diastasis recurrence. It can support the natural movement of your core without feeling stiff. For women with severe rectus diastasis, it can significantly reduce the chances of needing revision surgery later.
Expertise Matters in Mesh Use
Choosing who performs your tummy tuck is just as important as deciding to have one. Proper placement of abdominal mesh requires advanced surgical skills. Dr. Dumanian has trained both plastic and general surgeons throughout the United States and Europe on abdominal wall reconstruction using mesh.
His deep cosmetic and reconstructive surgery knowledge gives you the best of both worlds: A contoured, flat tummy and a durable solution for abdominal muscle damage.
Abdominal Mesh in Chicago, IL
If you’re planning a tummy tuck and want to learn if abdominal mesh is right for you, call Dr. Dumanian’s office at 312-695-6022 in Chicago, IL, to schedule a consultation.