Posted October 28, 2025 in Tummy Tuck
If you’re struggling with loose abdominal skin, stretched muscles, or stubborn belly fat that won’t budge with diet and exercise, you’re likely considering what a tummy tuck can do to restore a firmer, flatter midsection. But what if you want to do even more during your tummy tuck surgery? Many people are also interested in enhancing other “problem” areas, like sagging breasts or flabby flanks, so combining procedures can be a smart and efficient way to achieve full-body rejuvenation with just one recovery period. In this blog, we’ll explore Dr. Todd Pollock’s innovative drainless tummy tuck, how it works, and which other surgical procedures can be safely and effectively combined with it.
Table of Contents
- What Is a Drainless Tummy Tuck?
- What Procedures Can I Add to My Drainless Tummy Tuck?
- Benefits of Combining Procedures With Your Drainless Tummy Tuck
- Is It Safe to Combine Procedures With My Drainless Tummy Tuck?
- Learn More About Drainless Tummy Tuck Surgery in Dallas
What Is a Drainless Tummy Tuck?
A drainless tummy tuck uses a surgical technique known as the progressive tension suture (PTS) method. Developed by Dr. Pollock, this groundbreaking approach has transformed not only abdominoplasty but also procedures like facelifts and brow lifts.
So, what sets the PTS method apart? Instead of leaving a space between the skin and muscle (which often leads to fluid buildup and requires surgical drains), the PTS technique involves anchoring the redraped skin directly to the underlying tissues using internal sutures. These carefully placed sutures:
- Evenly distribute tension across the abdominal skin
- Minimize scarring by reducing tension along the incision line
- Eliminate the need for inconvenient external drains
- Reduce swelling and help speed up recovery
- Prevent seromas (excess fluid collection) by eliminating “dead space”
- Provide more natural skin draping for smoother contours
- Allow for a more natural-looking belly button
Additionally, traditional tummy tucks often require patients to remain hunched over for weeks, but with the PTS method, you can return to an upright posture much sooner. Dr. Pollock and his patients agree that a drainless tummy tuck offers a safer, more comfortable recovery and an even better result than a traditional tummy tuck.
What Procedures Can I Add to My Drainless Tummy Tuck?
When you’re looking for comprehensive body contouring, a drainless tummy tuck is a fantastic foundation to build on with additional cosmetic procedures, including:
Breast Augmentation
While a drainless tummy tuck is a great way to address the side effects of pregnancy and significant weight loss that show up on your midsection, a breast augmentation can do the same for your bustline. Aging, weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and breastfeeding can all lead to loss of volume in your breasts, leaving you looking deflated. Breast augmentation can give you back that youthful volume and shape using saline or silicone implants.
Breast Lift
Also known as mastopexy, a breast lift can be another excellent addition to your drainless tummy tuck. Aging, breastfeeding, or significant weight changes often leave you with excess skin on your breasts, causing them to sag. A breast lift eliminates excess skin, repositioning and reshaping your breasts to restore youthful perkiness and firmness. Implants can also be added to your breast lift to boost the volume of your breasts and enhance symmetry.
Liposuction
A drainless tummy tuck eliminates loose skin and excess flab on your abdomen, but what if you want a bit of contouring on your back, hips, or thighs? Liposuction is often the perfect complement to a drainless tummy tuck, removing stubborn fat pockets and giving you an even more dramatic hourglass shape. It’s an incredibly versatile cosmetic option, as you can get liposuction nearly anywhere on your body, from your chin to your ankles.
Mommy Makeover
A Mommy Makeover offers the ultimate in transformational results, typically including a drainless tummy tuck, breast surgery (lift, augmentation, or both), and liposuction. For moms (or any woman) looking to reclaim their bodies, this procedure can be life-changing.
Benefits of Combining Procedures With Your Drainless Tummy Tuck
Choosing to add procedures to your drainless tummy tuck offers several advantages:
- While it may be more costly upfront, you’ll save money in the long run on things like anesthesia and facility fees.
- Instead of multiple recovery periods, you can reap the rewards of several procedures with a single recovery.
- Combining procedures offers more dramatic and comprehensive results.
Is It Safe to Combine Procedures With My Drainless Tummy Tuck?
Safety is always a top concern, so it’s essential to work with a board-certified plastic surgeon who has experience with combined procedures. Because Dr. Pollock created the drainless tummy tuck, combining it with other aesthetic surgeries is a safe and effective way to get the silhouette of your dreams.
Learn More About Drainless Tummy Tuck Surgery in Dallas
Dr. Pollock’s revolutionary drainless tummy tuck already offers a modern, more comfortable way to contour your middle. But when combined with other cosmetic surgeries like breast augmentation, breast lift, or liposuction, your results will be even more stunning. To learn more about the advantages of a drainless tummy tuck and discover which procedures you may wish to add to your surgery, it’s time to come in for a consultation. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Todd Pollock, call North Dallas Plastic Surgery today at (214) 363-2575 or complete the online contact form.
