Wayne I. Yamahata, MD
95 Scripps Drive
Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: (916) 929-1833
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wayne I. Yamahata, MD
8723 Sierra College Blvd
Granite Bay, CA 95746
Phone: (916) 773-5559
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
One fairly common question that women ask when they consult with me about tummy tuck surgery in Sacramento is whether they can get pregnant after having the procedure. The simple answer is yes, women can get pregnant after an abdominoplasty. The more complicated answer is that ideally, a patient is finished having children before undergoing …
When it comes to contouring your waistline and transforming your silhouette, few procedures can compare to a tummy tuck. The surgery removes excess skin and fat that can stubbornly collect after pregnancy or weight loss. After you recover from your procedure and see your final look, you will want to keep your new shape for …
If you've been bothered by the look of your soft, sagging abdomen, you may have already spent time searching for alternatives to a tummy tuck here in Sacramento. They're easily found online: the belts, the creams, the compression garments that promise to slim down your midsection at home. Many of these "treatments" sound like a …
A tummy tuck at our Sacramento plastic surgery center can give you the flat, smooth midsection you’ve always wanted. The tummy tuck before-and-after pictures, below, show just how dramatic the transformation can be. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Wayne Yamahata (@drwayneyamahata) But before you get to enjoy your …
Tummy tuck surgery helps our Sacramento patients slim and tone their waistlines. However, removing excess skin and unwanted fat requires a few extensive incisions. Many of our tummy tuck patients are curious about what kind of scarring they can expect after the procedure. While the treatment results are definitely well worth a scar, the extent …
Choosing to undergo plastic surgery isn’t a decision to take lightly. Many of my tummy tuck patients in Sacramento want to know if the procedure is worth the financial and emotional investment. A tummy tuck requires time, patience, and endurance—but the results are definitely worth waiting for. In this blog post, we’ll discuss 3 important …
Some of the most frustrated patients I consult with are women who have what's informally called a "belly pooch." They've had children, and despite getting back to their pre-pregnancy weight through exercise and dieting, they can't rid themselves of the pudgy bellies. Some are even asked if they're pregnant again. When they come in to …
Patients thinking about getting a tummy tuck at my Sacramento plastic surgery practice often picture themselves with flat stomachs wearing bikinis or maybe shorts with a crop top. Few consider what their bellybuttons are going to look like. Yet this often-overlooked element of tummy tuck procedures requires excellent technique to avoid ending up with a bellybutton that …
Every plastic surgery journey begins with a one-on-one consultation. During this time, tummy tuck patients at my Sacramento and Roseville practices can ask any questions about the procedure. Unfortunately, some patients are unsure of what to say during this important discussion. They sometimes feel nervous and don’t know what to expect. By having a better idea of …
A tummy tuck can remove excess skin and create a toned, contoured midsection. But it’s also an intensive procedure with substantial recovery time. Because of this, many patients want to know how they can best prepare before surgery. To achieve the best possible tummy tuck results, Sacramento patients can do many helpful things to prepare themselves before …