Muffin Top Surgery in Temecula, Murrieta, & Menifee
Muffin top surgery refers to liposuction or body contouring procedures aimed at removing excess fat around the waistline that spills over the waistband, often called a “muffin top.” This cosmetic procedure helps create a slimmer, more contoured silhouette.
Muffin Top Procedures in Temecula, Murrieta, and Menifee
You are going out for a night on the town. You put your best jeans on… and then you notice this skin blob falling over the top of your jeans on each side. You are suffering from a “muffin top.” What to do?
One of the most frustrating problems facing women is how they fit into new clothing. It is not that the clothing doesn’t come in their size. Rather, the garment cuts into their skin at the hips. This creates a roll of fat above the clothing, which is referred to as the dreaded “muffin top.”
This indentation over the hips obscures the beautiful silhouette that clothes should achieve. The dent not only creates a loss of this line of beauty but also directs attention to the hip. To the observer, it makes one wonder if there is excess fat there, even if there is no extra fat.
Sounds bad, right? Well, not so much. Liposuction can help the muffin top. There are different ways liposuction or liposculpture is performed. The result is less fullness in the area or areas of suction. This results in a flatter contour.
The best candidates for muffin top liposuction are patients within the normal weight range. They must otherwise be healthy and have “bumps” of fat in limited areas. Another plus is to have thick skin that can shrink the area down after suction. Liposuction is the safest procedure performed by plastic surgeons today. Compared to other cosmetic procedures, it is not only safer but also less costly. Liposuction has rapid healing and meaning less time away from work and activities.
A trip to Dr. Newman’s office for a FREE consultation is a great first step to eliminating the dreaded muffin top. It gives you a sleeker torso, making wearing clothes easier and creating a better you.
What To Expect
- Anesthesia: Local anesthesia, IV sedation, or general anesthesia may be used, depending on the technique and the amount of fat being removed.
- Length of Procedure: Generally takes 1 to 2 hours, but may extend up to 3 hours for multiple treatment areas or combination procedures.
- Outpatient/Inpatient: Outpatient; patients go home the same day, though larger procedures may require a short observation period before patients are released.
- Recovery: Swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are common for the first 1 to 2 weeks. Most patients return to work within 3 to 5 days, with full activity typically resumed in 4 to 6 weeks. Compression garments are often recommended to support healing and reduce swelling.
See the Results
Muffin top surgery can deliver dramatic improvements in body contour, helping patients achieve a slimmer, more sculpted waistline. While results can vary depending on individual anatomy and goals, many people notice a flatter, more toned appearance once swelling subsides. To help you visualize what’s possible, we’ve provided a selection of before and after photos from real patients who underwent muffin top reduction procedures. These images showcase the transformative results that can be achieved through targeted fat removal and expert surgical care.
Muffin Top Causes
Muffin top occurs when the pants we wear press into the lower hip so the upper hip bulges out and becomes more prominent. And unfortunately, this can happen even when we are at goal weight. Some of us are just built with excess fullness over the hip area. It is for that reason that Muffin top diets and muffin top exercises may not help.
Luckily, the treatment for muffin top issues is one of the safest and most effective procedures used today in Plastic Surgery, liposuction. Liposuction, also known as liposculpting,” takes down the bumps” over the hip, leaving it smoother, smaller and with flowing lines that are harmonious and beautiful. After liposuction, pants will not be able to compress the hip nearly as much and help to resolve “muffin top”.
Muffin tops usually involve the hips but the same issue can occur over the front of the lower abdomen. The pants press at the bottom forcing the skin ad fat to billow out over the top of the belt line. Sometimes this can be remedied with liposuction but after childbirth, a tummy tuck may be necessary to remove skin excess to get the best result. As is the case when contemplating any type of cosmetic surgery, it is a very good idea to get the best opinion from an expert who can perform all the different types of surgery of the torso and can render the best alternative for you, your specific anatomy and your wishes.
Muffin Top FAQs
What is a “Muffin Top”?
Some women notice that when they wear pants, some skin and underlying tissue folds over the top of their pants, especially on the side, but also in the front of their tummy. Women commonly refer to this skin and fullness as a muffin top.
What causes a Muffin top?
Muffin tops occur because of looseness or fullness of skin and underlying soft tissue (fat) above jeans or pants. The pants compress the skin and fat beneath the beltline so the fullness above appears as skin that sticks out.
How can a muffin top be corrected?
For the typical muffin top that is on the side, most patients just need liposuction to remove excess fullness in that area. Uncommonly, the muffin top on the side can also be skin excess, requiring skin removal with a tummy tuck.
For muffin tops in the front and prior to pregnancy, liposuction is usually the only treatment required but after childbirth, a tummy tuck is more commonly required to repair skin excess and fullness caused by the pregnancy.
Is it normal to have a muffin top?
Muffin tops are mostly caused by the tight pant line compressing skin and fat so they can be normal. Muffin tops can be treated with liposuction, however.
What Our Patients Are Saying
Muffin Top Reviews
“Dr. Newman has given me a tummy tuck. That was in 2007. I am now recovering from a brow lift, facelift and neck lift that he did as well. I have received wonderful care. He has been able to answer all of my questions when needed. He takes careful attention to detail and precaution before surgery. When my facelift is fully healed I will add pictures.”
Esther Henderson
“Great Face lift, Eyes brows, neck and Chin. Very pleased, Easy, pleasant and healed quickly! This is a very good doctor! I’m 63 and look great!! Just saying there’s a great deal of experience in this doctor!”
Jackie Gibson
“I did my research for months, Dr. Newman was 1 of 4 of my consultations . His bedside manner and honesty took me back for a second consultation . I booked my appointment and left the rest in the hands of Dr. Newman and his staff! I couldn’t have made a better decision. Each and every staff member was great! They made me feel like family . Thank you for everything Dr. Newman and Staff!”
Rayven Carr