What is the surgery performed for muffin top?

Stuart A. Linder, MD

Plastic Surgery

I had the privelege to perform the muffin top procedure on the Dr. Oz show recently. It involves removing the fat from the lower flank and upper hip using the bi-directional liposuction technique. The upper abdomen may also be adressed at the same time. This can be performed under intravenous sedation or general anesthesia for larger muffin tops!

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