Tummy Tuck
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a procedure that reshapes the midsection . Often, through pregnancies, weight gain and aging, the skin and/or muscles are stretched beyond its ability to return to normal shape. An abdominoplasty removes excess skin and fat while the underlying muscles are tightened.
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For those candidates where the sagging skin is mainly in the lower abdomen the mini-abdominoplasty is an additional option. This procedure is not as extensive. This procedure offers a more rapid recovery.
Depending on an individuals expectations this procedure can be added with Breast Augmentation and Liposuction.
Who is a Candidate?
- Patients who want to achieve a smoother flatter abdomen for their bodies and for their self-confidence.
- Individuals with loose or sagging abdominal wall skin.
- Individuals with abnormal relaxation of the anterior (front) abdominal wall muscles due to weight gain or loss, pregnancies, or prior surgery.
- Those who are unable to tighten the abdominal wall skin with exercise.
What are the intended Results
- Better personal appearance with and without clothes on
- Self-confidence improvement
What does the procedure involve?
- The procedure is usually performed at an accredited outpatient facility or hospital.
- Anesthetic options include local anesthesia with oral sedation, conscious sedation and general anesthesia.
Recuperation and Healing
- With a balanced diet and regular exercise, results are long-lasting.
- Discomfort is usually controlled with oral medications.
- Recovery may be at home with a responsible adult caregiver, at a supervised recovery facility or at the hospital with an overnight stay.
- If placed, drains are removed in 2-7 days. • Sutures are usually removed in 2-3 weeks.
- A compression garment with dressings over the incision sites is used.
- Light activity may be resumed in 7-21 days. Sports will probably not be comfortable for about 6 weeks.
- An abdominal binder (compression garment) is usually worn for 4-6 weeks.
What other options are there?
- Breast augmentation
- Liposuction-liposculpture of the area.
- Most other cosmetic surgery needs
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