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Abdominoplasty
- "The
Tummy Tuck" |
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Abdominoplasty, also referred to as the "Tummy Tuck," is a
procedure performed by surgeons that removes excess skin and
fat from the lower and middle abdomen as well as tightens the
muscles of the abdominal wall. This procedure can dramatically
reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen, but should
never be considered a substitute for weight loss. |
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Reasons To
Consider |
- You have had a loss of
skin elasticity (often caused by obesity).
- You have a fat deposit
that won't respond to exercise or diet.
- You have had multiple
pregnancies that stretched your abdomen.
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An abdominoplasty usually takes between two to five hours to
perform, and is performed under general anesthesia. The
surgeon will make a first incision from hipbone to hipbone in
between your pubic and navel area, and then a second incision
is made to release the navel from the tissue around it.
Afterward, the surgeon will separate the skin from the
abdominal wall and pull your vertical muscles in your abdomen
closer together, which will tighten them. The excess skin is
then removed, and your navel re-located to a proportional
region...leaving your abdominal region looking MUCH firmer.
RECOVERING FROM THIS SURGERY
Depending on the extent of your surgery, you could be
released in several hours or remain hospitalized for several
days. The following few days after the procedure are likely to
be a little uncomfortable, with some abdominal swelling and
discomfort. Stitches will be removed in 5 to 7 days, and light
bandages will be applied temporarily. You will have to wear an
abdominal support garment for a few weeks. Most people return
to work after two weeks, while some take up to four to
recover. Scars will appear to worsen during the first three to
six months as they heal, but this is perfectly normal. After
about nine months, your scars will slowly start to flatten out
and lighten in color. All scars caused by abdominoplasty will
not show under most clothing, bathing suits included. |
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