Tummy Tuck
Even though proper dieting and exercise routines are followed, some loose skin, fat deposits, as well as stretch marks, can persist in the lower abdominal region. Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) can restore the proper abdomen appearance. Tummy tuck is not the same as liposuction which is considered to be a less invasive procedure using general anesthesia with no removal of skin. Tummy tucks are not a substitute for weight loss or excuse one from engaging in exercise. Tummy tuck is a procedure, in which the extra fat and skin are excised, and the abdominal muscles are tightened. This procedure can be done alone, or in a conjunction with liposuction that could improve body contour further. People, who consider a tummy tuck should be healthy, relatively fit and not plan any future pregnancies for they may return the tightened muscles to a stretched position.
Complete or partial abdominoplasty
In a complete abdominoplasty, the surgeon usually makes an incision to free the navel area from the surrounding skin. With partial abdominoplasty, the initial incision is smaller and the amount of tightening and fat removal is less. Very often excess fat is removed by liposuction. Finally, the skin is cut to fit the new shape of the abdomen and the ends of the skin sutured together. The final suturing of skin is a delicate work, like an art form, as the difference can be highly visible. The permanent suture line becomes almost invisible over a year or two. However, the position of the abdominoplasty incision, just above the pelvis, is usually not visible.
Recovery
On an average, complete recovery times can vary from anywhere between one week to three weeks, but patients can get back to their normal daily routines within just a few days.
1. Do not smoke for at least two weeks after any kind of surgery to avoid delayed wound healing.
2. Heavy lifting or strenuous activity is not recommended for weeks after the surgery.
3. After healing diet and exercise will help you to maintain your new body.
Benefits
1. Improve the appearance almost overnight.
2. Improve your self-confidence
Result
