Tummy Tuck Surgery - Abdominoplasty Tummy Tuck Procedure

Tummy Tuck - Abdominoplasty

Fatty Tissues
An excess of skin plus fatty tissue can change our figure, making our shape difficult to disguise, as some clothes make this condition look worse.

Skin Surplus
Also the Skin Surplus and fat, can hang down making the muscle flaccidity greater, causing the body proportions to appear excessive.

Pregnant Women
The problem can be identified more in pregnant mothers, where the skin, muscle and tissue are stretched, and do not recuperate or improve even after the birth of the baby.

Abdominoplasty Surgery
Abdominoplasty surgery known as the tummy tuck in the cosmetic surgery field, can resolve these problems, making the tummy firmer, flatter and giving a narrower waist.

Know As
Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is one of the most performed procedure in cosmetic surgery.

Cosmetic Surgery
The tummy tuck technique used, will be different on each individual.

Technique
Removing excess skin and fat from the abdomen, then reconstructing the muscle surrounding the abdomen wall.

Latest Fashion
There are different tummy tuck techniques used, the most common is a technique that adapts to the latest fashion keeping the incision small along the bikini line.

Extreme Cases
In some extreme cases where there is a surplus of fat a making of a new belly button will be made.

Operation Time
The tummy tuck Operation and take 4 to 5 hours, this includes the recovery time.

Hospital Stay
You should be advised to stay at least 3 to 4 days.

Anaesthetic
This type of operation is preformed under general anaesthetic.

Stitches
Yes there are stitches depending on the type of technique used; stitches are around the naval and lower abdomen.

Losing Weight
Depending on your weight if there is obesity or too much fat, then yes weight loss before the tummy tuck, will be required.

Scarring
Yes there will be scarring, most scarring will be able to be covered by clothing, most Surgeons will use technique to minimize any scarring, the incision will be as small as possible.

Pain
Yes there is slight pain, but more discomfort for the first few days, as the abdomen will be tender and swollen.

Movement
You will experience limited movement for a short time.

Appointments
It is necessary to go to all check ups,

Clothing
You will be required to wear a girdle after the tummy tuck surgery has been performed..

Remove Stitches
Yes there will be stitches that need to be removed.

Back To Normal
With tummy tuck surgery, Every case is different; in normal circumstances you can resume normal activities within 4 to 6 weeks.

Sun
There should be no sun for at least 2 months, and then no sun with out a good sun blocker, even with sun blocker only limited sun within the next 6 months.

Washing
You may be able to wash normally after the first week.

Exercise
Limited exercise after one month, slowly progressing into the next 2 months.

Washing
Only light washing for the first week.

Avoid
Avoid getting the wound wet.

Risks
It is rare for any complications when the tummy tuck surgery is preformed by a specialist and in good conditions, but there are risks in any operation.

Result
Within the first week you will be able to see clear results, there will be swelling but will gradually go down leaving even greater results,

Lasting Result
In most cases the tummy tuck surgical end result, should last forever if kept to a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Recommended List To Follow

Understand and study the tummy tuck procedure know as abdominoplasty.
Have as many consultations as you need to be absolutely certain of all your options.
Inform your surgeon if you are feeling unwell especially if you have a cold or sore throat.
No smoking 2 weeks before the operation.
Medication to be taken at the surgeon request.
No alcohol.
No eating or drinking the night before the operation.
After the tummy tuck surgery, it is advised that you have peace and quiet and complete rest for 3 to 4 weeks, a good recovery brings good results.