Tummy Tuck

Is Abdominoplasty a Surgical Procedure? And Does it Hurt?.

Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is one of the most widely performed aesthetical surgeries today. Several factors such as obesity, pregnancy, and genetics contribute to skin laxity and excess fat accumulation, which can cause your abdomen to lose shape. These conditions often result in stretch marks in the abdominal area, leading to skin sagging.

The primary goal of a tummy tuck is to excise redundant sagging skin, remove excess abdominal fat, and eliminate stretch marks in the abdomen region. Furthermore, loose abdominal muscles are reshaped to restore firmness, which is similar to pre-pregnancy condition. While abdominoplasty can be performed as a standalone procedure, it is often combined with liposuction to form a slimmer and firmer waistline.

This method is specifically indicated for patients experiencing excess abdominal fat, skin laxity, severe stretch mark, or weakened abdominal wall.

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Images of clients before and after undergoing liposuction and tummy tuck.

The client after 7 days of undergoing liposuction and tummy tuck, and will have the stitches removed after 10 days.

The scar in the lower area will fade after 3 months and will not be visible when wearing underwear.

The client after 3 days of undergoing liposuction and tummy tuck, and will have the stitches removed after 10 days.

The scar in the lower area will fade after 3 months and will not be visible when wearing underwear.

The Procedure of Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck).

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Anesthetic method.

- Spinal anesthesia or general anesthesia.

Abdominoplasty Incision.

- The doctor makes an incision positioned just above the pubic bone area. The exact length of the incision is determined by the degree of excess abdominal skin.

Undermining the skin and fat layers.

- The doctor utilizes an electrocautery scalpel to carefully dissect and lift the skin and subcutaneous fat layer away from the underlying abdominal wall.

Abdominal Muscle Stitching.

- To sculpt the abdomen, the doctor performs muscle plication which creates a firmer, flatter abdominal profile. This procedure restores a toned appearance similar to its pre-pregnancy state.

Umbilicoplasty (Navel Reshaping & Repositioning).

- In cases where extensive excess abdominal skin requires significant tightening, the navel must be repositioned. The doctor will perform an umbilicoplasty.

Abdominoplasty and Excess Skin Removal, Surgical Drainage.

- Excess skin is carefully excised. A surgical drain is then placed to minimize post-operation swelling. Next, the abdominal skin is closed using no-absorbable sutures.

Post-Operative Care.

- You will be required to wear a specialized medical compression garment for 2-4 weeks. This helps reduce swelling and accelerate the recovery process. The sutures are typically removed after 7-10 days post-operation. The scarring after surgery will be concealed undergarments and gradually fade over time.

More on the topic:

+ Liposonix Ultrasonic Abdominal Liposuction

+ Plastic surgery price list 

* The final result also depends on each individual's physiology.