A
tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure in which excess skin
and fat are removed from the lower abdomen and the muscles of
the abdomen wall are tightened. This procedure can drastically
reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. The procedure is
particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies
have stretched their abdomen so far that it does not return to
it's normal shape. A tummy tuck is also helpful for those who
have lost a significant amount of weight but still possess loose,
sagging skin. Tummy tucks are often performed in conjunction with
liposuction.
The best candidates for an abdominoplasty are men or women in
good health and relatively good shape, but are bothered by a large
fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that does not respond to diet
or exercise. Those who are considering losing a significant amount
of weight, or women still planning future pregnancies, may want
to consider waiting before undergoing the tummy tuck procedure.
During the tummy tuck procedure a horizontal incision is made
just above the pubic area and excess skin and fat is removed from
the abdomen. Skin is separated from the abdominal wall. The underlying
muscles of the abdominal wall are then tightened. The abdominal
skin is then drawn downward and the excess is removed. Some of
these risks of tummy tucks include infection and blood clots.
These can be treated easily and are rare. Tummy Tucks can improve
abdominal appearance, however the procedure has been known to
leave scarring. Some scarring can be severe and may require a
second operation.
There are other alternatives to the tummy tuck procedure. A mini
tummy tuck can be performed, in which only improves the appearance
of the abdomen below the navel. During a mini tummy tuck, only
a short horizontal incision is made and the skin is separated
only between the incision line and the navel. Another alternative
is undergoing liposuction in order to remove the abdominal fat.
Liposuction can also be performed in conjunction with a tummy
tuck. Please consult with your plastic surgeon as to which procedure
will best meet your needs.
A
tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure in which excess skin
and fat are removed from the lower abdomen and the muscles of
the abdomen wall are tightened. This procedure can drastically
reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. The procedure is
particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies
have stretched their abdomen so far that it does not return to
it's normal shape. A tummy tuck is also helpful for those who
have lost a significant amount of weight but still possess loose,
sagging skin. Tummy tucks are often performed in conjunction with
liposuction. 
