Plastic Surgery


eg: UK or Brides UK or Classical Art or Buy Music or Spirituality

Business & Money

Technology

Women

Health

Education

Family

Travel

Cars

Entertainment

Cost Of Tummy Tuck Surgery

View:

Women and men who have a protruding belly, loose hanging abdominal skin and weak abdominal muscles are candidates for a full tummy tuck.

Mini-Abdominoplasty, also known as a Mini-Tummy Tuck, is reserved for those who have only a limited amount of loose skin or stretch marks in the lower abdomen, or above the public bone. Also, Mini Tummy Tuck does not usually involve the tightening of abdominal muscles. Therefore, it is sometimes combined with Liposuction for patients with excessive fat, but limited looseness of the abdomen.

In most cases, women considering abdominoplasty should not be considering additional pregnancies, or they may have the need for a second procedure to re-tighten the belly. In many cases, a tummy tuck does help rid of stretch marks because it removes most of the "stretched out" skin below the navel.

During abdominoplasty, the plastic surgeon makes an incision that extends from hip to hip along the lower pubic area. A skilled plastic surgeon makes this incision so that the resulting scar is hidden under a bathing suit or by undergarments. The plastic surgeon then lifts the loose skin off of the abdominal wall, and tightens and repairs the loosened "rectus" muscles, the muscles that normally give the abdomen its strength achieving the effect that an old-fashioned girdle would.

The umbilicus or "belly button" is disconnected from the abdomen, and reattached after the loose skin is removed. A skilled plastic surgeon not only tightens the abdominal wall, but also pulls up and tightens the thighs and the buttocks. Drains will be inserted into each side of your abdomen to remove excess fluid as it accumulates following surgery.

During Mini-Abdominoplasty, the plastic surgeon makes an incision that generally spans only the width of the pubic area, and that is similar to a C-section incision. In both procedures, patients with excessive fat in the hips and flanks may have liposuction in these areas to contour them, but not in the areas of the abdomen that are being stretched because this could cause damage to the blood circulation in those areas, leading to scarring or even skin loss.

The result of a tummy tuck is an abdomen that is tight and flat, a waist that is narrow and curvy and thighs and buttocks that are firmer.

Cost Of Tummy Tuck Surgery

As we age, one of the first places we start putting on excess weight is around the belly. "Spare tire," "love handles," "beer gut"... you've heard all of these phrases used to describe your older relatives, but now suddenly they're being used on you! Because extra tummy is one of the most common signs of aging, tummy tuck is one of the most popular operations!

How The Tummy Tuck Works

Your surgeon will make a V-shaped incision from one hip bone to the other. Then, a second incision will be made vertically. They will tighten your abdominal muscles and remove excess skin from the area. By stretching the muscles and skin in the abdominal area, your waistline will shrink, and the excess protrusion of the belly will disappear.

Although some patients spend a night or two in the hospital, most are out the same day. Your doctor may prescribe a light exercise schedule to help you get your muscles back into shape.

Some Things To Keep In Mind About The Tummy Tuck

- It is a major operation, which means you will be given anesthesia and be cut open. Abdominoplasty leaves a scar. For the 6 to 9 months after the operation, the scars will be quite noticeable. After that, the skin will heal over the scar. The scar will fade with time, but it will always be slightly visible.

- The operation takes 2 to 5 hours. After the operation, you will need a few weeks to recover. Most people do not return to work until up to 3 weeks after the operation.

- A tummy tuck is not recommended for obese people. It is best for those who are healthy overall but have an embarrassing protrusion of fat around their belly.

- Remember that, like any other major surgery, there are risks involved. Risks are rare, but there are cases of improper healing or blood clots. Talk to your doctor and have them assess the risks for you.

Before And After

After your tummy tuck, you will find that your abdomen is both flatter and firmer. It will be much easier to keep your abs in good shape, and you won't see any more of that saggy roll of fat hanging around your mid-section!

Although most people get a tummy tuck so they'll feel better about their bodies, many also find that they are more comfortable in their clothes after the operation. After the tummy tuck, you will find that you're back to your regular size.

You will also have scars, but they will heal. Talk to your doctor about what you should expect. In many cases, the scars become more unnoticeable as time goes on after the operation. About 6 months after the operation, they become fainter and start to fade.

A tummy tuck can be a real life-changer. Just make sure you know what you are getting yourself into before you go. Talk to your doctor about what you can expect, and remember that the tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure.

Related Articles
Author
Most Popular

•	A Tummy Tuck Surgery, by Ihab Kharma
•	Abdominoplasty Tummy Tuck Surgery, by Dave Stringham
•	After Tummy Tuck Surgery, by Andrew Stratton
•	Cost Of Breast Lift Surgery, by Younai
•	Cost Of Cherry Eye Surgery, by John Porter

About Author

Both Dave Stringham & Abigail Aaronson are contributors for EditorialToday. The above articles have been edited for relevancy and timeliness. All write-ups, reviews, tips and guides published by EditorialToday.com and its partners or affiliates are for informational purposes only. They should not be used for any legal or any other type of advice. We do not endorse any author, contributor, writer or article posted by our team.

Dave Stringham has sinced written about articles on various topics from Tummy Tucks Before and After, Health and Breast Enlargements. Dave Stringham is the President of LookingYourBest.com an online resource for Learn more about breast augmentation and. Dave Stringham's top article generates over 368000 views. to your Favourites.

Abigail Aaronson has sinced written about articles on various topics from Breast Enlargements, Tummy Tucks Before and After and Rhinoplasty. While are elective, at the Center for Plastic Surgery in Washington DC, we know how you feel with skin that hang. Abigail Aaronson's top article generates over 201000 views. to your Favourites.

Build Your Own Layout
Check what is best for you. The layout should also match the background of the account