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Wondering if a tummy tuck might be the answer to getting rid of stubborn fat deposits on your belly and abdominal area? A tummy tuck is a form of plastic surgery that aims to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen, and tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall.
The tummy tuck procedure is commonly sought by women who are looking to firm up their abdominal area after having children. So what exactly does the tummy tuck procedure involve? And are there risks you should be aware of?
There are two types of tummy tuck procedures available: the complete and the partial. The complete involves making an incision from one hip to the other, removing excess skin and fat, tightening the underlying wall of muscle, and reaffixing the flap of skin, making sure that it's correctly attached to the navel. This can take up to 5 hours. The partial procedure involves making a slightly smaller incision, removing fat and excess skin from the stomach area, and then pulling the flap of skin tight.
This procedure is less involved than the complete version, since it doesn't require tightening the stomach muscles, so it only takes between 1 and 2 hours.
After you've had the procedure you will experience bruising and discomfort for up to ten days following the surgery. Your doctor will generally insist that you wear an abdominal binder, which acts like a large tensor bandage and contains the swelling, while supporting the healing process. You should expect at least 4-6 recovery time before you feel yourself again. A portion of the recovery time should be time taken off work. It's recommended that you avoid any heaving lifting activity or vigorous exercise during this period, and also that you stop smoking several months before you have the surgery in order to reduce the risk of complications.
If you're considering this procedure, be sure to check with your doctor first.
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