This video by Dr Anzarut explains Tummy Tuck Surgery for new patients who are interested in the procedure.
Learn about the symptoms treated, which areas are treated, who is not a candidate for a Tummy Tuck, the different types of Abdominopasty procedures, side effects, possible complications, and recovery.
What is a Tummy Tuck?
A Tummy Tuck, also known as Abdominoplasty, is a procedure used to improve the shape of the tummy area (abdomen) by removing excess fat and loose skin. It can create a firmer profile by restoring weakened muscles.
If eating healthy and dieting have been unsuccessful, a Tummy Tuck may be an option for you. Even if you have a normal body weight, you may have a tummy that is sagging or loose. This may be due to pregnancy, aging, fluctuations in weight, and even heredity.
Is a Tummy Tuck for me?
A Tummy Tuck is not a substitute for proper exercise and a healthy diet, however, anybody with excess abdominal fat and skin may be a candidate. With women, pregnancy is a common cause of the problem, but is aggravated by weight loss. Men are affected similarly by weight loss.
The result of significant weight loss is unsightly stretch marks which are most obvious on the lower tummy area. These stretch marks can be made less obvious with the abdominal reduction procedure.
Large fluctuations in body weight can impact the results of a Tummy Tuck. If you are expecting significant weight loss or planning a pregnancy, you would be advised to delay a Tummy Tuck procedure.
You should have realistic expectations and you shouldn’t be doing it to fulfill anyone else’s desires of what an ideal image should be.
During your consultation, you may be asked to discuss your current medical condition, previous surgeries, medications you are currently taking, and your goals.
After you are evaluated, we will discuss your options and recommend a course of treatment, as well as discuss the risks and complications involving the procedure. You may also be asked to stop smoking or taking certain medications.
About the procedure
Anesthesia is administered before surgery so you are comfortable during the procedure. The surgery is usually done under a general anesthetic.
The two types of Tummy Tucks are a Partial Tummy Tuck and a Full Tummy Tuck.
In a partial Tummy Tuck, a large incision is made across the lower abdomen, and the skin is separated from the abdominal wall. Excess fat and skin is cut away and the remaining skin is pulled together and stitched up.
In a full Tummy Tuck, an incision is made across the lower abdomen, and a second incision is made to free the belly button from the surrounding tissue. Excess skin and fat are then removed. A new opening is created for the belly button, and is stitched back into position.
The remaining skin is finally pulled down and stitched together.
Depending on the extent of the surgery, the operation could take up to three hours to complete.
Learn more about Tummy Tucks here: dranzarut.com/body/tummy-tuck/