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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) |
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A Tummy Tuck is a
procedure that will remove excess fat and skin from around the waist
and removes excess skin to leave a flatter, lower body profile and
younger-looking abdomen. |
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Tummy Tuck Surgery
Procedure |
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Most commonly during a tummy tuck
procedure, the surgeon will make a long incision from hipbone to
hipbone just above the pubic area. A second incision is then made to
free the navel from surrounding tissue. Your surgeon will then
separate the skin from the abdominal wall and will lift a large skin
flap to reveal the vertical muscles in your abdomen.
The muscles are then pulled together
and stitched into a new position so that they are tighter. The
peeled back flap of skin and fat is then stretched downwards towards
the initial incision and any extra tissue is removed.
The incision is subsequently
sutured closed but not before a new hole is cut for your navel which
is then also stitched leaving a flatter and younger looking abdomen. |
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How long does tummy
tuck surgery take? |
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Depending on the technique used and
whether this is combined with any other surgery, such as
liposuction, it usually takes between 1-2 hours. |
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What can I expect
from the surgery? |
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You have to be realistic in your
expectations. The effects of a tummy tuck are generally long lasting
provided you follow a balanced diet and exercise regularly.
Abdominoplasty produces excellent slimming and shaping results,
giving a flatter and tighter abdomen. |
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Recovery after
Abdominoplasty |
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What will happen in
the recovery period? |
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Your abdomen will naturally be swollen
for the first few days, but medication will control the pain. You
may have a couple of pillows placed behind your knees in order to
keep these bent to reduce the tension in your abdominal muscles. You
may not be able to stand up straight away although you should start
walking about as soon as possible. All stitches are usually the
dissolving type, however, any clips will be taken out after 5 days
if used. A comfortable
support garment should be worn for six weeks and you will have
follow-up visits in the months after surgery to check on your
progress. |
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What is the
recovery time? |
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The recovery depends on each
individual patient. Some return to work after only two weeks while
others take three or four weeks to recuperate. You can usually
expect to be back to full activity after six weeks. Heavy lifting or
strenuous activity is not advised in the first 6 weeks after tummy
tuck surgery. Moderate exercise such as walking or swimming is
recommended until this time. |
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