Depending on whether you have a full or a mini abdominoplasty, your procedure will differ. Your surgeon will make a curving incision around the base of your abdomen between your hips, right above your pubic region, during a complete tummy tuck procedure. Your belly button, as well as extra skin and fat, will be separated from the abdominal muscles. After that, the muscles will be tightened and repositioned. Your belly button will be pushed downward and linked to the base of your abdomen through a second incision. A smaller incision is made across the base of your stomach during a mini-tummy tuck procedure (also known as a partial abdominoplasty). Before being stitched down to the base of your abdomen, extra skin and fat are separated from the muscles and removed.

Even though a Tummy tuck is a major treatment, it might be beneficial for women who have exhausted all other less invasive options for decreasing weight and skin. First off, stretch marks and extra skin that can be damaging to one’s self-image and confidence are removed during mini and full abdominoplasties. After weight loss or childbirth, the procedure can significantly improve quality of life by resulting in a flatter, more toned appearance. Along with this, an abdominoplasty may also encourage a healthy and active lifestyle and help you stay on track with your weight loss objectives due to the enhanced look of your abdomen. Long-term improvements in muscular flexibility and posture can be made by tightening the abdominal muscles, as is the case with a full tummy tuck, which can assist with back pain and exercise-related difficulties. Additionally, issues with bladder and bowel function, such as stress urinary incontinence, can be improved, as can the occurrence of hernias. Moreover, the chance of developing illnesses including heart disease, gallbladder disease, gallstones, sleep apnoea, and diabetes might be decreased because of the removal of fat and skin after a tummy tuck.

Although our skilled surgeons frequently perform tummy tuck procedures, there is always a chance of risk. Anyone thinking about having an abdominoplasty should be aware of the risks and potential side effects. Stomach pains, bruising, swelling, post-operative haemorrhage, numbness around the scar, and skin abnormalities are common adverse effects of an abdominoplasty. Fortunately, the years of expertise that our professional surgeons have guarantee that all of these risks are kept to a minimum. Your surgical assistant will go through all the potential risks of a tummy tuck in detail with you if you have any questions or concerns, giving you precise guidelines and addressing each one of your concerns.

Not everyone is considered a good candidate for tummy tucks. Only post-pregnancy or individuals who have lost a lot of weight and have a lot of extra skin that bothers them are often given these procedures. Additionally, patients must be above 18 and in good health. Ideal conditions for patients include steady weight goals, a balanced food, and a healthy way of life. This implies that having an abdominoplasty may not be the ideal choice if you tend to gain and lose a lot of weight fast or want to have additional children. This is because gaining too much weight might make the results of the treatment look worse. Before you choose whether to proceed with the procedure, your doctor will have a detailed consultation with you to ensure that a tummy tuck is the best option for you. They will examine the fat, skin, and muscle in your abdomen and will go through all available options.

Although having a baby is safe to do after a stomach tuck, the stretching of the abdominal muscles and skin can occasionally reverse its results and necessitate surgical revision. Although every patient is unique, it is often suggested that women complete their families before considering tummy tuck.

We suggest that you take up to six weeks off work. You’ll need someone to drive you home after surgery and stay with you for 24 hours. We suggest you to verify with your insurance company to make sure you are covered following surgery and to refrain from driving for two weeks. For up to 12 weeks, you must refrain from physically demanding activities to ensure that the scar is not put under strain.

After your operation, it should take around six weeks before you start to notice the results of the abdominoplasty. The tummy tuck will cause early swelling and bruising, and you’ll need to wear a compression garment for six weeks to aid in the recovery of your newly toned stomach.

Recovery times after a tummy tuck vary from person to person. Depending on how physically demanding your job is, we often advise taking two to three weeks off. Your surgeon will go through this with you and give you advice on when, based on your line of work, you may return to work after having a tummy tuck.

For at least six weeks following your tummy tuck surgery, you must refrain from exercising. Most of the time, we advise resting as much as you can to aid with your abdominoplasty’s recovery. To lower the risk, it might also be a good idea to get help around the house.

The lower abdomen is typically covered in scars following tummy tuck procedures. Most people discover that this scarring may be concealed by undergarments and that it will eventually fade. A scar around the belly button is also typical for those who have had a full tummy tuck. It might take up to a year following surgery before you can see the complete results of your scar.