Tuesday, January 28, 2014

A Tummy Tuck Procedure Can Improve One

By Andrew Moore


There is a vast array of reasons a person may seek cosmetic surgery such as a tummy tuck. For example, women who have had multiple pregnancies may wish to tone and firm their abdominal area. Additionally, one may have stubborn fat pockets for which other solutions have failed. Regardless of why a person may want to have such a procedure completed, the end result is usually a well-defined, firm stomach.

Abdominoplasty is another term for the aforementioned surgery, the objective of which is to tighten the muscles and skin of the abdominal region. In many cases, it is necessary to remove areas of overstretched skin. The surgery is considered major, and therefore takes approximately 3-5 hours to complete.

The surgery is always done under general anesthesia. It typically takes approximately a month for a person to completely recover from the procedure. However, recovery time will vary from one person to another.

There are two ways the procedure can be performed. One can opt for a full procedure, during which an incision is made at his or her waistline, as well as just above the pubic area. The muscles and skin are then stretched toward the person's bellybutton, where they are closed with sutures.

The excess skin and fat are removed, following the reposition of the patient's bellybutton. The end result of the surgery includes tighter muscles, firmer skin, and a narrower waist. Most people are happy with the outcome of a full procedure.

Another alternative patients may wish to give thought to is a partial tummy tuck. It is not as complex as a full procedure, but it typically only affects the area below one's bellybutton. This procedure usually involves liposuction as well, and requires just one incision. Cosmetic surgery is not appropriate for all individuals. Therefore, those who are interested in such procedures should carefully consider all the pros and cons prior to finalizing their plans.




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