Abdominoplasty
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a procedure used to improve the shape of the abdominal region.
What is this procedure?
Abdominoplasty, also known as “tummy tuck”, is a cosmetic procedure used to improve the shape and tone of the abdominal region. The procedure involves the removal of excess skin and fatty tissue from the lower abdominal area and tightening the muscles of the abdominal wall to create a flat and toned tummy.
Ageing, pregnancy and weight gain can stretch the skin and muscles, leading to permanent and undesirable changes to the physical appearance of the abdomen. This procedure is suitable in cases where excess fat, sagging skin, and separated muscles have not been improved by diet or exercise. The tummy tuck is usually combined with liposculpturing, which can enhance the appearance of the abdominal wall by creating lines and shadows and contouring of the hips and thighs.
The techniques used in tummy tuck have been advanced significantly, making it a safer procedure with quicker recovery than before. However, the methods used will vary depending on the patient’s anatomy and individual desires and the extent of muscle weakness, skin stretch, and overall contour problem.
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What can be achieved?
Tummy tuck is best suited for Women and men who are healthy, in good physical shape and close to their ideal body weight. Abdominoplasty is a procedure that could benefit patients for cosmetic and reconstructive reasons, including:
- Improve lower back pain and urinary incontinence due to the restored strength and stability in the abdomen and pelvic region.
- Create a more normal appearance of the abdomen.
- Correct abdominal muscle separation.
- Repair an abdominal hernia following previous abdominal surgery.
- Repair umbilical hernia following pregnancy.
- Assist with weight loss activity in obese patients.
- Removing a large or distressing apron of fat (apronectomy) causes chronic dermatitis, skin infection, hygienic issues, and difficulty exercising.