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Abdominoplasty is a major surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen. It also helps to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall, flatten the stomach and reduce the appearance of stretch marks. When the abdomen is out of proportion with the rest of the body, apart from the self consciousness you may feel about your appearance, it can cause a number of medical problems. An overly large abdomen can cause strain on the back and posture difficulties, and those with loose skin, may suffer recurrent infections under the skin folds. Often these areas don't respond to diet and exercise, causing frustration and embarrassment.
You may choose to undergo abdominoplasty, also called tummy tuck, for a variety of reasons:
- To remove a large fat deposit.
- To remove loose abdominal skin after weight loss
- To improve skin elasticity if you are an older patient
- To improve your muscle and skin tone after multiple pregnancies
Liposuction may be a suitable alternative if you have excessive fatty tissue that can be held in one hand without a muscle bulge or skin overhang. It is a less invasive method for fat removal involving minimal scarring. It is usually more suitable for younger patients with good skin elasticity. Where large fat deposits are involved and there is bulging of the abdominal muscles or excessive skin and fat hanging over the pubic region, you most likely need a tummy tuck. If the excessive tissue is mostly below the umbilicus (navel) then a smaller operation called a “mini-tuck” will be performed.
Click on the links below to read more about;
- THE SURGERY
- RISK FACTORS
- PLANNING YOUR SURGERY
- POST OPERATIVE RECOVERY
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