Tummy Tuck
Tummy Tuck, also known as Abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove excess fat, skin, and loose muscle tissues in the abdomen.
It can be applied to both men and women, but mostly post-pregnancy women prefer this procedure to regain an aesthetic appearance. After gravidity, the connective tissue in the abdominal wall relaxes and it comes forward. As a result, swelling and cracks occur. It is possible to solve this problem with tummy tuck surgery.
It is recommended for people who have sagging, deformity, or cracks in the abdomen due to factors such as excessive weight loss and aging other than pregnancy.
Who Can Have a Tummy Tuck?
Tummy tuck is recommended for people who have been at a certain weight for a while, and have good general health but have the above-mentioned problems in the abdomen. The most common people who want to have the operation are:
- Women in pregnancy or postpartum period,
- People with sagging in the abdomen due to hereditary reasons,
- People with excess skin and loose muscle tissues after excessive weight loss,
- People with deformities in the abdominal region during aging.
Preparation Period for Abdominoplasty
Before tummy tuck surgery, patients may need to undergo a series of medical tests. These tests help determine the general health status of the patient and help take the necessary precautions to minimize the risks of the surgery. The preparation process may include the following steps:
- Initial Consultation: The first step is to make an appointment to meet with a surgeon and get detailed information about tummy tuck surgery. During this interview, the surgeon will provide information about the advantages, disadvantages, and potential risks of the surgery, as well as give a detailed explanation of how the surgery will be performed.
- Medical Tests: Before the surgery, the person's blood test, electrocardiogram, and some other tests may be required. These tests help determine the general health status of the patient and enable the physician to take the necessary precautions to minimize the risks of the surgery.
- Smoking and Alcohol use: Both habits should be avoided for a while, at least, in order to prevent any risk arising from these substances before the surgery. If alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are consumed, problems may also occur in the post-op period.
How is Tummy Tuck Performed?
Tummy tuck is a surgical procedure performed under general anesthesia. During the operation, the surgeon removes excess fat and skin tissues in the abdomen and reshapes the abdominal muscles. The entire procedure takes an average of 2-4 hours.
Two different techniques are generally used for abdominoplasty surgery:
- Full Tummy Tuck: In this method, the surgeon makes an incision and completely opens the abdominal wall. In this way, the patient has the opportunity to tighten the abdominal muscles in a wider area and the skin can be pulled out more. The excess in the area is removed, and the incision is closed with stitches.
- Mini Abdominoplasty: A smaller incision is made here and only the lower abdomen is treated. This method is less invasive and therefore usually has a shorter recovery time. However, it is possible for the surgeon to operate in a limited area.
Which of these 2 methods will be used is determined according to the needs and preferences of the patient, together with the examinations performed by the doctor before the operation.
Considerations After Tummy Tuck
There are some issues that patients should pay attention to after tummy tuck surgery. Taking these into account accelerates the healing process and prevents possible post-operative complications.
It is very important to rest for the first few days after surgery. This process is mostly spent under surveillance in the hospital for the patient. Using painkillers prescribed by the surgeon can relieve pain. At the same time, it is recommended to sleep in certain positions to prevent edema.
In the first days after the operation, it is necessary to be careful about eating. It is possible to facilitate digestion by choosing soft foods.
It is beneficial to stay away from an active and tiring lifestyle during the healing process. Heavy exercises should not be done for at least 6 weeks. The patient may be asked to use a protective corset for a certain period of time after the surgery. This product aids in the recovery of the abdominal muscles and helps in better results.
Avoiding smoking and alcohol can speed up the healing process and reduce the risk of infection. Post-operative routine examinations should not be interrupted. It is very important to go to control examinations at the time intervals determined by the surgeon.
If there are any post-op complications, they are detected and treated. It is extremely important to comply with the doctor's recommendations during the pre-op and post-op periods. The key to a successful abdominoplasty and permanent results is to take these precautions.
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