Tummy Tuck
One of the most popular cosmetic plastic surgery procedures in the US today, the tummy tuck is as fascinating as it is frightful. It is fascinating because there is the promise of a Greek god or goddess type body at the end of all that effort and pain, even for people who are currently obese, and it is frightening because there are many stories about it being popularized by people who really don’t know much about what it is. Here are some questions about the tummy tuck procedure answered.
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Tummy Tuck – What it is actually?
The tummy tuck surgery is also known as an abdominoplasty. This is a cosmetic plastic surgery in which the abdomen is reworked to give it a taut and firm shape, especially after a massive weight loss or childbirth. When these things occur, there is a possibility of the belly skin sagging. The mass beneath the skin reduces after these processes, but the skin is unable to come back to its original position. Bringing it back to its original firm shape is what tummy tuck accomplishes.
Is a Tummy Tuck part of a Body Lift Procedure?
Yes, a tummy tuck is the most important part of a body lift procedure and is, in fact, the primary one to be done. The other cosmetic plastic surgery techniques that are done during this body lift method include arm lift, thigh lift, back lift, face lift and chest lift. Breast enhancement is also a part of body lift. However, the abdominoplasty is the most vital of all of these because fat in the body has a tendency of accumulating around the abdomen before anywhere else.
How is a Tummy Tuck accomplished?
In simple words, this operation is performed by making incisions in the body and then sucking out the mass from the underlying layers of the skin. This procedure can take quite a while and needs to be done quite precisely. The plastic surgeon in this case, known as a bariatric surgeon, will not only suck out the mass, but will also tone the muscles of the abdomen and reposition the navel. The intention is to give a good appearance to the abdomen so that the person feels himself or herself to be physically appealing once again.
Are there Any Risks Associated with a Tummy Tuck?
Sadly, yes. The main risk is that of wounds occurring, which could take a long time to heal. In some cases, scarring can also occur. Scarring happens usually, but it disappears in a few weeks. But if the procedure has been done amateurishly, then the scars won’t be just visible, but they will also persist for a long time. Some people may also experience some discomfort and muscle twitching in the early days after the plastic surgery has been accomplished.
What is a Mini Tummy Tuck?
This is a procedure in which only the lower abdomen is surgically corrected. The mini tummy tuck is popular among women who have sagging abdominal skin due to childbirth.
What are the Costs of a Tummy Tuck?
The tummy tuck approximate cost starts from $3,500 and can go on up to $7,500 depending on various factors. Costs of a mini tummy tuck are lower, starting from $2,000 onwards.
