Abdominoplasty
Abdominoplasty popularly known as “tummy tuck “is a surgery done to remove the excess skin and fat around the abdomen as well as strengthen the abdomen wall musculature to give a more aesthetically pleasing abdomen.
Who should undergo abdominoplasty?
-Women who had multiple pregnancies with excess abdominal skin laxity
-Bariatric patients with significant excess skin / panniculus post weight loss.
-Men or women desiring aesthetic improvement of the abdomen.
If you have got excess skin and fat in your abdomen which does not respond to diet and exercise, then you must opt for this surgery.
How do I prepare for surgery??
Meet our plastic surgeons who will take your detailed history to rule out any medical history/illness which precludes you from undergoing the surgery, followed by physical examination to decide on the type of procedure you will be needing. your surgeon may also instruct you to stop smoking and a few medications for a certain period before and after surgery.
What happens during the surgery?
The procedure usually takes about 3 to 5 hours to complete and is performed under general anaesthesia. During the procedure the plastic surgeon will make an incision in the lower abdomen, raise the skin flap & separate it from the underlying tissues, suture the abdominal muscles to strengthen the wall, cut away the excess skin and fat and close the wound, you may have tubes in your abdomen to drain the excess fluid, which are removed post-surgery on day 3 or 4.
What are the types of procedures?
Complete abdominoplasty:
The surgeon will cut your abdomen from hip bone to hip bone and then contour the skin, tissue and muscle as needed. It might involve moving the belly button up .
Partial/ mini abdominoplasty
It is often done for people with localised fat and skin laxity below the navel.
The procedure make take only up to 2 hours based on the case, and most likely not need belly button repositioning.
What to expect after surgery?
Post surgery you will be having dressings and drain tubes which are removed on day 3 or 4. A compression garment is advised by your surgeon which you must use for 6 weeks. you will be allowed to mobilize on day 2 and resume daily routine in a weeks’ time. It is important to follow the surgeon’s advice on how to take care of your surgical wound. After full recovery, you will have a well contoured abdomen with much tighter abdominal muscles.
Benefits of Abdominoplasty?
Improved posture
Improved confidence
Get rid of itching and infections underneath the lax abdominal wall
Increased physical activity.
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