A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is recommended to treat excess skin and fat in this area of the body.
Tummy tuck, objectives of the procedure:
If liposuction is not sufficient, a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is then recommended to treat excess skin and fat in this area of the body. A tummy tuck is recommended in several cases: after liposuction of the abdomen where spontaneous skin retraction has not been sufficient, or in combination with liposuction of the abdomen in cases of significant excess skin and fat.
A tummy tuck may also be recommended on its own, without liposuction, in cases where the abdomen has loose, sagging skin.
When the abdomen has a small amount of excess fat and slightly stretched skin, simple liposuction may be enough to produce noticeable results. Abdominoplasty involves removing excess skin and fatty tissue from the abdomen to significantly reduce its volume.
Abdominoplasty, the procedure:
Abdominoplasty involves lifting the skin by making a low incision at the pubic hairline, extending more or less widely to the sides depending on the patient's expectations and needs, detaching the skin, and removing a large section of it in order to reduce the volume of the abdominal wall.
In order to achieve a flatter stomach, the abdominal muscle band can be tightened at the same time.
Tummy tuck, post-operative care:
You can return home the day after the procedure. You will be required to wear anti-thrombosis stockings for a few days and an elastic abdominal support belt for three weeks after the operation.