Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty); It is an operation in which excess fat in the middle and lower abdomen is removed, sagging of the skin is corrected, and the abdominal muscles are strengthened. It is possible to get rid of abdominal fat and saggy skin with tummy tuck surgery. Various techniques are used in tummy tuck surgeries. Abdominoplasty; It can be applied together with surgeries such as breast surgery, liposuction.
Who is a suitable candidate for tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery?
Those who have fat accumulation in the abdomen that are resistant to diet and exercise, and have sagging sagging in the abdomen Adult men and women with weakened abdominal muscles may be suitable candidates for tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery. In women with sagging and weakened abdominal muscles, people whose abdomen does not respond to diet and exercise and who are planning to lose weight and give birth should delay their tummy tuck surgery.
How is tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery done?
usually in stretching surgery; A transverse incision is made in the lowest part of the abdomen (this incision is low enough to be hidden under a swimsuit) and another incision is made around the belly button.
In partial abdominoplasty, these incisions are slightly shorter. In fact, sometimes an incision may not be made around the belly button.
After these incisions are made, the skin is separated from the muscles from the groin to the lower chest. The resulting abdominal muscles are strengthened by the stretching method, and if there is weakness, it is repaired. The skin is then stretched and stitched into place. Excess skin is removed by cutting. Stitches are closed with dressing. Generally, thin tubes called drains are placed under the skin to remove excess fluid to be collected in the operation area.
Full abdominoplasty may take approximately 2-5 hours, partial tummy tuck surgery may take 1-2 hours.
What awaits you next?
After tummy tuck surgery, you need to stay in the hospital for 1-3 days on average. It is normal to experience swelling and pain after tummy tuck surgery. This may continue for a few days. The use of painkillers is beneficial for pain relief.
Drains are removed 1 to 3 days after the surgery, and stitches are removed 1-3 weeks later. Back to work in 2 to 4 weeks you can suggest. After a few months, you will feel completely like before, you can perform all your physical activities. It can take up to 9-12 months for the scars to become unclear. Stitch marks do not disappear completely. However, it can be hidden under a swimsuit or a bikini. You can consult the expert team of Nightingale Hospitals. You can reach our expert team by using the contact form or by calling 444 0436.
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