ABDOMINOPLASTY (TUMMY TUCK) (Spring Hill, FL)

ABDOMINOPLASTY (TUMMY TUCK)

Abdominoplasty more commonly known as a tummy tuck is surgery performed to remove sagging skin and excess fat from the middle and lower abdomen. The unwanted protrusion of the abdomen is usually a result of pregnancy or a can be caused be either an increase in weight or weight loss. Abdominoplasty can be performed both for men and women.LAYERS OF THE ABDOMINAL WALL There are three layers to the abdominal wall that need to be corrected in an abdominoplasty the skin the fatty tissue and the underlying muscle. All of these layers at some stage are stretched weakened or increased in size resulting in an undesirable appearance. In many cases the muscles and skin stretch so much that they do not return to normal regardless of the amount of diet and exercise. An abdominoplasty can make an enormous change to a persons body contour.AM I A CANDIDATE FOR ABDOMINOPLASTY (TUMMY TUCK) A tummy tuck may be a good option for you if you Desire improvement of skin and muscle laxity in the abdominal area Are physically healthy and at a stable weight Have realistic expectations Are a non-smoker or have stopped smoking or will stop smoking during the surgery and entire recovery period. Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck surgery is a highly individualized procedure and as such may not be suitable for everyone. It is a very personal decision and you should have realistic goals and expectations before undergoing surgery.A tummy tuck is not suitable for people who cannot have anaesthetic are prone to bleeding have poor healing ability or are too high of a risk for surgical complications. A tummy tuck is not a substitute for weight loss or an appropriate exercise program. Keep in mind that while the results of a tummy tuck are technically permanent the positive outcome can be greatly diminished by significant fluctuations in your weight. For that reason you may be asked to consider delaying the procedure if you are still in the process of losing weight or if you are planning on having more children.Your goals expectations and an understanding of achievable results are most important and these will be discussed during your consultation.