What is Abdominoplasty ?
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. This procedure can significantly improve the appearance of the abdomen, making it flatter, firmer, and more toned. Abdominoplasty is often sought by individuals who have excess abdominal skin and weakened muscles due to pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or aging.
What applications is this used for?
- Remove Excess Skin: To eliminate loose, sagging skin in the abdominal area.
- Tighten Abdominal Muscles: To restore weakened or separated abdominal muscles, creating a firmer abdominal profile.
- Enhance Body Contours: To improve the overall contour and appearance of the midsection.
- Boost in Confidence: Many individuals seek a tummy tuck to feel more confident and satisfied with their appearance.
The Procedure
- Consultation: Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation with Dr Jeevan. During this session, you’ll discuss your goals, medical history, and any questions or concerns you may have about the procedure.
- Planning: Dr Jeevan will perform a detailed assessment of your abdomen and discuss the best approach to achieve your desired results. This may include deciding between a full abdominoplasty or a mini-abdominoplasty, depending on the extent of correction needed.
- Anesthesia: Abdominoplasty is typically performed under general anesthesia, ensuring your comfort and safety during the procedure.
- Incisions: The specific technique and incision patterns will depend on the type of abdominoplasty:
- Full Abdominoplasty: An incision is made horizontally between the pubic hairline and the navel. Another incision may be made around the navel to address excess skin in the upper abdomen.
- Mini-Abdominoplasty: A shorter incision is made below the navel for patients with less skin and muscle laxity.
- Reshaping and Tightening: The underlying muscles are tightened and repaired. Excess skin is removed, and the remaining skin is redraped to create a smoother and firmer appearance. Liposuction may be used to remove excess fat and enhance contouring.
- Closing Incisions: The incisions are closed with sutures, skin adhesives, or clips. Dressings and compression garments are applied to support the healing process and reduce swelling.
What results can i expect ?
- Flatter, Firmer Abdomen: Abdominoplasty can significantly improve the appearance of the abdomen, resulting in a flatter and more toned midsection.
- Enhanced Body Contours: The procedure helps achieve better body proportions and a more aesthetically pleasing silhouette.
- Boost in Confidence: Many patients experience a boost in self-esteem and confidence following abdominoplasty, feeling more comfortable and satisfied with their appearance.
What is the recovery time ?
- Immediate Postoperative Period (0-2 Weeks): You may experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed pain medications. It’s important to rest, avoid strenuous activities, and follow post-operative care instructions.
- Intermediate Recovery (2-4 Weeks): Swelling and bruising will gradually subside. Most patients can return to light activities and work within 2-4 weeks, but should avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise.
- Long-Term Recovery (4-8 Weeks and Beyond): Final results will become more apparent as residual swelling decreases. It’s essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle to preserve the results of your tummy tuck.
what patients say
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I have recently had abdominal surgery. They have been amazing from start to finish. Mr Jeevan, my surgeon has been really informative, and honest so I knew exactly what to expect and how I would actually look afterwards. The staff have all been really amazing. I’m just so happy and grateful. I can’t wait till a year down the line to see my full results as I’m 2 weeks post op and already look and feel amazing.. thank you!!
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