Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Due to the postpartum problems in lumbar region in particular, excessive weight gain and loss and a sedentary lifestyle, sagging skin, cracks and cellulite on the abdominal area cause both an unhealthy and non-aesthetic look. Abdominoplasty is not a weight loss method. Preoperatively, the patient may be suggested exercise or diet for a period of time. In order to eliminate the sagging and loosening, surgical abdominoplasty is performed.

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Operation

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)Before abdominoplasty operation, the degree of sagging and the amount of fat around the abdomen of the patient is determined. The plastic surgeon plans the procedure as a result of the analysis to be performed in the abdominal area. Duration of operation varies from 2 to 3 hours. The lipoidosis and sagged skin causing a “bagel” look on the abdominal area are surgically removed.

Different methods of liposuction and lipolysis are used in the abdominal stretching process according to the patient’s expectation and condition. In this method, abdominal fat removal is performed. Cambering, sagging, cracking and cellulite may occur in the abdomen after birth, for those who gain and loss excessive weight or due to age. In abdominoplasty operations, excess fat tissues are taken out, weak abdominal muscles are strengthened, then the excessive skin is removed. Thus, a flatter abdomen is created and the desired abdominal tension is achieved. Abdominoplasty operations are performed by two methods.

Abdominal stretching aesthetics enables the abdominal skin to recover.Things to know before abdominoplasty operation

If there is no obstacle as a result of the tests to be performed in the planning stage, it can be easily applied in all patients who are over 18 years of age. As with before all anesthetic processes, blood-diluting drugs and foods should be discontinued 10 days in advance. If the infection develops before the operation, it should be postponed. Heavy diets should be avoided before the operation.

Full Abdominoplasty Operation

Abdominal sagging is removed with abdominal stretching surgery.

This is the method used If the deformation of the belly and the lipoidosis are carried over the belly button. It covers the lower part of the abdomen under the rib. If the belly button location is to be changed, the belly button is removed and the skin is placed in its new place after abdominoplasty. The operation lasts between 2-5 hours under general anesthesia. As the incisions remain under the underwear mark, the scars that will decrease over time are hidden.

Mini Abdominoplasty Operation

If the area to be operated is below the belly button, this procedure is applied. The skin is lifted up to the belly button, the adipose tissue is removed, the muscle tissue is strengthened, and the incision is closed after the excess skin is removed. The surgery lasts for 1 to 2 hours and is performed under general anesthesia.

After abdominoplasty operation and recovery period

  • After surgery, 1 to 3 days of hospitalization is required.
  • The post-operative swelling and pain that can be relieved with painkillers are normal.
  • Your drains will be removed between 1 -3 days.
  • You can return to work within two to four weeks.
  • The complete recovery process ranges from 9 months to 1 year. During this process, you must follow the recommendations of your doctor.
  • If you adopt a balanced diet and regular exercise as a way of life, the effects of the operation will be observed much faster and longer.

Will there be suture marks in abdominoplasty?

  • After the surgery, the suture marks remain in the region called pubis. In time, pinkish marks become obscure.

Are there risks to the abdominoplasty operation?

  • There may be risk in every surgical operation and there is a risk in abdominoplasty operation. However, any risk is minimized in operations performed using the correct method in hospital environment.

Can abdominoplasty operation be performed again?

  • If there is an extension in the abdomen after a year, abdominoplasty can be performed again.

When will the swelling and edema heal in abdominoplasty operation?

  • In the operation performed using the liposuction method, swelling and edema may occur for a period of 1 month. This situation will improve at the end of one month.
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