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Body Surgery > Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) |
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Abdominoplasty ~ or tummy tuck ~ is best
suited for women and men who are in
relatively good shape, but have loose
abdominal skin and/or a significant
amount of abdominal fat that will not
respond to dieting or exercise.
Abdominoplasty is an operation designed
to firm and smooth the abdomen and
stomach area. This cosmetic procedure
removes excess skin and fat from the
abdomen and may also tighten the muscles
of the abdominal wall. The result is a
flatter, tighter abdominal profile. A
flat stomach is important to a
physically fit appearance. However, a
healthy diet and regular abdominal
workouts can sometimes do little to
eliminate accumulations of excess fat
and loose, sagging skin in the abdominal
area. If you are bothered by these
problems, abdominoplasty may be a good
choice for you.
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Are You a Good
Candidate?
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- If you have loose or sagging
abdominal skin frequently associated
with abnormal relaxation of the
anterior abdominal wall muscles
(frequently done to multiple
pregnancies or prior surgery).
- If you are unable to tighten
abdominal skin with exercise.
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Intended Results
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- A smoother flatter abdomen.
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Procedure Description
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- The procedure is usually
performed under general anesthesia
in an outpatient setting.
- Standard abdominoplasty tightens
the main abdominal wall muscles and
removes excess sagging skin.
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Recuperation and
Healing
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- Abdominoplasty can be an
uncomfortable plastic surgery
procedure, which may require
extended time away from work.
- Assistance at home is often
needed for 1 to 3 days after
surgery.
- You will be encouraged to be
moving and walking regularly within
1 to 2 days.
- Light activity is comfortable in
10 to 20 days. You will be able to
resume sports and normal exercise
routines in about 6 weeks.
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Other Options
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Insurance Guidelines
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- This procedure is considered
cosmetic and is not covered by
insurance. The patient is
responsible for the full payment.
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Note
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- The specific risk and
suitability of the procedure for a
given individual can be determined
only at the time of consultation.
All surgical procedures have some
degree of risk. Minor complications
that do not affect the outcome occur
occasionally. Major complications
are unusual. Such possible
complications are best reviewed with
your plastic surgeon prior to
surgery.
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