Abdominoplasty – tummy tuck
Abdominoplasty, tummy tuck as common called as, is a major surgery that aims at not only removing excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen, but also it tightens the weakened muscles. It is most suitable for women who have had many pregnancies or men who has lost a lot of weight.
What is reason for protruding belly in women?
The most common cause for a belly after pregnancy in women is condition called as Recti divarication. There are two recti muscles in front of your abdomen which runs from your chest to pelvic bone.
During pregnancy as the child grows inside the uterus, there is gradual enlargement of the abdomen. There is lots of stretching of the muscles and the fascia. There may be tearing up of the facia in some woman. The normal recoiling that happens in the women after pregnancy doesn’t happen in the same way to all. This is main reason for protruding belly following pregnancy.
What is tummy tuck?
Tummy tuck is surgical procedure having four main components
- Removing of the excess skin and fat tissue from the lower abdomen area.
- Repairing of the weakened muscle in front of the abdomen
- Creating a new umbilicus(belly button) position and shape
- Suturing of the upper cut abdomen to the lower part, producing a neat and hidden scar.
Ideal candidate for tummy tuck,
- Woman having large belly after multiple pregnancy.
- People having sagging skin after massive weight loss, either due to bariatric Surgery or dietary.
- Must be ideal and stable body weight
- Motivated to follow a healthy life style after the procedure.
Which is best for tummy reduction, abdominoplasty or liposuction?
Liposuction is suitable when you do not have a sagging skin and only fat needs to be reduced. Moreover, the skin quality should be good, meaning nice and elastic.
On the other hand, when you have muscle weakness (Recti divarications) and sagging and stretched skin, abdominoplasty is only the option.
How do I decide which is best suited for me?
As explained earlier you surgeon will able to tell you after examining you. The fat distribution, skin quality and muscle weakness are the guide in choosing the right one.
Types of abdominoplasty
Abdominoplasty can be tailored as per your requirements. That is, there are different types of the tummy tuck available .your surgeon will able to guide you in choosing the one that will suit you.
- Mini abdominoplasty– when the protrusion is mainly below your belly button, the surgical steps are limited to address the lower part of the abdomen alone
- Abdominoplasty– a complete surgical procedure requiring all the four steps as discussed earlier.
- Extended abdominoplasty– larger defect and excess of fat bulges on the sides might require extension of the cuts beyond the regular region,
- Lipo abdominoplasty– liposuction has become complimentary to abdominoplasty. It helps in contouring or shaping up other parts such as hip. Most importantly, it helps to thin the upper part of the abdomen.
Liposuction also helps in sliding of the upper part and helps in tension less suturing.
What is post operative care for tummy tuck?
- As it involves the strengthening of the muscles you may have pain post surgery.
- You will need admission in the hospital for at least for one day depending upon the amount of surgery done.
- You will require dressing changes as advised by your surgeons.
- You will advised by your clinics about your follow ups.
- You will not able to do your routine house hold works for at least three days.
- Someone should be helping you to take care of your Kids and pets.
- Can resume office work after 7 -10 days.
- Start your aerobic workout 2 weeks.
- Avoid lifting weight for 3 months .
What to do after tummy tuck for better recovery?
- Start moving your limbs and body as much as possible.
- Start to walk around as quick as you can, it would help the blood to move around in the legs.
- Take deep breathing exercise, which would help your lungs to expand and get oxygen.
- Take adequate liquids and keep yourself hydrated .
- Have a check on urine . You will have pee at least 3 times a day.
- Take soft diets that are easily digestible.
- Avoid spicy/ masala foods.
- Take your medications as advised.
- Keep a watch on your dressing, if it is soaked, know it is time to change it.
- Keep regular follow up with the clinic.
FAQ
Recent Articles

25 Feb 2024
Botox
Botox is a just a logo name for a sort of drug which is used for muscle paralysis. It is actually a neurotoxin, referred to as Botulinum toxin.
Read More
01 July 2024
BACK FAT OR BRA ROLL
Fat deposit anywhere in the body is concern, however, fat over the back is worrisome for most ladies as these bulges hinders them from wearing the dressing of choice. These fat are often resistant to diet and exercises.Back fat can also appear as bra rolls….
VAMPIRE FACIAL
You’ve heard that vampire facials are becoming famous among skincare. Vampire facial involves combination of two established skin care treatments, i,e, PRP and microneedling. When absorbed into your skin, platelet-rich plasma, a blood component, can have remarkable outcomes. In…
31 May 2024
What Is a Hydrofacial?
Everyone desires skin that is bright, radiant, and youthful-looking. With a Hydrofacial, which some say is becoming more and more popular, you might be able to get a natural glow without shelling out a fortune for oils, creams, essences,…
Prominent Nipple
There has increased in the number of Men unhappy with the size rathe projection of their nipple. A projecting nipple causes discomfort when one tries to wear a tight T-shirt. In most cases it is the peer pressure that make one to think it is ‘abnormal”

