Who can undergo an abdominoplasty ?
Tummy tuck surgery is suitable for
The abdominoplasty surgery is performed under general anesthesia.
After the mini or full tummy tuck surgery, there will be a surgical scar little longer than a c-section scar.
A second incision around the navel may be necessary to remove excess skin in the upper abdomen.
Abdominoplasty is a procedure that is usually performed together with fat removal. In fact, the purpose is removing the excess fat in the region, then strengthening the abdominal muscles. However, depending on the scope of liposuction procedures to be performed on other parts of the body, it may be recommended to complete the liposuction surgery first and then perform the tummy tuck operation in the future.
The patient wears abdominal corset after the surgery. This corset should be used for 3 weeks at least. The patient shouldn’t lift weights for 4-6 weeks. After 3 weeks, you can practice sport apart from the abdominal exercises. After 8 weeks, all sports activities can be practised. It is recommended to avoid sexual intercourse for 2 weeks. The abdominal surgeries’ scars may remain. They usually decrease over time. Abdominoplasty does not prevent the pregnancy process. However, pregnancy is not recommended in the early period after tummy tuck surgeries, cause the weight negatively affects the result.
following the instructions of your doctor and not smoking will speed up your healing process.
The cost of Abdominoplasty depends on the areas to be treated. You can contact us and get an online consultation.