TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY)
Is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and then tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. Abdominoplasty is designed to firm and smooth a protruding sagging abdomen.
Best Candidates
Men and women who are in relatively good shape but have loose large fat deposits and/or skin
Women who have had multiple pregnancies
Men and women who have lost large amounts of weight
Hospital Consultation
The surgeon will review your medical history and examine you. After examination and discussions with you, the surgeon will make the final determination of your eligibility for the procedure, as you may just require a mini tummy tuck or liposuction.
Procedure:
Incisions are made across the lower abdomen and one to separate the skin and navel from the underlying muscle and tissue, like an upside down T. Skin is then pulled back toward the ribcage, excess fat and skin are trimmed away, abdominal muscles are tightened with sutures and the belly button is repositioned and the incision sutured.
In a partial abdominoplasty procedure, the skin of the lower abdomen is pulled down, away from the ribs, and only the fat and skin in that area are removed and tightened and the navel is left in place.
Time: 2 - 5 hours (depending on the individual)
Anaesthesia: General
Hospitalisation: 2 - 4 Nights
Pre Surgery Care
Avoid any medication, vitamins and herbs that causes bleeding eg. aspirin, arthritis pills, vitamin E and Red wine for at least 2 weeks prior to surgery, and 6 weeks for smoking
Reach your near weighloss goal prior to surgery
Plan to have enough time off for surgery and recovery particularly if other procedures are incorporated
Post Surgery & Care
Pain medication and antibiotics are prescribed
Bed rest for 3 4 days is recommended
Bathing instructions will be given
Limit exposure to intense heat eg. spas, saunas, steam rooms post surgery; and avoid direct contact with sun on surgical site for several months
Recovery time
Allow for at least 10 - 14 days in Thailand for appointment, surgery, recovery, post op care and checkup/s
Most patients are up and about with care in 3 - 5 days
Normal - Strenuous activity: 4 - 8 weeks
Surgical Garment: 3 months
Results
A smoother, flatter and firmer abdominal area. |
