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Tummy Tuck
If you're considering a tummy tuck...
Abdominoplasty, known more commonly as a "tummy tuck," is a major
sugical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and
lower abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. The
procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding
abdomen. But bear in mind, it does produce a permanent scar, which,
depending on the extent of the original problem and the surgery required
to correct it, can extend from hip to hip.
THE BEST CANDIDATES FOR TUMMY TUCK
The best candidates for abdominoplasty are men or women who are in
relatively good shape but are bothered by a large fat deposit or loose
abdominal skin that won't respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is
particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies, have
stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they
can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients, which
frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved.
Patients who intend to lose a lot of weight should postpone the surgery.
Also, women who plan future pregnancies should wait, as vertical muscles
in the abdomen that are tightened during surgery can separate again
during pregnancy. If you have scarring from previous abdominal surgery,
your doctor may recommend against abdominoplasty or may caution you that
scars could be unusually prominent.
Abdominoplasty can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but
it won't necessarily change your looks to match your ideal, or cause
other people to treat you differently. Before you decide to have surgery,
think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your surgeon.
More information can be obtained by visiting the source of this
information at: PlasticSurgery.org<
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