Tummy Tuck

What is a Tummy Tuck?

Abdominal stretching is a surgical procedure performed to correct sagging in the abdominal area and to eliminate conditions that cause aesthetic dissatisfaction. This operation, called “Abdominoplasty” in medical terminology, involves certain risks. Post-operative lifestyle and habits may affect the healing process. Smoking and alcohol consumption, irregular exercise or no exercise may negatively affect the outcome of the operation. The results obtained from the operation increase the person’s self-confidence by providing a neater appearance in clothing such as trousers, skirts and dresses. This operation is performed through an incision made above the pubic area and below the belly button. It involves tightening the abdominal muscles and removing excess skin.

What Results Are Aimed With Abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) operation aims to obtain a flat abdomen and a younger body silhouette. The operation corrects fat accumulation and sagging in the belly and abdominal area. If there is fat in the waist and hip areas, it can be applied together with liposuction. It is also used to eliminate loosening of skin tissue due to aging. After the operation, a person’s body size may decrease and a flatter abdomen can be achieved. With the tummy tuck operation, the person can feel more self-confident and experience a positive psychological effect.

To whom and in what situations is tummy tuck applied?

Abdominal stretching surgery is performed on people who are uncomfortable with excess fat and sagging in the abdominal area despite diet and exercise. It is especially preferred to correct the deformation in the abdominal area after multiple pregnancies or cesarean delivery. It is suitable for patients who do not have chronic health problems and are suitable for anesthesia. Chronic diseases that can affect blood clotting, such as diabetes, may increase the risk of this type of surgery. It is important for patients to pay attention to these factors in order to complete the post-operative recovery process successfully.

Surgery and Recovery Process

The recovery period after surgical intervention varies depending on the person’s metabolic structure and lifestyle. Hospital stay can range from a few hours to a few days. Pain and discomfort are normal in the first days, and you are intended to have a more comfortable process with the antibiotics and painkillers recommended by your doctor. It is important to take a shower and renew dressings according to doctor’s recommendations. While the stitches on the skin surface are removed after about a week, the aesthetic stitches dissolve and disappear on their own over time. Scar marks diminish over time, but are not expected to disappear completely. Fortunately, since it is on the bikini area line, it is not easily noticeable from the outside. Although a completely straight position is not expected after the first week, starting to walk will speed up the healing process. Starting physical activities and exercises as soon as possible can help you get back in shape faster. It is important to choose exercises from those recommended by the doctor, provided that they are not excessive.

New Look After Tummy Tuck Surgery

The results obtained after the surgery provide a perfect silhouette in terms of physical appearance. This new and flawless look helps you become a happier and more positive person by increasing your self-confidence. In order to maintain this new appearance for many years, it is important to adopt a balanced lifestyle and maintain regular eating habits. Maintaining weight control after surgery and avoiding excessive weight gain also affects the permanence of the result. This surgery is more suitable for women who do not plan to become pregnant and men who control their weight. Returning to work and social life after surgery takes 3-4 weeks, depending on the person’s body structure and recovery speed. Not lifting heavy objects and avoiding intense physical activities immediately after the recovery period are also important for a healthy recovery. As a result of the surgery, you will not only see yourself happier in the mirror, but you can also increase your self-confidence with the positive reactions you receive from the people around you. To correct such defects, tummy tuck surgery offers a definitive and perfect solution.

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