Tummy Tuck, or Abdominoplasty, is the surgical correction of a large abdomen or stretched abdominal skin.
At Cosmetic Surgery For Women, we have had an increasing number of patients request this procedure as awareness of this solution is increasing.
Women have varying reasons for why a tummy tuck would be an appropriate solution. The most common concerns of women requesting a tummy-tuck are:
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Feelings of self-consciousness, embarrassment or shyness due to abdominal appearance |
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Rashes below the abdomen |
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Back discomfort or pain |
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Inability to exercise, play sport of lose weight as a result of abdominal size |
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Difficulty in buying clothing due to imbalance in body proportions. |
Such is the commonality of these issues, this procedure can be completed on both men and women, but at Cosmetic Surgery For Women, this surgery is performed exclusively on women.
In brief, the procedure is the removal of excess fat and skin and lax underlying muscles are tightened. We usually also include liposculpture as part of the procedure to further improve your shape. This often results in a flatter and firmer abdomen.
The procedure is not a replacement for weight loss but is useful particularly after having children or undergoing large weight changes and it may be the first step to a less self conscious and more healthy lifestyle. Obtaining a flatter tummy is the dream of many women and tummy-tuck can help you achieve this. However, patients must note that although tummy tuck surgery results are long lasting they may not be permanent as lifestyle choices can greatly affect results.
The best candidates for a tummy tuck are patients who are in good shape, but with loose abdominal skin. If there is a large fat accumulation on the abdominal wall, especially along the upper part, liposculpture may be required as a primary procedure before the tummy tuck to remove the fatty layer. Women who are planning future pregnancies may be advised to wait, as the vertical muscles in the abdomen that are tightened during surgery will separate again during subsequent pregnancies.
For a personal consultation with Mr Craig Rubinstein or Miss Jane Paterson, please contact Cosmetic Surgery for Women today to find out more about Tummy Tuck. At your consultation we can discover your exact needs and recommend a plan of action to get you to your goals. Contact us now. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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