Abdominoplasty

WHAT IS A Tummy Tuck?
Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck surgery is the rejuvenation and shaping of the abdominal wall by removing excess fat and skin from the abdominal wall and tightening the loosened muscles in the abdominal wall. In this operation, the loose appearance of the abdomen, increased fat tissue and swollen appearance is eliminated, a flat and thin appearance is achieved again, and the waist is thinned.
Who is suitable for tummy tuck surgery?
It is an operation that can be applied to an adult human.
It is not a treatment method that can be applied to individuals with weight problems at a young age.
One of the most important factors is that the patient who will undergo surgery should be of the appropriate weight. If not, weight loss is expected. The importance of losing weight is to achieve the desired level of stretching by reducing the abdominal tension.
Abdominoplasty Types
Abdominoplasty is performed in 2 ways. Depending on where and in what size the stretching surgery will be performed, mini and full stretching are performed.
-Mini Abdominoplasty
If the deformed abdomen is located in the lower part of the belly button, if there are slight lubrication and sagging in the lower part of the belly button, if there is no separation and loosening in the abdominal muscles, if there is no sagging or lubrication in the upper part of the belly button, and if there are partial cracks in the lower part of the belly button, mini tummy tuck surgery may be appropriate.
 In mini tummy tuck surgery; Stretching is applied by removing excess fat from the abdomen and waist area, and removing excess tissue under the belly button. If necessary, liposuction is applied to the area above the belly button. The most suitable candidates for mini tummy tuck surgery are; They are patients who do not have excess skin and fat on the belly.
-Full Abdominoplasty
This method, on the other hand, is preferred in cases where the problems seen in mini tummy tuck are also seen in the upper part of the belly button. Full tummy tuck surgery is performed between the groin and abdomen above the belly button. Sagging, cracks and excess fat tissue seen in this area are removed. The abdominal muscles that have released themselves are tightened, the skin is tightened.
 As the common feature of the two operations, abdominal muscles can be tightened with mini tummy tuck in suitable patients.
Consultation (Doctor Interview)
Ask all your questions to your plastic surgeon during the interview
Tell about your surgical expectation and the problems you have experienced.
End your habits such as smoking, alcohol and herbal medicine that will affect the surgery.
Assess your general health, pre-existing health problems, and risk factors such as drug allergies.
Indicate any surgical procedures you have undergone.
Preparation
Photograph
Evaluate achievable results by performing general measurement and analysis in tummy shaping.
Evaluate surgical plan options and post-surgical management.
Operational Risks
Anesthesia Risk
Infection Risk
poor wound healing
-You can always contact our plastic surgeon about the whole risk and recovery period.
What to Do After Deciding on the Operation
Deciding the medical condition for surgery
lab tests
quit smoking
Cessation of aspirin, psychological and herbal drugs that increase bleeding
POSTOPERATIVE
After tummy tuck surgery, the patient recovers after 1 or 2 hours.
The patient, who is kept under observation in the hospital on the same day, can be discharged the next day by removing the drains. If necessary, discharge is planned after 2 days of hospitalization.
After the surgery, movements that will force the abdomen and heavy objects should not be lifted.
The surgical wounds are covered with bandages and after they are removed from the abdomen, the patient is asked to wear an abdominal corset for 6 weeks.
While the patient is told to use antibiotics against infection, they are asked not to lie in an upright position for a week.
While the patient can take a bath 4 days after the surgery, self-dissolving stitches can be removed if necessary.
People who have had surgery can sleep by leaning forward for 7-10 days without stretching their stitches. After 2 weeks, they can return to their work.
After the operation, the abdomen takes its shape after 6 months and the swelling disappears.
Questions You May Have After the Surgery
Post-surgical care
Medical treatment after surgery
When will the drains and stitches come out?
When can I return to my normal activities and sports life?
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