What is an Abdominoplasty or Tummy Tuck Procedure?

Tummy Tuck Anesthesia

During the abdominoplasty or tummy tuck surgery, correct medications will be administered for your comfort. The choices include intravenous sedation and general anesthesia.  Your doctor will recommend the best choice for you.

Tummy Tuck Surgical Incisions

A full tummy tuck requires a horizontally-oriented incision in the area between the pubic hairline and belly button. The shape and length of the incision will be determined by the amount of excess skin. Once the abdominal skin is lifted, the underlying weakened abdominal muscles are repaired.

A second incision around the navel may be necessary to remove excess skin in the upper abdomen. The upper abdominal skin is pulled down like a window shade. The excess skin is trimmed and the remaining skin is sutured together. A new opening for the belly button is created. The belly button is popped through to the surface and sutured into position.

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Closing the incisions
Sutures, skin adhesives, tapes or clips close the skin incisions.

Tummy Tuck Results
Your tummy tuck will result in a flatter, firmer abdominal contour that is more proportionate with your body type and weight. The final outcome may be initially obscured by swelling and your inability to stand fully upright until internal healing is complete.  Within a week or two, you should be standing tall and confident in your new slimmer profile.

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