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Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) plastic surgery is
performed by Manhattan Plastic Surgeon to tighten the loose or
saggy skin of the abdomen (tummy) and repair the weak muscles of
the abdominal wall.
For patients who have an excess of abdominal skin and
loose abdominal muscles, an abdominoplasty plastic surgeon, or tummy tuck
plastic surgeon, you
may be a good candidate for this procedure. Many women opt for
the abdominoplasty procedure after having lost weight, after
having had children or been pregnant and those with abdominal
laxity due to aging. Abdominoplasty is also a good follow-up for
those (both mean and women) who have had gastric bypass surgery
and have lost massive amounts of weight leaving disproportionate
areas of excess skin.
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Female Abdominoplasty
Before & After Photos.
Sometimes the NYC Plastic Surgeon's patient's request a
combination with liposuction to smooth the edges, remove excess
fat, and improve their contour.
A mini-abdominoplasty is performed by the plastic surgeon when
there is localized fullness of the lower abdomen and a less
extensive procedure is needed for optimal results
Method: the method of abdominoplasty plastic
surgery procedure is performed by the Manhattan, Plastic Surgeon
to tighten the skin of the abdomen by undermining the skin and
stretching it. Excessive skin and fat is then removed. Stretch
marks below the level of the belly button are removed along with
full thickness skin and fat down to the abdominal muscles. The
abdominal muscles are sewn tightly together in the midline to
strengthen the abdominal wall and accent the waistline.
The small incision is placed across the lower abdomen.
Abdominoplsty (tummy tuck) operation is performed under general
anesthetic as an outpatient operation.
Postoperative Care: The recovery period will
take at least one to two weeks. Most people are back to work
within two to four weeks.
What does "abdominoplasty" mean?
The word means "molding the abdomen" and it's the medical word
for " tummy tuck ". There's also a mini-abdominoplasty , a mini
tummy tuck, which works only on the abdomen below the belly
button.
Why do people have abdominoplasty plastic surgery?
If you've dieted and exercised conscientiously and still cannot
tighten the extra skin and fat in your belly, an abdominoplasty
will remove it for you. Many women find themselves in this
situation after one or more pregnancies, which have stretched
the abdominal muscle and skin and left extra fatty tissue
Will there be a scar after an abdominoplasty?
Yes, but it'll be hidden in the bikini area. As time passes
it'll fade and become less obvious.
Are the effects permanent?
As long as you do not gain a lot of weight or become pregnant
following your surgery, the effects of your abdominoplasty
should be very long-lasting.
What are the risks of an abdominoplasty?
After any surgery there are always post-operative conditions to
deal with: pain, bruising, swelling, numbness, mobility, etc.
These difficulties are temporary and resolve after a few weeks.
If you are interested in abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and
would like to learn more please make a consultation with the
Manhattan, New York Board Certified Adominoplasty / Tummy Tuck Plastic Surgeon, David Rapaport MD,FACS at his NYC office by phoning 212.752.1129.
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