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Life After Weight Loss - Abdominoplasty ("Tummy Tuck") |
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By Jamie Hanson
 Abdominoplasty, commonly referred to as a "Tummy Tuck," is a cosmetic surgery procedure used to tighten overly stretched muscles and excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdominal areas in an effort to achieve a smoother, flatter appearance.
Abdominoplasty Procedure
After a significant amount of weight loss, the abdomen has difficulty returning to its original shape. Once the abdominal tissues have been stretched beyond capacity, it is likely that the tissues will not tighten even after rigorous exercise and dieting. In this case, a tummy tuck may be an effective solution in the treatment of loose skin and fat.
DIFFERENT PROCEDURES
There are several techniques for this type of surgery that the surgeon will choose from depending on the patient's condition.
FULL TUMMY TUCK: Most full tummy tuck surgeries are performed under general anesthesia. Two surgical incisions will be made. The first one will be made across the lower abdomen above the pubic area and a second one around the patient's belly button. After strengthening abdominal muscles and removing excess skin a new belly button will be |
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