Achieve a Contoured Abdominal Profile with Abdominoplasty

Getting a flat belly seems impossible?  Go for abdominoplasty in Dubai to achieve a toned belly shape

Excess body fat especially around the tummy not only makes the body look disproportionate but is a breeding ground for various health conditions like decreased stamina and low energy. Massive weight changes after pregnancy, bariatric surgery, or after rapid weight loss cause various changes to occur in the abdomen area of a person, resulting in excess fatty tissue, loose skin, and weakened or separated abdominal wall muscles. 

During pregnancy, the abdominal wall stretches quicker than the skin can naturally expand. Due to the skin stretching and tearing, stretch marks on the abdomen area are formed. After pregnancy and excess weight loss, some fat cells are removed, and the body shrinks down. But, the skin with stretch marks has lost its elasticity and is not going to contract or tighten up. This is where tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty comes into the picture.

What is a tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck surgery also termed abdominoplasty can help to create a firmer and smoother abdominal profile. It is a procedure that eliminates the excess of stubborn fat and tissue to define an individual’s abdominal contour. The goal is to achieve a well-toned and flat tummy. This procedure involves:

• Removing abdominal fat

• Tightening of muscles

• Giving a toned belly shape one always desired.

Advantages of having a Flat Tummy

• Increases stamina and strength

• A longer and healthier life

• Reduces chances of various diseases

• Fewer sports injuries for athletes or army men

There are mainly 4 types of tummy tuck surgeries efficiently performed by Dr. Parag Telang, Top Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon in Dubai.

1. Traditional Abdominoplasty
   Also known as a full abdominoplasty. The excess fatty tissues and skin above and below the navel is removed by the doctor. It is suggested for patients who desire a flat abdomen above and below the belly.

2. Extended Abdominoplasty
   This is an extension of full abdominoplasty treatment. It is performed to take care of extra skin present on the sides and looseness that occurs in the hips and thighs owing to massive weight loss or pregnancy. Also, if one has undergone significant weight loss after bariatric surgery and wishes for dramatic improvements in body contour, Extended Abdominoplasty will help. Here excess skin and fatty tissues are removed from the abdomen, hips, thighs, and back.

3. Mini Abdominoplasty
   In this, only a single cut in the pubic area is made, and excess skin is removed through it. This is ideal for those who have belly fat only below the navel area and don't require muscle tightening.

4. Circumferential Abdominoplasty

Also known as belt lipectomy or lower body lift. It reshapes the abdomen, hips, thighs, and buttocks.

Ideal Candidates for Abdominoplasty

• An individual who is healthy and fit

• Consider the procedure once done with having children

• Non-smokers

• Has a predominant tendency to deposit fat in the lower abdominal area

Abdominoplasty Surgery Procedure

• Markings and measurements will be done before the procedure.

• The treatment takes place under general anesthesia.

• The loose skin is removed, and the muscles of the abdomen are tightened.

• The navel is brought out through a new position on the stomach, though the level of the navel remains the same as before.

• Generally, absorbable sutures are used to stitch the skin. The umbilicus is stitched with insoluble sutures which are removed on the 11th-12th day after the surgery.

• A small tube is placed under the skin to remove the excess fluid.

• This drainage tube is removed when there is no significant residual accumulation.

What should one expect after the surgery?

• The patient might feel a little tightness in the abdominal area.

• Pain relief medication will be provided.

• The patient can return home after 1-2 days.

• A complete rest at home for at least a week's time.

• Drainage tubes may be used to eliminate any excess blood accumulating under the skin for 1-4 days.

• Redness & bruising is also normal.

• The patient can resume daily activities after 7-10 days.

Post-op care & Recovery

The post-surgery healing varies from patient to patient depending on how well one takes care of the self.

• Wear the compression garment for about a month after the procedure

• Do not smoke or drink alcohol for at least 2 months after the surgery

• Take ample rest

• Follow the instructions given by the surgeon which includes the intake of medicines at a proper time

• From a flatter tummy to improved self-image to better confidence, the benefits of a tummy tuck are numerous.

There are various myths associated with abdominoplasty. Let’s burst a few myths below:

1. Myth: 8 out of 10 people believe tummy tuck surgery is a weight loss surgery.
   Fact: Tummy tuck surgery is not for weight loss. It helps to make skin firm & tighten loose or sagging skin.

2. Myth: Tummy tuck surgery is to eliminate stretch marks.
   Fact: During tummy tuck surgery, we only say goodbye to diastasis recti & separated abdominal muscles. Thus, some of the skin including stretch marks also gets eliminated.

3. Myth: It is just for women
   Fact: Tummy Tuck Surgery is for all who have flabby stomach muscles & excess skin. So, both men & women can undergo it.

4. Myth: Diet & Exercise can get you the same results as Tummy Tuck
   Fact: Wrong! No amount of exercise & diet can tighten the loose/sagging skin & abdomen muscles. It just helps in promoting a healthy lifestyle.

5. Myth: Tummy Tuck Surgery inhibits childbirth.
   Fact: Childbirth is possible, but not recommended because it undoes all the results of the surgery and you will have to undergo another surgery to gain a pre-pregnancy figure.

How long do the results last?

• The results are permanent.

• Pregnancy and weight fluctuations may alter the results.

• The patient is advised to maintain a healthy lifestyle to retain the results for a long.

For, a high success rate, select a well-trained plastic surgeon who has years of experience in conducting tummy tucks. To get cosmetic surgery in Dubai, one may contact Dr. Parag Telang. He is one of the best and most renowned plastic surgeons, who performs tummy tuck in Dubai.