Tummy Tuck

    HOUSTON, TX, March 26, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure for those who have excess body fat and skin around their bellies. A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the abdominal muscles, making for a much more toned and pleasant looking stomach. This procedure is often accompanied by liposuction and sometimes a breast augmentation for women who want a more complete full-body makeover.

Reasons for a Tummy Tuck

- Post-Pregnancy - Pregnancy will often leave a woman with sagging skin and stretch marks. A tummy tuck will also serve to firm the abdominal muscles which stretch and separate during the pregnancy

- Extreme Weight Loss - After successfully losing a large amount of body fat many people are left unsatisfied due to the excess skin leftover from before. Those who put forth the effort to lose weight and get healthy deserve the chance to look their best. A tummy tuck is often their best option.

- Aging - No matter how many sit-ups or crunches you do everyday, as you age the stomach muscles loosen and the belly starts to sag. To maintain a youthful appearance many men and women choose to visit a plastic surgeon for a tummy tuck.

Tummy Tuck Procedure

During an abdominoplasty procedure, you will be given a general anesthetic that will make you unconscious for the duration of the surgery. While unconscious, the plastic surgeon will make an incision below the bikini line and another around the navel. Sutures are placed along the abdomen to tighten the muscles and, many times, excess fat is removed by liposuction to help contour the abdominal muscles. Excess skin is also removed and the remaining skin reattached at the incision line.

Tummy Tuck Recovery

Many patients can go home the day of the surgery, although a full recovery can only be expected after several weeks of healing. A drain is inserted to remove excess fluids and you will be given a compression garment to wear for several weeks to ensure that you get the best results possible.

Most people can return to work within one to two weeks after surgery. For best results, it is very important that you put forth your best effort to allow the healing process to take place and not do anything strenuous or otherwise detrimental during this time.

If you live in Houston, Texas and have more questions about the tummy tuck procedure, please visit the website of Dr. Michael Ciaravino, to see if you are a good candidate for abdominoplasty.

Website: http://www.thebodydoc.com

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