Questions about Tummy Tuck

    TAMPA, FL, September 28, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- If you are looking to refine your tummy area to look more attractive in a swimsuit or just in everyday clothes, you may be considering a tummy tuck. However, you may not understand all you need to know about the tummy tuck procedure. Here are a few questions and answers about tummy tucks to help you understand the procedure and whether it is right for you.

What is a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure for removing extra skin and fat from the abdominal region and tightening loose abdominal muscles.

Is a tummy tuck the same as liposuction?
No. Liposuction is a quasi-surgical procedure that removes fat from targeted fat deposits using suction. It does not remove skin or tighten tissues in the treated area. Sometimes liposuction can be used as part of a tummy tuck procedure, however.

Which is the right procedure for me?
If you have a paunch in your belly that is due primarily to excess fat, then liposuction is the right procedure for improving your abdominal contour. However, if you also have excess skin, stretch marks, and slack abdominal muscles, then a tummy tuck is the best procedure for you.

Often the most important factor in deciding between liposuction and a tummy tuck is the quality of your skin. If your skin is elastic and likely to contract after the removal of fat, then liposuction may be the best way to go. On the other hand, if your skin is likely to remain loose, then only a tummy tuck will get you the results you desire.

Is a tummy tuck safe?
A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure and as a result has risks, some of them very serious, including cardiovascular events and death. However, hundreds of thousands of tummy tucks are performed every year with few serious adverse events. To make your tummy tuck as safe as possible, it is recommended that you work with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Is a tummy tuck painful?
Tummy tuck is major surgery, and the recovery period can be accompanied by significant discomfort that is not always controllable even with prescription pain medication. This discomfort is likely to persist for up to two weeks. In rare cases, pain from a tummy tuck will be permanent.

What is recovery from a tummy tuck like?
After your surgery, you will go home and rest. You will not be on bed rest, but you will definitely have limited mobility for several days after surgery. It is important, however, that you do try to move some to encourage blood circulation and healing. Expect to take two weeks off work, and at least eight weeks before you are able to return to strenuous activities like exercise. Full recovery is measured in months.

If you have more questions about the tummy tuck procedure, the best way to get answers is to visit the website of a board-certified plastic surgeon. In Tampa, visit the website of Gayoso Plastic Surgery for more information.

Website: http://gayosoplasticsurgery.com

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