The tummy tuck is one of plastic surgery's most popular procedures. Everybody's doing it, from housewives to middle aged guys, to all kinds of regular folks like you and me. The idea is simple - It gets rid of the extra that you don't want hanging around.
A tummy tuck may be right for you if...
- You have reached the age where the flab won't stay away, no matter how much you exercise and eat right.
- You've exhausted all your options and you're tired of still seeing that belly every time you take your shirt off.
- You've gone through pregnancy and childbirth, and your belly hasn't snapped back into place like your doctor said it would.
- Finally, you've taken off all the weight and you've just got that one pesky little pouch hanging around.
Abdominal fat is natural for all adults, and it's awfully hard to get rid of. That's why plastic surgery offers the abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck.
How the Tummy Gets Tucked
The procedure is relatively simple. A plastic surgeon makes an incision between the belly and pubic hair-line. Once the cut is made, the doctor will to two things: Remove excess tissue and repair muscles.
The tissue is the stuff you can't get rid of through exercise and dieting. This is not only regular fat; it is also extra skin, tissue and subcutaneous fat that lie just beneath the skin. This unwanted tissue is the reason exercise won't get rid of the belly.
Another reason for abdominal fat is the weakening of muscles over time. When we age, especially if we aren't in absolutely perfect physical shape, this muscle tissue gets weakened and sags. A plastic surgeon can easily repair this muscle and get it into prime shape again.
After the readjusting and removal is finished, the cut is sutured. You will be out of the clinic in just hours, and now you're on the way to healing... and enjoying your new, slim belly!
But Wait... We're Not Finished Yet!
Recovering from abdominoplasty can be difficult. Remember, this is real surgery, so you'll have to take it easy, follow doctor's orders, and be patient as your body heals.
Unfortunately, tummy tuck isn't the answer to all of our problems. You still have to eat right and get some exercise otherwise the belly will come back. After a month or so, when you are recovered and able to resume your everyday activities, it's time to start a healthy living plan to keep your body into shape.
Be sure to exercise carefully. Don't do any exercise that stretches your abdomen and may re-open incisions. Don't do any rigorous exercise that will get your heart beating too much, either. After about a month, start slowly with a mild exercise routine such as treadmill or walking. Slowly ease into your new exercise routine.
Remember also to eat healthy. Avoid fats and sugars, watch portion sizes, and make sure you are getting enough vitamins and minerals. Keep tabs on your belly and make sure it doesn't want to start growing again.
You might be the perfect candidate for a tummy tuck. The best way to find out is to get a free consultation with a plastic surgeon. Abdominoplasty plastic surgery might be just the thing to help you waste your waistline.