Some of our hardest victories take a heavy toll on our bodies. The whole process of pregnancy and childbirth brings amazing change. For an obese person, the time and effort it takes to evolve into a slimmer, healthier individual can be so overwhelming. When the goal is achieved, the sense of accomplishment is priceless.
However, with the blessing of a new baby, and a lighter body comes a new problem. When a large amount of weight is dropped in a short period of time, the risk is greater you will end up with excess loose skin or stubborn pockets of redistributed fat.
Should I consider liposuction or abdominoplasty?
This procedure will remove fat stores and the skin may contract and tighten, but only abdominoplasty will remove excess skin. Liposuction is often included in post-pregnancy mommy makeovers. The process is easy and recovery is fast. Dr. David Ross at Bayside Plastic Surgery uses the safest and most advanced techniques to shape and re-contour the body.
Which tummy tuck is best for me?
A tummy tuck is a common term for abdominoplasty in Melbourne. Dr. Ross is a renowned plastic surgeon with a well-established practice and years of experience performing abdominoplasty procedures. This cosmetic surgery was designed to remove loose and excess abdominal skin. There are several versions of this popular procedure.
- The mini tuck involves a smaller area than a standard tuck. This is also referred to as a scarless tummy tuck because the incision is tiny. This option is best suited for people with a minimum amount of stubborn belly fat that is resistant to diet and exercise. It is intended for patients who are generally physically fit but want to remove some annoying bumps for a slender appearance. A small incision is made, the excess skin gets removed and the ab muscles are tightened. The remaining skin gets pulled taut and the incision is secured. Regular daily activity should resume in about a week.
- A traditional tummy tuck is also appropriate for physically fit patients with a larger portion of loose skin in their midsection. This procedure is often performed on women with excess flab and weakened abdominal muscles due to pregnancy. It is also commonly used for previously obese patients. In addition, traditional abdominoplasty is used for those who just can’t lose the weight in the tummy area.
- Extended tummy tuck surgery is intended for patients with an immense amount
of loose, sagging skin on their abs, hips, and lower back. Excess amounts of fat will generally need to be removed in these areas along with the skin for this body contouring surgery. The surgeon starts with an incision made from the abdomen, down around the hips, over to the
lower back.
Here, a larger incision is used that typically runs from hip to hip. Minor liposuction may be included to address necessary fat removal to enable the surgeon to tighten the muscles, and secure the incision effectively. A short hospital stay may be required because the standard abdominoplasty is more intense than the mini tuck. Full recovery may take up to a month.
Liposuction is always required during this procedure to drain fluids and remove fat cells. The muscles in all affected areas are tightened and loose skin is removed before the incision is sutured. A hospital stay of about two days is expected along with an extended recovery time. Light activities may be resumed in about a month following the surgery.
Dr. Ross at Bayside Plastic Surgery
Dr. David Ross has maintained a reputation for performing excellent work and the best patient service. He is a highly trained and well-experienced plastic surgeon who offers a wide selection of cosmetic procedures in Melbourne. Dr. Ross is uniquely qualified to perform all of the most up-to-date reconstructive and cosmetic surgery procedures. Patients in Melbourne, surrounding areas, and from all over the world come to Bayside Plastic Surgery for the safest procedures available with minimal scarring.
