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Abdominoplasty
Multiple pregnancies, weight gain and weight loss take a tremendous toll on a
woman's figure. Especially in the stomach area. In men and women who have fat
that is concentrated in the abdomen, this procedure will remove excess skin and
fat and tighten the muscles of the abdomen.
This operation is usually performed under general anesthesia and it takes three
to four hours to perform. Most patients will require a brief hospital stay of
one or two days. A more limited procedure called mini-abdominoplasty may be
performed as an outpatient.
The surgeon works through a low abdominal incision that spans the hips. The
abdominal skin is raised and another incision is made around the belly button
to free it from the surrounding skin. The excess skin is then removed and the
abdominal muscles tightened. Often liposuction is performed in conjunction with
abdominoplasty to remove fat deposits from the hips, for a better result.
After surgery, you will have some soreness and discomfort which can be controlled
with medication. You may be up and around in a day or two, but you should avoid
strenuous activities for several weeks. You will also be advised to wear a light
support garment during the recovery. Some people return to work after a couple
of weeks, but realistically most people take three to four weeks to rest and
recuperate.
Although every effort is made to minimize scarring, the scars will be permanent
but will fade over time. Even though they will never disappear completely, your
scars will not show under most clothing. Almost immediately after your surgery
you will enjoy a flatter, firmer abdomen and a thinner waist.
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