When do you need a tummy tuck?

The excess flab and skin around your abdomen formed after weight fluctuations and pregnancy can alter your body profile significantly. A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty can be the last resort for people who have exhausted all other measures for weight loss to get rid of this flab. This cosmetic surgery helps to create a firmer, flatter and more defined abdomen by tightening the underlying muscles and tendons after removing extra fat and skin.

Tummy tuck procedure

Once the incisions are placed around the hip area, the skin is separated from the abdominal muscles. The muscles are then pulled together and stitched in place for a narrower waist and firmer abdomen. After this, the excess skin is removed and stretched over the newly tightened muscles. A sterile dressing is placed after closing the incision. Based on your condition, you may also choose to have liposuction along with a tummy tuck for a more appealing result.

Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck. At Sparha our team of plastic surgeons understands that anyone interested in cosmetic surgery will have questions before deciding whether this is the right treatment option for them. Here are some questions about tummy tucks answered.