Plastic and rejuvenating operations

Plastic and rejuvenating operations in Odessa

Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)

Abdominoplasty (from Greek abdomen - stomach) is an aesthetic (cosmetic) surgery performed to remove excess skin and fat from the lower part of stomach and to lift stomach muscles.

When is the time for abdominoplasty? Usually this procedure is performed in case of excessive deposits of fatty tissue on the stomach, skin tension after pregnancy or considerable weight loss, presence of scars in the lower part of stomach after previously performed surgical procedures. The entire body appearance improves after removal of skin-and-fat apron (excess skin and fat at the bottom of the stomach and restoration of more shaped contour. At the same time this surgery neither decreases weight nor treats fatness.

Which results can be achieved through this procedure? The fullest answer to this question can be received during consultancy with a plastic surgeon. There are various techniques, both for weight reduction and removal of local fatty deposits, and for body contours improvement. A patient’s task is to clearly set forth the problems which trouble him/her and which he/she would like to solve, those targets he/she would like to achieve, and a surgeon’s task is to explain which technique will most likely match the patient’s desire and match his/her ambitions. Sometimes abdominoplasty may be performed in conjunction with or even replaced with vacuum removal of fat tissue, which is also known as liposuction. You should always remember that any cosmetic surgery procedure may guarantee only improvement but not achievement of absolute perfection.

How important are psychological factors for this surgery? Emotional stability is one of the most important factors in the performance of any cosmetic surgery. New body does not guarantee new life and solution of all personal problems. Psychological state, more or less, determines the success and happiness in life. Abdominoplasty may improve your appearance; everything else depends only on you.

How is abdominoplasty performed? This surgery is usually performed under general anaesthesia. Excess fat tissue and skin in the lower one-third of the stomach is removed, the stomach muscles are lifted. In some cases belly button should be moved to a new position.

Does the surgery leave any scars? Despite the fact that any surgical procedure leaves scars there are special techniques which give a surgeon the possibility to make them as negligible as possible. In most cases scars can be hidden inside natural folds such as bikini line. At the same time the appearance of scar are determined by the individual reaction of tissues and peculiarities of healing processes which may vary from person to person.

Which results can be expected? The best results are achieved in patients whose weight is close to the norm, when there is flappy skin on the front surface of abdominal wall or moderately pronounced excess fat, or stomach muscles protrusion, The result of this surgery is usually long-lasting, however considerable weight fluctuations or follow-up pregnancy may somewhat lessen the effect achieved. You can receive the best answer concerning postsurgical prognoses during consulting with a surgeon.

Do you need to stay in a clinic? Usually you will be required to stay in a clinic for several days after undergoing abdominoplasty. Period of stay in a clinic depends on a patient’s general condition, the surgery extent, and a surgeon’s decision.

When can I resume my usual lifestyle? Duration of the postsurgical period makes up from 2 to 6 weeks. Most patients resume their work within 10-15 days. Heavy physical activities are prohibited for 1.5-2 months after the surgery. During this period it is recommended to wear a special belt for the best healing and achieving aesthetically correct stomach contour.

What does a patient feel after the surgery? Are there any complications? After abdominoplasty a patient may often feel some tension in the lower one-third of the stomach. It is a normal feeling. Temporary (up to several months) loss or reduction of sensitivity in this region is not a complication as well. Sometimes there is an afflux under the skin of the stomach, which may require removal. Inflammations are very rare; antibiotics are used to treat them.