After weight gain, pregnancy, the abdominal area suffers first. Abdominoplasty, known as abdominal plastic surgery, is a procedure that results in tissue reduction by removing excess fat and sagging skin.
The distribution of fat is determined primarily by genetic and hormonal predispositions. Even relatively thin people can have excess fat in the abdomen. Abdominoplasty can significantly change the appearance of protruding parts of the body and help get rid of loose skin.
Indications for abdominoplasty
Plastic surgery of the abdomen is worthwhile if:
- you are concerned about sagging skin after significant weight loss;
- pregnancy has significantly affected the shape of the abdomen;
- you want to get rid of scars after surgery;
- you lack self-confidence due to a flabby abdomen and stretch marks.
If you intend to lose a lot of weight, it is recommended to postpone the surgery. This procedure will help women whose abdominal skin has not returned to its original state after pregnancy. Women planning to have a baby in the near future should also not rush to have abdominal surgery.
Contraindications to abdominoplasty may be:
- cardiovascular diseases;
- hemophilia;
- malignant tumors;
- pregnancy;
- high degree of obesity;
- acute infectious diseases;
- diabetes.
During the operation, a vertical or horizontal incision is made under general anesthesia. Then excess fat is pumped out, excess skin is excised, muscles that have separated are pulled together, and drains are installed. Finally, a bandage is put on. After the operation, the patient spends 2 nights in the hospital.
Mini-abdominoplasty is an operation that lasts only one hour; a procedure that allows you to remove excess fat and skin with a minimal incision. It is less burdensome for the patient and leaves a small scar. When removing at the same time, there should not be too much skin and fat.