Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck is an abdomen-centered procedure. It is performed both to improve the shape of the abdomen and to make the general appearance more aesthetic. Basically, the excess skin and fat in the relevant area are removed, the fascia is tightened, and the abdominal wall is strengthened. As a result, a more toned abdomen image is obtained.

In What Situations is Tummy Tuck Performed?

You may want to undergo this surgery for so many reasons. If your body skin has lost its elasticity, if you have a problem with excess fat/overweight, or if your connective tissues in the relevant area have weakened, this surgery may offer you a good solution. Various factors may underlie the occurrence of such problems. Pregnancy, having had different abdominal surgeries before, aging, genetics, and sudden weight changes are some of them.

What Happens During Consultation?

The surgeon talks to the patient about the procedure. He might ask you to come to the clinic several times for different kinds of examinations. During your first visit:

• • Your surgeon gives information about the whole process.
• • Your medical background is reviewed.
• • Your health condition is examined.
• • If you have excess weight, your BMI (Body Mass Index) might be measured.
• • It is questioned whether you have a past or current health problem that prevents surgery.
• • Your abdomen is examined.
• • The risks and benefits are explained to you by healthcare providers.
• • Your surgeon may want you to avoid certain drugs such as anti-inflammatory medicines and blood-thinning drugs.

What Happens During the Tummy Tuck Surgery?

First, it should be noted that there are multiple operations within the tummy tuck procedure. The ideal method which was determined during the consultation will be applied. In this operation, the incision is made at first. The surgeon removes excess fat and skin and then tightens the fascia, that is, the connective tissue. The procedure covers the area between the belly button and the pubic hair.

Afterward, the skin is repositioned and finally, incision lines are stitched. The operation is completed in approximately 2-3 hours. Both how many operations will be done and which operations will be performed, as well as how much fat and skin will be removed from the relevant area are determinative of the duration of the procedure. The same factors also determine the incision length.

What Awaits the Patient During the Recovery?

The incision line is covered with a medical dressing after the operation. Also, small tubes are placed to drain excess blood and they stay a couple of days. Swelling, tenderness, and pain can be experienced. Your surgeon prescribes painkillers. He may also give you blood-thinning medications. You might be asked to take antibiotics for a while. You should be careful while moving. In order to experience a quick and trouble-free recovery process, you should follow your doctor's recommendations and the health team's instructions, and you must go to your doctor's appointments.