The Tummy Tuck: Is It For You?

Sometimes a small amount of fat is removed in the process. The procedure is most commonly desired by those who have lost a lot of weight and are unsatisfied with the loose skin the weight loss has left behind. This is a common situation people are faced with after losing quite a bit of weight, particularly if they were severely obese or pregnant. The skin doesn’t always just snap back into place. A tummy tuck can get rid of that extra skin and give the individual the firm waistline they had before gaining the weight in the first place.

So how do you determine if abdominoplasty is right for you? Some people have legitimate medical reasons for having the procedure done. If the excess skin is causing you to get infections, it might be prudent to get the procedure done before something serious happens. If you simply don’t like the way your stomach looks in the mirror, that’s a legitimate reason as well. So then, who should not get a tummy tuck? If you are having a very difficult time keeping your weight under control, you may want to put off having the procedure. As with any form of plastic surgery, abdominoplasty is not without its risks. If you’re just going to gain all the weight back in the near future, it may not be worth the risks. The same thing goes for women who are planning to get pregnant in the future. If you have stable control over your weight and do not plan to gain weight again, you may be a more ideal candidate.

Of course, another factor that must play into your decision is the cost of the surgery. A tummy tuck is not cheap and you wouldn’t want to have it done by a surgeon who is doing it inexpensively. The range of prices are so vast that they are hardly worth mentioning here. Consult with several local surgeons and see what the average price is. Don’t go too far below the average price or you could wind up getting a hack job. As abdominoplasty is largely considered an elective, cosmetic surgery, most forms of insurance will not cover it. That means you’ll have to pay for the procedure up front or find some kind of financing.

As with any major surgery, the decision comes down to personal choice. Make sure you know all of the risks, benefits, and drawbacks and weigh your options carefully before making a final decision about whether or not to have a tummy tuck.