A tummy tuck could be just what you need if you are looking to enhance the appearance of your stomach, while shrinking the stomach and losing excess skin.
A tummy tuck can be an excellent plastic surgery option for you if you want to enhance your look,
shrink your stomach, and get rid of excess skin around your stomach. This procedure is excellent for people who cannot lose the fat on their abdomens with diet and exercise alone. Tummy tuck procedures have helped millions of people correct their figures after pregnancy, massive weight loss, and aging. Read these tips before you have the surgery done.
After tummy tucks, patients usually feel groggy. Some feel a little nauseous from the anesthesia. The abdominal area will become tender and patients will experience some pain and discomfort. Your plastic surgeon will give you a prescription for antibiotics and pain medicine. The antibiotics will help you prevent infections and pain medicine will reduce most of your pain, so make sure you take your medications as the doctor prescribed them to you.
You should take a week or two off work because it takes time to recover from tummy tucks. You should have a comfortable bed or couch and plenty of blankets and pillows around. Strenuous activity, showers, and baths are prohibited. You should not take a showers or baths for a few days, but check with your doctor.
After your doctor removes your stitches, you may be advised to begin performing light, non-aerobic exercise and to avoid strenuous exercise for 6 weeks. Light exercise can prevent stiffness and it may speed up the recovery process. Walking is also recommended after tummy tuck surgeries because it keeps blood clots from developing in the body and it reduces swelling. However, make sure you consult with your doctor before you start doing any kind of exercise.
After the procedure, the skin on your stomach will be numb. This is normal, and most people regain sensation in their abdomens in about four weeks after having surgery.
Your stitches or sutures will usually be removed in 10 days. Keep in mind that after surgery, some parts of the incision will heal faster than others. Some stitches may have to be left in for two weeks after surgery.
You will be wearing a support garment around your stomach after the procedure. You can wear a garment that is similar to a girdle or a wide binder. A compression garment helps to improve blood circulation, flush harmful fluids out of the body, speed up the healing process, minimize swelling, and help you recover quickly. You may need to wear a compression garment for the first few weeks or months, so consult with your doctor.
If you want to maintain your new, beautiful body, you should watch your weight after you have the tummy tuck surgery done. Consult with your doctor if you need help with your diet. You should also exercise your body after you recover from the procedure. If you eat low calorie, healthy foods, and exercise, you will look fantastic for many years to come.
