Tummy Tuck: Who Gets It And Why

Jun 30
07:22

2010

Andrea Avery

Andrea Avery

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With plastic surgery becoming more popular, we’re always hearing about how many people are getting surgeries like tummy tucks these days, but who are these people and what is their motivation. Here is an overview.

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The tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is about the sixth most common plastic surgery performed in the U.S. with more than 100 thousand procedures being done each year. About 75 percent of these patients are over the age of 35 and more than 90 percent of these patients are women.

According to an unofficial internet survey,Tummy Tuck: Who Gets It And Why Articles more than 85 percent of tummy tuck recipients say that the procedure was worth it. Even those who are still dealing with the discomfort of recovery will write that they would do it again. Who are these women and what are their motivations for undergoing surgery?

Most of these women are frustrated with loose skin and small fat deposits that have been stuck on their abdomen following child birth or large weight loss. They have probably lived a healthy, active lifestyle and are otherwise in good physical condition, but the stubborn belly will not budge.

Most describe themselves as having been well informed before undergoing the procedure. Women will describe having the procedure as “reclaiming their body” or “finally doing something for themselves”.

There is no question that we currently live in a society that places a great emphasis on physical appearance. Studies have even shown that people prefer others who meet a certain level of attractiveness. With today’s fashion, there is no question that midsection on display. Swimsuit season can be particularly difficult emotionally for women who are not happy with the appearance of their abdomen.

How one perceives their own physical attractiveness can also have a great impact on their personal self-esteem and confidence. The positive side of this is that most women typically get procedures like a tummy tuck for themselves rather than being pressured by a significant other.

Not surprisingly, the most common reasons for enhancing their appearance is as a means of improving their self-confidence. Surgery can make a woman feel more beautiful, feminine and self assured. A woman who feels good about herself often walks and stands with better poise and posture - she will radiate a beauty that goes beyond physical.

One piece of advice the recipients give is to carefully choose a doctor and be well educated regarding the risks, the recovery process and the scarring. It’s important to carefully evaluate the pros and cons of receiving the surgery.

The most satisfied consumers are usually also the best educated. When considering whether or not to get a tummy tuck take care not to get too wrapped up in the excitement of the outcome and lose focus on the process.

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