Tummy Tuck: A Procedure for a Flatter Stomach

If you feel that your stomach looks too flabby even after dieting and exercise, you should consider having a tummy tuck procedure to flatten this area. The produce can make your muscles tighter and make stretch marks fade. Upon visiting a doctor, you will talk about your vision for a flatter stomach. You may want to bring pictures to represent how you would like your stomach to look. Your doctor can tell you if the outcome from the surgery can meet your expectations, and give you feedback on which results are likely achieved through the procedure. If you feel that your stomach protrudes, talk to the doctor about the procedure and ask him or her how the procedure can help you.

During your examination, your doctor will give you further information. He will examine your stomach to see the amount of loose skin and fat that you have in this area. You need to let your doctor know if you think that you would like to have a future pregnancy.

A tummy tuck can be performed in a hospital or as an outpatient procedure. Outpatient procedures can be more convenient, because you can go home the same day as your procedure. You are usually given medication so that you can sleep while the procedure is taking place. You may also be given medication to numb the area during the procedure. Ask the doctor about the type of medication that you will be given and how you will feel after the treatment is over.

During the procedure, the doctor can make incisions according to your physical condition and the ability to hide the scars under your undergarments or bikinis. You can discuss incision placement with your doctor before the procedure. As a result of the procedure, some of the areas where you have stretch marks due to pregnancies, weight loss or weight gain may be eliminated. The doctor will pull the skin, and tighten the area with sutures.

Talk to your doctor about your home care before the surgery. You should walk or stand up a bit to aid in your recovery. You will not be able to lift anything or bend during the recovery process. The doctor may ask that you arrange to have someone drive you home before agreeing to the procedure. Your doctor will also give you advice to prevent infections and tell you what you should do if you experience excess bleeding. You are also likely to make return visits to the doctor to remove drains that are placed in your body for the excess fluid that must be released. Most patients also wear a support that holds their body in place while it is recovering. The support garment is similar to a woman's girdle. You should not expect to see immediate results following your procedure. It can take months for the swelling to go down, and your scars will likely be pink for a while until they can begin to heal and eventually fade. Ask your doctor when you may resume