Important Considerations Before The Tummy Tuck Surgical Procedure

Many people try to reach a tight, flat stomach through cutting and exercise regimes. Sometimes this strategy doesn't bring the results you want. Fortunately, tummy's abdominal surgery (also known as abdominoplasty) will benefit you by removing excess skin and abdominal fat. When properly adjusted, it also restores weak or split abdominal muscles to give you a stronger and smoother body profile.

The Australian Association of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) identifies the following as the leading causes of sagging and loose abdomen:

- The age is increasing

- Many pregnancies

- Drastically reduce weight

- Descendants

Is Abdominoplasty Suitable For All?

If you are still planning to lose a lot of weight, then you should not consider abdominoplasty. A woman who plans to have children is advised to postpone the procedure until after giving birth. This is because the surgical procedure tightens the muscles vertically and the future pregnancy can separate the muscles.

It is also worth noting that surgery can cause permanent scars. You may want to consider the procedure if you do not want to.

How is the procedure performed?

Depending on the type of outcome you want, this surgical procedure can take between one to five hours. The results of the surgery you are looking for and the complexity of the procedure will determine whether the surgery is performed on an outpatient or outpatient basis.

During the actual surgery, you will be under general anesthesia. As a result, you will still be sleepy after the surgery; Therefore, you recommend that you have someone to guide you home. It is just as important to have someone staying home with you, for the first few days after the surgery, to help with the simple tasks.

When consulting a surgeon, he or she will decide if you need a complete or mini (partial) abdominoplasty depending on the outcome you want. Most importantly, you need to make sure the surgeon you choose is registered and complies with the rules and guidelines set by the Australian Health Practitioners Agency (AHPRA).

Preparing For Surgery

If you are a smoker, you must stop the habit completely for at least two weeks before surgery and two more weeks after the procedure. Smoking has been known to increase the risk of complications and delay healing.

Let your surgeon know if you are on any type of medication and he will determine whether you should stop taking it for a while or not, before and after surgery. This will be determined during the initial pre-operation consultation.

Of course, it is important that you take a full and balanced diet before and after surgery, as proper nutrition plays an important role in your healing process. Also, do not try an exclusive diet before surgery.

Before undergoing the surgical procedure, it is important to make sure your home is properly prepared for your personal care. Your pre-prepared home recovery area may include items and aspects such as:

- Has a lot of ice packs.

- Petroleum jelly for your surgical removal site.

- Call nearby if you need help or to see your doctor.

Before you go for surgery, as you well know yourself, set up an appropriate recovery area that will meet all of your personal needs.

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