Liposuction Site : What is a Tummy Tuck?

Have you ever considered having a tummy tuck procedure? If so, was it after a significant weight loss? Or perhaps you were under the impression it was more of a weight loss surgery. Often times, when someone speaks with their doctor about this type of procedure they may not be aware of the fact that it is a major operation and as such, there are risks involved.

Another term for this operation is abdominoplasty, where loose skin, and at times, skin that has stretch marks is removed. The abdominal muscles are usually tightened up with sutures as well. This results in a dramatic reduction of a protruding abdomen.

Of course, as with any operation there is some swelling and pain. Depending on the extent of the operation you may be discharged within a few hours, or remain in the hospital for several days. After surgery you will be encouraged to take a slow walk, however, it is likely that you will not be able to stand straight. Since the skin on the abdomen will be quite tight you will be instructed to remain bent over at around 45 degrees.

There will be drains placed in your body during the operation to remove extra fluid. While the drains are in place, you will be on bed rest with a very small amount of walking. Approximately 4 days after the operation you may begin to straighten up but your doctor will advise you to not overdo the movement. Remember, even though it is an elective surgery, it is still a major invasive surgery and recovery times will reflect this fact.

As an alternative to this procedure, your doctor may suggest having what is called a mini tummy tuck. This procedure targets the lower abdomen only, which reduces the amount of time the procedure will take, as well as being far less invasive. Your doctor will naturally speak with you about his findings and together you will be able to make an informed decision as to whether or not you would be a good candidate for the mini procedure, or partial abdominoplasty, as it is also called.

Some are under the impression that this method is the same as a liposuction procedure, but that is not the case. The major difference is that an abdominoplasty is performed to remove excess skin that has been stretched out, possibly after a substantial weight loss. Liposuction surgery is used to actually remove the fat.

Perhaps you just went through a major weight loss surgery and yet, it is not quite what you expected. You really didn't think your skin was going to look as bad as it does, all stretched out and hanging around your mid section. Your doctor may recommend another procedure such as the tummy tuck. While it is an elective surgery it may be necessary in order to remove the excess skin and tighten up the muscles.

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Today's Tip On Liposuction

The word bariatric by itself is not a word that comes up very often. However, it is used quite a bit as an adjective to medicine or surgery. It is from bariatrics, which is the branch of medicine that deals with the control and treatment of obesity. Of course there are guidelines in place that actually define obesity, at least for the purpose of determining if someone is a candidate for weight loss surgery.