Why Would Someone Get a Tummy Tuck?

The abdominal area is most commonly affected by physical and health-related factors. Genetics, hormonal imbalances, rapid fluctuations in weight, aging, pregnancies, lifestyle choices, alcohol consumption, etc. may all lead to excess fat stores, loose skin, and flab in the midsection. Also, it can be challenging to lose visceral fat. Cosmetic surgical operations like a tummy tuck procedure offer patients a ray of hope in the form of quick and long-lasting transformation of the abdominal area for aesthetically pleasing results.

What is a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic or plastic operation that tightens the muscle tissues in the belly area and removes loose skin folds and extra fat.

Indications For a Tummy Tuck

The indications for a tummy tuck surgery include the following:

• The presence of excessive and loose skin and fat deposits (abdomen, hips, and waist)
  
  
• Diastasis Recti (disconnection and the weakening of the rear Abdominis muscles)
  
  
• Other treatments cannot cure stretch marks and loose skin in the lower abdomen.
  
  
• Aesthetic improvement of the abdominal area
  
  
• Improvement in self-esteem/self-confidence
  
  

Ideal Qualities For a Tummy Tuck

From a surgical perspective, an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck operation is someone who:

• Does not smoke
  
  
• Does not drink alcohol (or drinks in moderation)
  
  
• Is close to a healthy body mass index or BMI
  
  
• Enjoys a good overall health status
  
  
• Has no plans for a pregnancy in the future
  
  
• Has a steady weight
  
  

What Happens After a Tummy Tuck?

Although a tummy tuck comes under the umbrella term “cosmetic surgical procedures," it is a versatile and extensive surgical process that aims to achieve the following aesthetic and functional goals:

Removal of Excess Fat Deposits

A tummy tuck effectively removes excess fat accumulation around the stomach, waist, and hips. You should only consider having the procedure done if you are at a stable weight, though. Rapid fluctuations in weight compromise the results of the procedure.

Removal of Excess Skin

Sometimes excess skin folds remain after pregnancy or from weight changes due to ill health. A tummy tuck operation is an easy way to get rid of this unwanted skin. There is a limit to the amount of skin that can be safely removed by an abdominoplasty.

Expert cosmetic surgeons at Mayclinik decide the extent of skin excision after evaluating each patient before the procedure.

Correction of Diastais Recti

A diastasis recti is weakness and separation of the Rectus Abdominis muscles due to excessive stretching of the abdomen during pregnancy. It may show up either in the third trimester or even in the postpartum phase.

A diastasis recti leads to symptoms such as pain in the lower back area or even cause herniation.

The front abdominal wall gets strengthened while the abdominal muscles are sutured during a stomach tuck procedure. Correction of this defect improves posture, flattens the abdomen, and cinches the waist.

Addressing Stretch Marks

Several women have lower abdomen stretch marks and loose skin, which are very hard to remove. During the removal of excess skin from the area, a tummy tuck also removes such stretch marks.

It is important to note that a tummy tuck can’t remove stretch marks in areas without too much excess skin. 

Repositioning of The Umbilicus

Bulging of the abdomen and saggy skin leads to a lower-than-normal position of the umbilicus. Manipulating the skin, muscles, and fat in the abdominal area during a tummy tuck, may also move the belly button. 

Near the conclusion of the process, the cosmetic surgeon relocates the belly button to a more aesthetically convenient position.

Advantages of Having A Tummy Tuck

Other than the obvious advantage of an aesthetically pleasing appearance, there are many other adjunctive benefits of a tummy tuck procedure, such as:

• Improvement in core strength
  
  
• Improvement in posture
  
  
• Fortification of the anterior abdominal wall
  
  
• No back pain
  
  
• Better mobility
  
  
• Lower risk of infections and skin irritation due to excess skin folds
  
  
• Decreased risk of abdominal herniation
  
  
• Boost in self-confidence
  
  

Tummy Tuck Procedure In Turkey

The first appointment for a stomach tuck procedure at the Mayclinic Turkey includes an extensive history, examination, and investigations. This allows cosmetic surgeons to ensure that your tummy tuck surgery in Turkey is safe and successful.

A tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure performed under general anesthesia. You will notice improvements in your appearance during the post-op period, but it takes approximately 3 months for the swelling to go down and the final result to show.

The state-of-the-art facilities and access to versatile technological advancements in the field make Turkey one of the top medical tourism destinations for a tummy tuck procedure.