Tummy tuck techniques

Standard or full tummy, extended tummy tuck, fleur-de-list tummy tuck and mini tummy tuck

Extended tummy removes more skin and fat than standard so, it’s preferred after a massive weight loss

Fleur-de-list can correct the most amount of correction yet it causes more visible scars.

The mini tummy tuck can be used for only a small number of patients as it carries the least correction

The main difference between them is where the incisions are placed

At your first visit to the doctor, you will discuss the appropriate technique regarding your case and your goal.

Before the tummy tuck surgery

First of all, you should have enough sleep and rest well the day before the surgery

No food for 12 hours prior to the procedure

If you are sunbathing or tanning, you should put that on pause so that you don’t irritate the skin

You will undergo blood workup and medical evaluation with a close focus on cardiovascular and pulmonary status

You may have to stop some of your medications, for example, those which can increase bleeding such as blood thinners and NSAIDs (Aspirin) for 2 weeks before the surgery

You also have to stop vitamins like vitamin C and vitamin E for 4 weeks before the surgery

it’s very important to cut smoking before and after the surgery as well as cutting alcohol for at least 48 hours before the surgery

Steps inside the surgery

Your surgeon will mark your abdomen to indicate the location of the incisions, the center of your torso and the location of the repositioned navel

Medications are administered for your comfort during surgical procedures. The choices include intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Your doctor will recommend the best choice for you.

Then the surgeon will make the incisions which will be placed depending on the used technique

the surgeon will remove excess fat by liposuction or other methods. Your abdominal skin is then stretched down over your incision line and the excess skin is removed.

The muscles will be pulled closer together and stitched into a position to provide them with a more toned look. Abdominal muscle tightening will make the waistline appear narrower.

The surgeon may detach the original navel and place it in a more youthful location. Sometimes the old navel may not be reattached, but a new navel may be artificially sculpted

Finally, he will use tissue glue, sutures or staples to close the incisions.

Candidates:

• Above 18

• Not planning to have more children

• Do not have serious diseases and are in good health

• Non-smoker

• unable to achieve desired results after consistent diet and exercise.

• Patients who are at or near their ideal weight