What is Tummy Tuck Surgery?
December 05, 2008 @ 05:17 PM — by unknown
Abdominoplasty, or a "tummy tuck" as it is colloquially known, is a form of cosmetic surgery designed to remove excessive fat deposits, remove flabby skin and tighten loose muscles in the abdomen. It is a major surgical procedure not to be undertaken lightly.
Candidates for Tummy Tuck
Individuals in good overall health are the best candidates for tummy tuck surgery, and the surgery is ideal for those who used to be obese or pregnant and now have excess fat or loose skin or muscles in their belly. Individuals who still plan to lose weight or bear children should not undergo this procedure.
In addition, tummy tuck is a major surgery and so individuals who are unwilling or unable to go for several weeks without smoking, who do not wish to have permanent scars, who have a low tolerance for pain, or who are not prepared for many weeks of disability should avoid this surgery. Many insurers will not cover elective surgery, so the financial burden of this procedure must also be considere