All You Need to Know Before a Tummy Tuck

Fortunately, we are past the point when plastic surgery was the luxury of the wealthy and famous. Today, changing your appearance is way more accessible. Surgical procedures have become affordable, safe, and widespread. However, a lot still remains under a veil of misinformation regarding actual knowledge about each procedure and its consequences. Many people are afraid to undergo procedures such as a tummy tuck because they don’t know what they would be getting themselves into. We want to dispel the common myths surrounding this procedure and educate you so that you can prepare yourself for a tummy tuck. So, let’s start with all you need to know before a tummy tuck.

This is not a weight-loss surgery

First and foremost, we need to debunk this myth once and for all. When someone says ”tummy tuck” most people assume that they’re talking about a weight loss procedure, and they could not be more wrong. If you want to have a tummy tuck to lose weight – you’re about to be disappointed.

What is a tummy tuck?

Abdominoplasty, or as it is commonly referred to – a tummy tuck – is a surgical procedure of firming and thinning out the abdomen by pulling the skin, muscle, and abdominal fascia closer together. Admittedly, the ”firming and thinning out the abdomen” part sounds like a weight loss procedure. However, the trick (and the whole point) is in question – when is tummy tuck supposed to be performed?

The question – when and do you need a tummy tuck?

If you only have portions of fat around your abdominal area, with preserved skin shape and elasticity, you might want to look into other procedures, such as liposuction. Abdominoplasty is performed on candidates that have:

This means that abdominoplasty is indicated for people that went through a massive weight loss, often due to exercise or postpartum. Also, after pregnancy, there’s a lot of stretched-out skin and stretched-out abdominal muscles. That’s why a tummy tuck is one of the standard mommy makeover procedures.

Ideally, you should be at your ideal weight and BMI

Another proof that a tummy tuck is not a weight loss procedure is that you should already be at your desired weight before it. Also, keeping that weight and making it your standard weight after the procedure is essential. Why is that? Every oscillation in body weight will show on your skin. If it’s excessive, it will possibly stretch out your muscles too.

Considering that the whole point of a tummy tuck is to keep skin and muscles at bay, if you gain weight after it, it would be like you’ve done that tummy tuck only to get a scar. If you’re not at your ideal weight yet, we strongly recommend that you find a program that suits you and take care of it beforehand.

Will it leave a big scar?

Since we mentioned scaring, let’s discuss this question. A big bulky scar is something that patients worry about in every kind of surgery, especially one done for aesthetical reasons. No, abdominoplasty does not leave a prominent scar. Depending on how big of an incision the surgeon made, it will leave a thin, slightly pink scar close to your bikini zone. Other differences between scars depend on your skin quality, healing ability, and your surgeon’s technique.

Avoid heavy lifting to preserve your stitches

The healing process of a tummy tuck is not something you should take lightly. Like after every surgical procedure, you’ll need to watch out for any heavy lifting since it can tear your stitches apart. This might be a lot harder if you plan on undertaking major projects, such as moving right after your abdominoplasty. That’s why experts at promoversmiami.com advise hiring professionals to take care of the heavy lifting. After recovering from the tuck, there will be plenty of time to be active and do things around the house.

You’ll need help

If you’re a strong and independent person, it’s great. However, after every procedure of this range, be prepared to need and ask for help. Since you won’t be able to do any heavy lifting and you’ll need to rest to heal, you’ll need a helping hand to take care of all the everyday tasks you won’t be able to. But, it can be a truly bonding experience, so don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Make sure you do it for the right reasons

Another thing that you need to be aware of (and we don’t stress it enough in this line of work) is – plastic surgery can’t erase your issues with self-image. Sure, it can improve a thing or two and give you an instant boost of self-esteem. But, if you’re not at peace with yourself before it, you won’t be after it. Deep insecurities have their way of coming back and haunting you. Many people think plastic surgery is a magic cure for their confidence. But, if you don’t have it deep inside you, you’ll only keep finding what’s ”wrong” with you and undergo surgeries over and over.

So, before deciding whether a tummy tuck is the right choice for you, working on yourself and your self-image is essential. The healthiest prep for plastic surgery is to work on your brain. Surgery is only a tool that will bring out what’s inside. And, if you’re inside is not content with itself, it will show, and it won’t be pleasant. 

Final thoughts on all you need to know before a tummy tuck

So, there you have it – all you need to know before a tummy tuck. Consider all of these factors and the reasons you have behind doing this. If you have any more doubts or questions, don’t hesitate to contact our specialists. We want to make this world a little more happy place, filled with people satisfied with themselves. Remember to give your body some love and appreciation.