Planning a tummy tuck
Before you commit to a tummy tuck you should be sure that you have completed your family and do not plan to get pregnant again. You should also commit yourself to a wholesome diet and regular exercise. A tummy tuck is a major execution and your money, discomfort, and risk will all be wasted if you fall pregnant again or allow your weight to fluctuate significantly.
As with all cosmetic surgery, you should first consult your Gp, even if you're planning to have the course privately. Your Gp is best located to propose you, and with a Gp referral your hidden surgeon will gain way to your full medical records.
Consultation
The first step in your medicine will be a consultation with your surgeon. It is important to be open and honest during this process to ensure you get the medicine that is right for you, and that you have realistic expectations of the outcome of the surgery.
Your surgeon will talk to you about your execution and discuss your reasons for having it. He or she may propose counselling before they agree to the operation.
You will also be asked a series of questions about your medical history, diet, and smoking and drinking habits, as these will all impact the success your surgery.
The tummy tuck procedure
Each execution is different, depending on the extent of the excess skin and fat, and basic muscle damage. However, the course will commonly last between one and two hours and include the following steps:
- A cut is made over the lower abdomen, commonly from hipbone to hipbone
- A second cut is made upwards past the navel
- The skin is lifted to give way to the basic muscle
- The muscle is repaired and any divorce stitched to create a tighter tone
- Any excess fat is removed
- The skin is stretched downwards to flatten the tummy and any excess is cut off
- The skin is stitched and the navel is repositioned appropriately
Recovery time
As it is a major operation, you need to allow enormous salvage time. The agenda will commonly run as follows:
- You will need to stay in hospital for 1-2 nights
- You will feel sore and swollen for any days
- Any non-dissolvable stitches or clamps will be removed after 5 days
- You should try non weight-bearing rehearsal such as swimming as soon as you feel able
- Some patients return to work after 2 weeks, but it could take 3 or 4 weeks
- You should wear a maintain garment for the first 6 weeks and avoid heavy lifting
- After 6 weeks you should feel fully recovered
Your clinic will give you detailed guidance about caring for your wound and any drains that have been put in place to clear it. You will also be given a series of aftercare appointments to ensure that all is well.
Risks
Although many thousands of tummy tucks are performed each year without any complications, you should be aware that there are some risks which can be serious. These include wound infections and blood clots. If you have any concerns, consideration any bleeding, or perceive a sudden growth in pain level, you should consult your clinic as soon as possible.
Very occasionally there is nerve damage during the surgery that can leave small areas below the belly button without sensation. This deadness commonly fades with time but can be permanent.
Scarring
Given the nature of the procedure, scarring is inevitable. However, your surgeon will do his or her best to position this below the bikini line and, where possible, in a natural fold or crease. You can minimise the scarring by massaging, moisturising, and even steroid injections. If this is important to you, you should discuss this with your surgeon in advance.
Cost
The midpoint cost of a Tummy Tuck in the Uk is between £4,000 and £5,000. However, as with any hidden treatment, your clinic option should also include factors such as the surgeon's perceive and qualifications, the clinic location and facilities, and your sense of confidence in the organisation.
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