Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Surgery for Body Contouring
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Surgery for Body Contouring
Following pregnancies, frequent weight fluctuations, or rapid weight loss such as bariatric surgery, the skin in the abdominal area can lose its elasticity and sag permanently. Additionally, the abdominal muscles (rectus muscles) holding the internal organs can separate, creating a loose and bulging appearance in the abdomen (diastasis recti). The most definitive and aesthetic surgical solution for these deformations, which cannot be repaired by diet or sit-ups, is "Abdominoplasty" (Tummy Tuck) surgery.
What is Performed During a Tummy Tuck?
During abdominoplasty, which is a comprehensive plastic surgery intervention, three main goals are achieved:
- Removal of Sagging Skin: The excess skin tissue between the belly button and the groin area, which has lost its elasticity and is full of stretch marks (striae), is surgically removed completely.
- Muscle Repair (Internal Corset Effect): The loosened and separated abdominal muscles are tightened by bringing them back together in the midline with medical sutures. In this way, a solid "corset" is created from the inside, and the waist curve becomes evident.
- Belly Button Revision: After the skin is stretched, the belly button is repositioned into its new anatomical position to achieve a natural appearance.
Recovery Process
The procedure usually requires a 1 or 2-night hospital stay. Patients are required to wear a special medical corset for 4-6 weeks to support muscle repair and control edema. For the first few weeks, walking slightly bent forward rather than standing completely straight is recommended. The thin scar left by the operation is strategically hidden in the underwear line so that it remains under underwear or a bikini.
Results in any surgical or interventional procedure may vary from person to person. It is recommended to get a detailed opinion from your physician before the procedure.
