Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) for a Flatter, Firmer Abdomen
Skin, fat, and muscle that is lax and weak makes it very difficult for one to have a tight tummy. This procedure will help you remove any excess skin, tighten the loose and weak muscles, and give your abdomen a better shape. Many people opt for this procedure because of extensive body transformations. In Dubai, patients seeking corrective surgery for loose abdominal skin and muscles have the option of Tummy Tuck surgery.
Trusta Medical Centre offers tummy tuck in a safe and hygienic clinical environment. Excellent results that are completely natural is the goal of each and every member of our team.Loose and flabby skin along with weak muscles are commonly caused by pregnancy, quick weight gain or weight loss, and hormonal shifts.
While a healthy diet and physical activity will contribute to better physical conditioning, they cannot address the problem of loose skin and separation of muscles in the abdominal area.
Don’t hesitate to contact us and schedule an appointment with the tummy tuck surgery specialists with Trusta Medical Centre to hear all your concerns and discuss all the options for your desired tummy tuck.
What Is Tummy Tuck Surgery and Why Is It Used?
A tummy tuck surgery, or abdominoplasty, is a surgical solution for loose skin and weak or separated abdominal muscles. This surgery suits people who want a flatter, firmer abdomen with improved tone and shape.
Weakened abdominal muscles and loose skin are the common result of pregnancy, significant weight changes/ loss, natural aging, and hormonal shifts. Although a balanced diet and regular exercise improve fitness, they cannot tighten separated abdominal muscles or remove loose skin.
This surgery corrects sagging and loose abdominal skin, which diet and exercise cannot remove.
Contact us for a free consultation with the specialist that will give you the opportunity to ask as many questions as you wish.
How Does Abdominoplasty Work?
The surgery typically follows these steps
- Consultation and Exam: Our surgeon reviews your history, examines your abdomen, and finally outlines the proposed changes.
- Anaesthesia: We use general anaesthesia to keep you comfortable for the surgery.
- Muscle Repair and Incision:
- Skin Reshaping and Removal: Extra SKin is removed and the surgeon repositions the remaining tissue over the abdomen.
- Incision Closure: Our surgeon closes the incision using a very careful placement of stitches and paying close attention to the scar.
The surgery usually takes 2 to 4 hours, depending on the extent of treatment and the technique used. Most patients go home the same day. However, some patients stay under observation for a short period after surgery.
Who Is a Good Candidate for This Treatment?
This treatment varies from patient to patient, based on health status, condition of the abdomen, and the presence of loose skin and/or muscle separation.
This procedure generally suits people who:
- Individuals who are almost at their stable body weight, with loose abdominal skin
- people, either from pregnancy or from significant weight loss, who have loose skin
- Those with weak or separated abdominal muscles.
- Realistic and clear expectations of results.
- People without the smoking habit, or are willing to quit smoking before the surgery.
- People in good health.
During your consultation, our plastic surgeons review the factors mentioned above to determine the best surgical option for you.
Types of Abdominoplasty
Abdominoplasty has several variations. The technique depends on the extent of the excess skin as well as its location and the state of abdominal muscles.
- Full tummy tuck addresses the larger portion of the abdomen and has muscle repair as needed.
- Mini tummy tuck primarily addresses the lower abdomen and has a smaller incision than a full tummy tuck.
- Extended tummy tuck addresses the skin in the lower back and the flank on the sides.
- The fleur-de-lis tummy tuck uses horizontal and vertical incisions and suits individuals with a significant amount of loose skin, especially after major weight loss.
A mini tummy tuck is a smaller procedure with a shorter incision than a full abdominoplastOur surgeon will confirm which of these techniques is best for you.
Which Areas Does This Procedure Treat?
The primary area is the abdomen, but the extent of the surgery will vary depending on the techniques used.
Common areas treated during surgery include:
Lower abdomen – treats loose skin following pregnancy or weight loss
Upper abdomen – treats loose skin spanning a greater portion of the stomach
Abdominal muscles – tightened internally
Belly button – permanently repositioned to maintain ‘natural’ abdominal contour
Love handles – liposuction performed whenever required
When extra skin extends to the sides and the hips, our surgeon explain extended or ‘360-degree’ body contouring to you during the consultation.
Procedure for a Tummy Tuck in Dubai
Getting informed on the details of the process will help answer your questions. The steps of the procedure are as follows:
Consultation and Surgical Planning
Our surgeon takes the time to go through your medical records, perform a physical assessment of the abdominal region, and outline the treatment areas. This step outlines allergies, prescription medications, surgeries, and other pertinent details that prepare a surgical plan for the patient’s goals and needs.
General Anaesthesia
Prior to the start of the surgery, general anaesthesia is administered to put patients at ease and completely asleep for the duration of the surgery. The anesthesia team is responsible for managing the patient’s vital signs during the entire process.
Incision Placement
Our surgeon will make a horizontal incision in the lower abdomen within the natural abdominal line to ensure the scar placement occurs below the bikini line. The length and shape of the incision depends on how much skin needs to be removed.
Muscle Repair
The Surgical repair of abdominoplasty includes the rejoining and the tightening of the abdominal muscles in order to restore the core strength and create more a more flat stomach, especially for those patients with abdominal muscle separation caused by pregnancy.
Skin Removal and Contouring
We surgically remove excess skin and reposition the remaining tissue for a smoother firm contour, and in some cases we will reposition the navel in order to align it with the newly contoured abdomen.
Closure
We finalize the procedure with internal sutures and the placement of a compression garment.
Is Tummy Tuck Surgery Safe?
Abdominoplasty is generally very safe as long as it is undertaken by a qualified plastic surgeon in an accredited surgical setting. There are certain risks with any surgical procedure including infection, bleeding, and fluid retention, as well as unwanted scarring and prolonged healing times. Safety is our number one priority and we outline all these potential risks during your initial consultation.
- Our surgeons operate in an accredited DHA surgical facility.
- We perform pre-operative assessments to address any concerns or issues that may be of concern before surgery.
- The surgical facility implements a standardized approach to safety.
- We provide intensive postoperative care.
Tummy tuck cost in dubai
For the clinical details associated with abdominoplasty and the associated outcomes, the National Library of Medicine has a comprehensive report.
The price of abdominoplasty varies for every patient. Certain aspects factor into the cost, including the:
- Type of surgery mini, full, or extended
- Amount of excess skin and extent of muscle repair
- Fees of the surgeon and the facility
- The cost of Liposuction or other surgeries done in combination
The fee is determined by the consultation, as the surgery for every patient is different.
Meet with our surgeon for a consultation to discuss each of your concerns, and learn about the approach and expected outcome for your surgery.
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Tummy tuck before and after
The abdomen heals and recovers from surgery over the weeks following the procedure. Within the following weeks and months, the stomach shows a decrease in swelling, looks flatter, and firmer, with a smoother, more defined waist line.
Results of a tummy tuck also vary for different patients. During your consultation, your surgeon explains what outcome you should expect from the surgery.
Tummy tuck recovery After Surgery
Healing time is different for every patient, but recoveries look something like this:
Week 1: Recovery is mostly resting. Discomfort and tightness is also present during the early stages of healing as well as bruising and swelling. A special compression garment is used to control swelling.
Weeks 2-4: During this time light activities are done. Heavy lifting and exercise are avoided.
Weeks 4-6: Many patients recover to the point where they can resume their regular activities, as long as they are not overexerting themselves and following the surgeon’s guidelines.
3-6 Months: Settling swelling and the progression of a more defined abdomen is what you can expect.
Proper healing and our ability to assist you with your recovery is largely dependent upon our ability to time your follow-up appointments correctly, along with your diligent compliance with your surgeon’s aftercare instructions.
Why Choose Trusta Medical Center?
Safety, consistency, and trust are all reasons why patients choose to visit our clinic. High quality services and our safe surgical environment set us apart when compared to the competition.
In Trusta Medical Center, we offer:
- DHA licensed surgical facilities
- Experienced plastic surgeons
- Highly individualized surgical plans
- State-of-the-art surgical and post-operative care
- Honest and clear consultations and prices
Interested patients can check out our Breast Augmentation services too for a more comprehensive treatment plan.
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Weight loss and a healthy lifestyle can improve most aspects of your health and appearance, but sometimes loose tummy skin and strained abdominal muscles can still get in the way. Tummy Tuck surgery has improved abdominal firmness and shape in countless people in the UAE.
If you have concerns about the appearance and firmness of your abdominal area, consider booking a consultation at Trusta Medical Center.
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