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Do you want to improve the appearance of your body?
Abdominoplasty is a procedure for the removal of excess fat and skin from the belly area which, in most cases, also allows for the restoration of weakened or separated muscles. In fact, although the tummy tuck cannot correct stretch marks, they can be eliminated or somewhat improved if they are located in the areas of excess skin to be removed.
Thus, on the one hand, abdominal surgery eliminates the excessive volume of the area, so the patient gets a smoother and firmer abdominal profile. On the other hand, it is of great benefit to the back, since it improves the functioning of what is known as the abdominal press.
In the latter case, lumbar pain is reduced because the pressure on the intervertebral disc decreases by 20%. Similarly, by correcting the weakness of the area, the risk of lumbar hernias is reduced.
It is important to know that, like any other surgery, the abdominoplasty incision will leave a scar (variable depending on the case) that may be covered by underwear.
In addition, it should be noted that abdominoplasty is not a surgical treatment to treat overweight, but a technique for the removal of excess fat and skin. In fact, the results of this abdominal surgery are permanent.
However, the positive result obtained after the procedure may be diminished by significant weight fluctuations. For this reason, individuals who are planning major weight loss or women who may be considering future pregnancies are advised to postpone the procedure.
At Antiaging Group Barcelona we perform this cosmetic surgery intervention combined with liposuction of the abdominal area and flanks (known as love handles). Thanks to this lipoadominoplasty treatment we get better results redefining the body silhouette of men and women, according to their previous characteristics:
The operation requires 2 nights of hospitalization. Afterwards, rest is recommended for 7-10 days, after which moderate exercise can be resumed. After abdominal surgery, the patient may feel tightness in the belly area, as the abdominal muscles have been strengthened, but this effect disappears in a few days.
During the two-month postoperative period it will be necessary to wear a girdle and massage the abdominal area to promote greater skin elasticity. In addition, some patients may experience a decrease in sensitivity in the area, which also disappears with time. In very obese patients and smokers, healing may be delayed, especially in the suprapubic area.
Consult our experts and read the tips for a quick recovery after abdominoplasty. recovery after abdominoplasty.
El Dr. Guillermo Rodríguez Márquez es especialista en Cirugía Plástica, Reparadora y Estética, con una destacada trayectoria internacional en España y el Reino Unido. Licenciado en Medicina por la Universitat de Barcelona, se formó en Cirugía Plástica en el Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. Es Fellow del European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery y posee un Máster en Dirección y Gestión Sanitaria.
Ha trabajado en hospitales de referencia como el University Hospital of Birmingham NHS y el Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust, especializándose en cirugía de la mano y miembro superior. En España, formó parte del Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, donde dirigió la Unidad de Cirugía Plástica Infantil.
Yes, but they are extremely rare and are related to unsightly scarring, small asymmetries, infection. Smokers are prone to a greater number of complications and therefore it is recommended that they quit smoking about two weeks before surgery and continue to avoid smoking for another two weeks after surgery.
The cost of this type of surgery will depend on many factors, among which may be the amount of fat and skin to be reshaped, the surgery time, the surgeon’s experience, and the costs associated with admission to the clinic.
