Abdominoplasty is most often used when it is necessary to restore slender shape, when excess fat and sagging skin have appeared on the abdomen as a result of excess weight, pregnancy or sudden weight loss.
When to resort to abdominoplasty
- "apron" on the stomach
- distended upper abdomen;
- loose skin on the abdomen;
- “diastasis” (divergence) of the rectus abdominis muscles;
- disfiguring scars after cesarean section;
- some variants of hernias.
To the question “to do or not to do abdominoplasty?” Let’s answer this way: “It’s worth doing if you are not satisfied with the appearance of your stomach, and other methods have turned out to be useless.”
Advantages of abdominoplasty in our clinic
- we practice the most modern techniques;
- operations are carried out using new high-tech equipment, which reduces the rehabilitation period;
- while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship, you will be pleasantly surprised by the price
- guarantee of effect for many years
- aesthetic seams
What types of abdominoplasty are performed?
Classic abdominoplasty
Indications:
- abdominal ptosis III or IV degree,
- hernias,
- rectus abdominis muscle separation
Features of the procedure:
- high efficiency,
- greater degree of trauma,
- long-term rehabilitation,
The operation lasts 2-3 hours and only under general anesthesia.
The new position of the tissues is fixed with special sutures, and after the operation a bandage is applied, which the patient will need to wear for a certain period of time.
Mini abdominoplasty
For minor changes in the lower abdomen and usually after a caesarean section, a mini abdominoplasty can be performed.
Peculiarities:
- the location of the navel does not change,
- Only a small amount of excess skin and fat can be removed,
- it is possible to remove the umbilical hernia (when required),
- minimal trauma,
- compatible with liposuction of the lower and lateral parts of the abdomen.
Time 1-2 hours. One relatively small incision is made along the bikini line. Remove excess skin and fiber. Strengthens the rectus muscles. Then stitches and drainage are applied.
Endoscopic abdominoplasty
Indicated for:
- relaxed abdominal muscles,
- there is no special excess skin and fat,
- skin elasticity is preserved,
- no fold in the lower abdomen,
- no hernia.
Features of the procedure:
- low morbidity,
- only small incisions remain,
- easy short rehabilitation period.
The duration of the procedure is 1-2 hours.
1 cm punctures are made around the navel and above the pubis. Through them, special instruments and an endoscope are inserted, through which the image appears on the screen. This allows the surgeon to control his actions without having to make a large incision. If necessary, liposuction is performed and the weakened aponeurosis of the rectus abdominis muscles is sutured. Then sutures are applied and drains are installed. After a day, the drainage is removed.
Abdominoplasty – tummy tuck
Many people dream of a flat stomach. Physical exercises and diets, which are often resorted to in order to correct figure flaws, do not give the desired result. Pregnancy, sudden weight loss or physiological changes make it difficult to maintain ideal body contours.
However, there is a solution. Abdominoplasty
eliminates the problem and allows you to take a big step towards your cherished goal - an ideal figure. The body looks fit and athletic, as if a person regularly works out in the gym.
Abdominoplasty
- surgery to correct deformity of the anterior abdominal wall.
Indications
Deformation of the anterior abdominal wall, characterized by the formation of excess skin or skin-fatty tissue, cannot be corrected either by physical activity or diets. After rapid and significant weight loss, sagging of the skin of the anterior abdominal wall occurs.
Many women know what postpartum stretch marks and sagging in the anterior abdominal wall are. Often postpartum deformity is the result of overstretching not only the skin, but also the muscles. In such cases, it is possible not only to remove excess skin, but also to restore the muscle corset.
Men today also suffer from the fact that their appearance, even with regular physical activity, is far from ideal. They often have skin-fatty deformation of the anterior abdominal wall, caused by excess fat. Causes: eating a lot of food, drinking too much beer. If there is an excess of not only fat, but also skin, the stomach, like an apron, descends below the groin to the upper thighs.
Contraindications
There are contraindications to the operation. These include both general contraindications to surgery and some specific ones. All these questions are clarified at the appointment by surgeons and anesthesiologists.
Operation
There are various surgical techniques. All of them leave noticeable post-operative scars. Our clinic also uses technologies that result in minimal scarring (mini-, laparoscopic abdominoplasty). The suture material used is of very high quality, allowing the formation of an inconspicuous scar. Normally, scars lighten over time and are practically indistinguishable from the skin. In addition, before the operation, the surgeon plans the incision in such a way that the scars can be hidden under underwear.
On average, the operation lasts from 2 to 4 hours, depending on the amount of excess skin and fat removed, the experience of the surgeon and his preferences. Before surgery, markings are made on the patient's body to determine anatomical landmarks and incision lines.
Anesthesia
Abdominoplasty
performed under general anesthesia.
Recovery
Complications after surgery are extremely rare. To reduce the risk of possible complications, the patient must strictly follow all the instructions of the attending physician. Some note that the previous sensitivity is lost, but over time it is restored.
After the operation, patients spend 3 days in the hospital, observing bed rest. Painful sensations can last 1-3 days, effective painkillers can get rid of them. Then, within 10-14 days, patients come for regular dressing changes.
Result
The final result of abdominoplasty
can be assessed after 3-6 months. The duration depends on the volume of the operation. The effect is pronounced and long-lasting, in contrast to conservative non-surgical methods. As a result, a woman gets the opportunity to wear tight jeans, tight dresses, and tight skirts. After such figure correction, many even radically change their image, rejoicing at the opportunity to wear stylish, trendy things.
Tummy tuck
done to both women and men. People get rid of uncertainty and complexes, get the opportunity to dress as they like, to feel confident in any environment - in the pool, on the beach, in tight-fitting clothes.
Many patients after abdominoplasty note, among the positive changes that have occurred, improvement in bowel function. You can read this in the reviews. According to patients, they get rid of such a problem as chronic constipation, without auxiliary measures. Surgeons explain this by saying that the internal volume decreases, the pressure on all abdominal organs increases and, accordingly, the tone of the muscles and intestines improves.
The postoperative scar normally looks thin and light, almost invisible on the skin. If restoration for some reason leads to the formation of a noticeable scar, it is corrected with laser or mesotherapy.
Reception
Reception of plastic surgeons is free - on weekdays from 10 to 18 hours (on Thursdays - from 12 to 18 hours), on Saturdays - from 10 to 16 hours by appointment by phone.
If you live not in Yekaterinburg, but in another city in Russia (Tyumen, Chelyabinsk, Perm, Khanty-Mansiysk, Surgut, Nizhnevartovsk, etc.), we can conduct a consultation remotely, using photographs. Please read the terms and conditions for obtaining a consultation in the section How to obtain a consultation.
Abdominoplasty cost
The final price depends on the volume of intervention, the cost of anesthesia, the degree of comfort of the room, the volume of rehabilitation procedures, etc.
The cost of tummy tuck is from 125,000 rubles.
Good cosmetic results are achieved in combination with liposuction of various areas.
Clinic patients suffering from ventral hernia combine surgery with hernia removal. If the patient has a discrepancy in the abdominal muscles, this is also eliminated.
The correction can be carried out simultaneously with endoscopic face lifting, rhinoplasty, liposuction, breast surgery: breast augmentation or breast reduction, as well as some other operations.
Our patients leave a lot of reviews about abdominoplasty, which can be viewed here.
ATTENTION! Smoking negatively affects the outcome of the operation, causing serious complications such as tissue necrosis. If you smoke, you must quit smoking 2 months before surgery.
For body correction surgeries (chest, abdomen, hips), patients pay for compression garments.
THERE ARE CONTRAINDICATIONS, SPECIALIST CONSULTATION IS REQUIRED
Subsequent recovery and restrictions
Restriction on physical activity is imposed for a minimum of 2 months. For the first month, you must constantly wear a special bandage, this will help the new flap take root better. It is recommended to refrain from sunbathing for a year after tummy tuck. It is very important to monitor the level of blood clotting and take special medications that prevent blood clots. It is advisable to drink clean, non-carbonated water and follow a light diet with low salt content.
A month after the operation, it is necessary to perform a massage to prevent unevenness and a feeling of tightness.
Indications for abdominal plastic surgery
They decide to undergo surgery at the Chance clinic in cases where other methods of returning the figure to its former shape are useless. Abdominoplasty is used in the following cases:
- after the birth of a child, when the stretching of the skin has taken an irreversible form;
- after a sharp weight loss in a short period of time, as a result of which the muscles lost their tone, and the skin and adipose tissue critically sagged, forming a kind of apron;
- hormonal imbalance, due to which fat is deposited unevenly.
Depending on the indications, tummy tuck may only include correction of skin and fat tissue without the formation of a muscle corset, and may also be accompanied by liposuction for excess fat deposits.
When can I go to work?
If your work does not involve heavy physical activity, then you can return to it in 7-10 days.
Possible complications
After abdominoplasty, the following effects most often occur:
- swelling,
- hematomas,
- accumulation of fluid (seroma).
There is also a risk of bleeding and postoperative infection, which occurs extremely rarely today thanks to the use of modern drugs, techniques and equipment. Infections can cause subsequent suppuration of the wound, but if all aseptic rules are followed, the risk is minimal. Heavy smokers and patients with endocrine disorders may experience impaired healing. In a modern hospital, the occurrence of all these complications is reduced to zero, and if they develop, our clinic has all the means to eliminate them as quickly as possible.
Common myths about abdominoplasty
You can't get pregnant after abdominoplasty
This is absolutely not true! Of course, it is better to abstain from pregnancy for a year, but these recommendations are more related to aesthetic indicators and do not harm the child or the expectant mother.
Visible scars remain after abdominoplasty
This statement is too exaggerated. Yes, scars will remain, but they will not be very noticeable, because a competent plastic surgeon will make incisions along the anatomical folds and will definitely apply very careful sutures.
There will be no stitches after abdominoplasty
There will be seams in any case. How the plastic surgeon will apply them is another matter. Usually, after surgery, the surgeon advises his patients to undergo a course of physiotherapeutic procedures and use special ointments. In any case, if you choose the right surgeon, abdominoplasty scars will not be a cause for concern.
Tummy tuck in Yekaterinburg
Abdominal correction surgery is considered one of the most technically difficult in plastic surgery. The price of abdominoplasty depends on the complexity of the tasks and the amount of work. To achieve the desired result, the surgeon has to work with skin, muscle and fat tissue, sometimes with abdominal hernias. The successful outcome of the operation largely depends on the patient’s health condition, therefore, before performing abdominoplasty, it is necessary to carefully examine the body - the list of tests is indicated on the website.
