How should I get prepared for an abdominoplasty operation?
You should necessarily reach your ideal weight and maintain that weight for at least 6 months prior to the operation. You should stop smoking at least 4 weeks in advance. Consumption of blood thinners, multi-vitamin pills containing Ginseng, Gingko Bilbao, CO-enzyme Q etc., herbal products like green tea, linseeds, cherry stalk and tomato seeds etc. and all weight-loss products should be stopped 10 days in advance of the operation.
How is abdominoplasty performed?
Abdominoplasty operation is performed in a surgery room under general anesthesia. The incision is made on the same location of the caesarian section wound, but it is longer, extending to the sides. The excessive skin and fat tissue is resected. The gap between the rectus muscles which causes bulging in front abdominal wall is tightened with permanent stitches. Then the belly button is relocated on the front abdominal wall and the abdominal skin is tightly stitched. A drain can also be fixed on the front abdominal wall.
Can I have liposuction in the same operation?
The excessive fat tissue on the sides called the love handle, can be removed with liposuction.
What should I expect in the post-surgery process?
Abdominoplasty isn’t a much painful operation and the post-surgery pains relieve with regular painkillers.
You need to sleep with waist bent and knees under the tummy for the first 10 days following the operation. If possible, you should get to your feet on the same day immediately after the operation or the next day and walk while leaning forward. You can walk in upright position after 2 weeks. You also need to wear a special corset for 6 weeks following the operation. You can return to your sports activities after 6 weeks.
Will the position and shape of my belly button change after this operation?
Yes, both the position and shape of your belly button will change after this operation. The size of belly button is reduced for a more aesthetic appearance.