Abdominoplasty

Types of Abdominoplasties

There are two different types of abdominoplasties: the “mini-abdominoplasty,” and the more invasive type, “abdominoplasty.” Both these surgeries may involve liposuction. In both surgeries skin and fat are cut away from the abdomen.

In a mini-abdominoplasty an incision is made just above the pubic area; fat and excess skin is removed from the middle and lower abdomen. The navel is pulled lower to compensate for the stretching and removing of skin. Minimal or no abdominal tightening will be required. Recovery time is usually very quick.

A full abdominoplasty requires a much larger incision. Skin is separated from the abdominal wall, all the way up to the ribs. Muscles are sewn together to tighten them, and a significant amount of skin is removed, requiring the patient to be bent over for 10 to 14 days. Usually within 2 to 3 weeks the patient is able to resume normal activity, except for lifting. There should be no lifting or pushing, putting strain on the stomach muscles, for up to 2 months.

Click here to continue to Page 8….