Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty is a common surgical procedure for removal of excess skin and fat from lower and middle abdomen in order to tighten the muscle and fascia of the abdominal wall. It literally means "tucking in the muscles of abdominal wall". It is mainly in demand from women after pregnancy and people with sagging skin after weight loss. The most common causes to develop loose, sagging or protruding abdomen are pregnancy, aging, significant fluctuations in weight, heredity and prior surgery. In most cases, abdominoplasty restores weakened and separated muscles creating an abdominal profile that is smoother and firmer.

The results of a tummy tuck are technically permanent, but are affected by fluctuation in weight at later stage too. It is a highly individualized procedure and a good option for the individuals with good physical health and a stable weight, people who have realistic expectations (not trying to imitate their ideals), are non-smokers and are pot-bellied. It is a useful option for the individuals who are fed up with dieting and physical exercise and want a flatter and taut tummy if their lovers have walked away due to the same reason. For many women confidence goes hand-in-hand with their best look. For thousands of women, achieving such confidence and satifaction comes after tummy tuck plus breast enhancement or "mama makeover" surgery. It is a major surgery and different from liposuction, though liposuction may be a part of this surgery. So people are warned to take it as last resorts that have exhausted all other options.