What is it?
The "tummy tuck" is a major surgical procedure used
to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen
and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. The procedure
does produce a permanent scar, which, depending on the extent
of the original problem and surgery required to correct it,
can extend from hip to hip.
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Dr. Iacono follows one of
three tummy tuck protocols, depending on the condition of the patient:
- Removal of skin and fat. Transposition of umbilicus with reconstruction
of abdominal wall.
- Removal of skin and fat. Transposition of umbilicus without
reconstruction of abdominal wall.
- Limited resection of abdominal skin and fat, with or without
liposuction, without transposition of umbilicus and without
reconstruction of abdominal wall.
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What does it help & not help?
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Usually helps with:
- improved body contour
- excess skin removed
- Excess Fat
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Will not help with:
- general obesity
- stretch marks (may be improved)
- muscle tone will not be improved
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How long will it last?
Subsquent alterations in body contour may occur as a result
of aging and weight gain. |
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Surgical Considerations
Surgery is performed in an accredited outpatient surgery center
or hospital. Hospitalization is generally required when reconstruction
of the abdominal wall is performed.
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