In 2004, the American Society of Plastic Surgeon (ASPS) estimated that 102, 738 tummy tucks Honolulu were conducted, 96 percent of which were women.
Tummy tucks Honolulu, also known as Abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure where extra skin and fat in the abdomen are removed. Tummy tucks Honolulu can also be performed to tighten abdominal muscles that are weakened due to acquired changes from weight loss, aging, and pregnancy.
Tummy tucks Honolulu are usually done with a general anesthesia. However, tummy tucks Honolulu can also be done using local anesthetic with a sedative. Usually, tummy tucks Honolulu take two to five hours of operation.
During tummy tucks Honolulu, an incision is done across the abdomen from hip bone to hip bone. A second incision will be done around the belly button to free it from abdominal tissues. The skin will be separated from the abdominal wall up to the ribs which will expose the vertical abdominal muscle. The abdominal muscle is then stitched to its new position while tightening the muscles and reducing the waistline. Tummy tucks Honolulu stretch and removes the excess skin after the muscles have been repositioned. The belly button will then be placed to its new location.
After tummy tucks Honolulu, the patient can expect a substantial recovery time as compared to other major plastic surgeries. It is advised to have a two to three week rest or recovery period before heading back to work and normal routine. Tummy tucks Honolulu may often not require an overnight stay in the hospital but others may opt to stay for a day or two depending on how extensive the procedure is.
The patient should expect abdominal pain and swelling after tummy tucks Honolulu but, the surgeon can prescribe a medication as the need arises. Scars from tummy tucks Honolulu may take nine months before they flatten and lighten in color. The scars will not completely disappear though clothing can conceal them easily. The surgeon can also recommend cream or topical medications after the patient has completely healed. Exercise is a advised after enough healing has passed. Instructions about proper post=operative care given after tummy tucks Honolulu. Tummy tucks Honolulu may not require a second procedure however, the patient can undergo the same surgery after giving birth.
Side effect of tummy tucks Honolulu can be avoided if the patient carefully follows the surgeon’s pre and post surgery instructions. Smoking is also prohibited to people who have undergone tummy tucks Honolulu. People who had prior plastic surgery in the abdominal area are also at higher risk.
There are alternatives to normal tummy tucks Honolulu which do not require large incisions and scars. One example is the “skin only” tummy tucks Honolulu which gets rid of the skin but leaves the muscles intact. Another example is the “mini” tummy tucks Honolulu which requires a small incision only along the bikini line.
The patient can guarantee safety if a qualified plastic surgeon will conduct one’s tummy tucks Honolulu. In the United States, a plastic surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery prior to performing plastic surgery. Board certification ensures that extensive training and updated technology and techniques have been passed by the surgeon.
