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TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY)

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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Sydney

Tummy Tuck, also known as Abdominoplasty, is an operation designed to address a number of concerns with the abdominal wall. For many patients, it is far more of a reconstructive procedure than a cosmetic procedure. To accurately understand this issue, it's crucial to delve into the true meaning of the term "reconstruction." This exploration aims to dispel the common, albeit mistaken, belief that a Tummy Tuck is exclusively a cosmetic procedure. The definition of reconstruction is to return to a state (or create a state) that is normal for an individual's age, race, and gender. This becomes clearer when dissecting the meaning of the word "normal." In the context of the human form, normal refers to something functional or acceptable for that particular individual. Excluding those rare individuals with body dysmorphic disorder, ‘normal’ is in the eye of the beholder. The spectrum of normal is broad, meaning what is normal for one person may be abnormal if applied to another. The prevalence of a specific body issue does not make it normal.

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Standard Tummy Tuck

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What is a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)?

Tummy Tuck, also referred to as Abdominoplasty, is a surgery performed to address concerns that relate to the belly following trauma, pregnancy and/or weight loss. The most common concerns are stretch marks (scars caused by skin that has been forced to stretch too much too quickly), excess skin, excess fatty tissue and weakened separated muscles. Other problems can include hernias involving the belly button and significant abdominal wall muscle separation that can affect posture and result in lower back pain. In addition, individuals can express concerns regarding their pubic area which includes fullness and ptosis (droop). This typically causes difficulties with tight fitting clothing and hygiene problems.

These concerns can be addressed with a well-planned Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty). The excess skin can be removed including most, if not all, of the lower abdominal wall stretch marks. Doing this means removing many of the stretch mark scars that you can’t hide, and creating a single scar below your bikiki line that can be comfortably hidden. If required (and it usually is), the pubic area is thinned out and lifted.

Also, any muscle separation (along with any hernias) is also repaired. This is a vital part of most Tummy Tucks and provides significant functional benefits. Ultimately the purpose of a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) is to primarily change function (medical/lifestyle issues) and secondarily change form (appearance).

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Initial Consultation In Sydney, Prior To Your Tummy Tuck Surgery

If you’ve booked a consultation to visit and discuss Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Surgery, then there’s a few things to know about what happens on that day.

Firstly, upon arriving at our Sydney clinic you will be met by our friendly team, and they will walk you through the initial patient registration process. Once this is done, you will be ready to be taken through for your initial consultation with Dr Dona.

During this consultation, you will asked a number of questions, including about your relevant medical background, history of surgery, especially abdominal surgery, and your general tummy concerns.

Dr Dona will then carry out a physical assessment and assess your belly and all concerns you have with it, including skin, fat and muscle issues.

Once you are assessed, and if you are considered suitable for surgery, then a surgical plan is created to suit your goals. Of course, an important part of this process is ensuring you have a realistic expectation about the results achievable.

Dr Dona will then discuss the details of the surgery, your expected recovery period and inform you about the potential risks and complications that allow you to make an informed decision.

During this entire process you will be able to ask any questions you have related to your considered surgery. Fortunately, all of our patients are required to watch a number of explanatory videos prior to their first consultation to make the entire process as productive as possible.

Photos are then taken for our medical records.

Finally, you will then discuss with one of our friendly team members, the costs and any logistics regarding possible surgery dates.

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Different Types Of Tummy Tuck

The term Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) is really a simple term that encompasses any operation that reconstructs the abdominal wall. This is because the degree of problems one has will dictate the type of abdominoplasty that is necessary.

The different names applied to the different Tummy Tucks typically relates to the surgical scars created. Common names include:

MINI-TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY)
STANDARD TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY)
FLEUR-DE-LIS TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY)
OPEN BOOK TUMMY TUCK™ (ABDOMINOPLASTY)
REVERSE TUMMY TUCK(Abdominoplasty) – the scar pattern is isolated to the upper abdominal wall and lower chest region and lifts the abdominal wall skin. The scar does not extend to the back and is essentially the front half of a BRA LIPECTOMY (upper body lift).
BELT LIPECTOMY combines two operations: a Buttock Lift and a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty), which results in one continuous circumferential scar contained within the belt line.

Many variations exist within each type and the above is a very simplistic breakdown.

Standard Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

A traditional Tummy Tuck operation involves correcting all three abdominal wall layers; that is, the skin, fat, and muscle layers. A horizontal incision is made in your lower abdomen. This incision is usually made from hip to hip, just above your pubic region.

The resultant scar will appear under the bikini line and thus can be easily concealed by regular underwear. Another incision is made around the navel to free the navel from the skin and fatty layer.

The skin and fat are lifted from the underlying abdominal muscles to the level of the rib cage. The ‘six-pack’ muscles are usually stitched together from the top to the bottom to surgically tighten them. This helps to restore a normal alignment to the ‘six-pack’ muscles and corrects any central hernias. Additionally, tightening these muscles acts like an internal corset, strengthening the abdomen and helping create a stronger core. This muscle repair can sometimes help with lower back pain and continence issues. The skin and fat layers are then stretched down, and the excess skin and fat are removed from the lower abdomen. If required, the pubic area is lifted at the same time. Finally, a new opening is made for the navel, and it is stitched into position.

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Potential Complications

General Potential Complications From Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

More information on general potential complications can be found on our site. LEARN MORE

Whenever someone is having an anaesthetic, no matter what it’s for, then things can potentially go wrong. That is why no surgery should be considered “minor”. Of course, whilst the chances of the following potential problems occurring are extremely small, you still need to know about then:

Anaesthetic issues – which can affect heart, lungs or cause strokes
Allergic reactions – This can be very mild to life threatening.
Clots
- Superficial vein clots, which is a complication of the cannula or drip that’s placed in your vein
- Deep vein clots – these can potentially spread to the lung and be life threatening. We do several things during surgery and after surgery whilst you’re in hospital to minimise the risk of you developing these.
Wound problems – such as infection and breakdown
Bleeding – early or late
Death – whilst the chances of this is exceeding rare, any of the previous issues can result in this devastating complication.

All these potential problems are standard for any operation, although some operations and some patients have an increased risk of developing them.

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