Usually for a tummy tuck a lengthy cut is made right over the pubic region and runs across to each hipbone. Another cut is typically around the belly button, too. If you're getting a partial abdominoplasty than the belly button is not cut and the opening over the pubic region is considerably shorter. The resulting scars will become paler and smooth out over a period of time.

A-Tummy tucks do results in scars. The scar from a traditional tummy runs from hipbone to hipbone just above the pubic area along with a second one around the navel. This is a large scar, though it will fade and flatten with time. Mini tummy tucks typically involve shorter incisions and may not require the second incision around the navel, thus resulting in less scarring.

Otherwise known as abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck is a operative method intended to make the abdominal region look better. By getting rid of the extra fat and skin and reducing the muscles of the abdomen, the tummy is made flat. Usually the price of a tummy tuck is not covered by insurance, although in some situations, such as spreading of the anterior muscles or a hernia, insurance may cover a portion of the cost.

This depends on the location of the scars on your abdomen. Dr. Spence will discuss the risk to the blood supply when additional scars from a tummy tuck are placed. My girlfriend had a tummy tuck and formed scar tissue around her belly button, which closed it off. I am afraid of this happening to me. This is a risk of having a tummy tuck because the outer rim of the belly button is a circle. Formation of a hypertrophic scar can often lead to contraction of the belly button.

The visibility and length of the scars produced by tummy tuck surgery will vary depending on the type of procedure that the patient chooses and the amount of skin that is removed. A partial tummy tuck can leave just a single small scar, whereas a circumferential tummy tuck can leave a more visible scar that circles the abdominal area. Scars from tummy tuck surgery are unavoidable, but they can be easily hidden under a swimsuit or underwear.

Tummy tuck results can be extremely long-term. By eating well and remaining in good physical shape you can preserve it.

Even though times are different depending on each individuals situation, the common tummy tuck surgery can be anywhere from two to five hours long.

If anesthesia is used for the operation then it should not be hurt. You will, however, feel uncomfortable and have some tenderness. Your surgeon will provide you with medicine for these symptoms.

The panniculectomy or tummy tuck removes the excess skin and fat from the abdomen as well as tightening the muscles of the abdominal wall. Liposuction of the abdominal region removes deposits of excess fat only. Liposuction is a less invasive procedure than the panniculectomy.

Yes it can but it all depends on their location. All stretch marks and scars below the belly button will be completely removed after surgery.

This partial procedure removes excess skin in a smaller area of the belly (just the lower part of the abdomen) than with a complete abdominoplasty. Unlike in a full abdominoplasty, the belly button is usually not moved. The surgeon may tighten the abdominal muscles along with removing skin and fat. A mini-abdominoplasty can give very good results.

Tummy tucks are often associated with a scar from hip bone to hip bone. In this procedure, the belly button is repositioned causing a small scar surrounding it. Although the lower abdominal/pubic scar is usually covered when a bathing suit is worn, the scars are visible without clothes. The scars will fade with time.

Recovery time is different for each individual. Some, within two to four weeks, can go back to work after the operation, however laborious work should be delayed for four to six weeks after.

Danger can be involved with many types of surgeries. During tummy tuck surgery, the possible problems that can happen are: bleeding under the skin flap, blood clotting, prominent scarring, a virus, slow healing, loss of skin, and the requirement for additional surgery.

If you are in good health and have hanging abdominal skin or a fat deposit that is large and doesn't go away with exercise and eating right then you may be a good person for getting a tummy tuck. Some women after being pregnant or after gaining a large amount of weight will predominantly have an advantage from getting the operation.

Yes, your tummy tuck results will change should you get pregnant. Pregnancy can take apart the tightening of the vertical muscles which is done during the procedure. If you plan on getting pregnant then it's best to wait until afterwards to get the operation.

If the stretch marks are in the lower abdomen region, then a tummy tuck generally will get rid of them, however other stretch marks may not be removed. For an example, on the upper abdomen, stretch marks can be relocated further down, but they could become visually smoother and flatter. Spalding Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology | 120 S. Spalding Drive, Suite 315 | Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Depending on your desired results, this surgery can take anywhere from one to five hours. The complexity of your particular situation also will determine whether you have it completed as an in-patient or outpatient procedure. You will receive general anaesthesia, which will put you to sleep during the operation. It’s important to have someone with you who can drive you home.

The drains are removed in 7 to 14 days after the procedure when the drainage is less than 30 cc / 24 hours for each drain. The abdominal binder or a garment is used for compression. These may be taken off as needed. The brown tape or steri-strips can be removed after 5 to 7 days and scar massage is started. Please see the section on scar massage for instructions. Dissolving sutures are used. Gentle activity is encouraged. Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activity for 4 weeks following surgery.

Possible side effects include, but are not limited to, temporary pain, swelling, soreness, numbness of abdominal skin, bruising, tiredness for several weeks or months.

Almost all patients that have a tummy tuck will have drains placed during the surgery. There is no set time for the drains to be in place. Patients that have drains placed during surgery must track the amount of fluid put out by the drain. When the amount of fluid put out by the drain falls below 30cc over a 24-hour period for 2 consecutive days, then the drains will be removed.

Usually within 2 weeks of surgery, you will be able to drive. However, it may be sooner or later than this amount of time, and you must be off all the prescription pain medications before you can drive.

A-A traditional tummy tuck involves one long incision running from hipbone to hipbone just above the pubic area. A second incisions is typically made around the navel to free it from the surrounding tissue. A partial abdominoplasty usually involves a shorter incision and may not require the second incision around the navel. The incisions for a tummy tuck will result in a noticeable scar, though it will fade and flatten with time.