Maybe you have thought about have a tummy tuck to remove excess fat of the area. So surely you will know what it is about but you may still have many doubts. It is not for less because we are talking about a surgical procedure, which carries a series of risks.
Of course, we cannot always take the worst and that is why we will tell you everything you need to know about abdominoplasty. Since when it is more advisable to perform it to how painful it can be and much more. Surely only then you will be able to get rid of doubts as soon as possible.
What is a tummy tuck really?
As we have advanced, it is a surgery that is based on rebuilding the abdominal wall. More precisely, we can say that is responsible for removing excess skin, as well as fat from the abdomen area. But not only that, but also, the muscles of the walls of this place will also be reinforced. So, the purpose is to see a remodeled figure, more defined. Therefore, the body is more toned both in the abdomen and in the waist and the rest of the trunk.
When should a tummy tuck be done?
The truth is that there are usually no health problems involved when we talk or think about an operation like this. But rather in getting a better figure. Above all when there are quite considerable weight changes or after a pregnancy that we see how the flaccidity and the meat remains more hanging. Well, then it will be time to think about a surgery of this type. Although you have several options, depending on the area and the extent of the process. Thanks to a cut that can go from the beginning of the pubis to near the hips, the excess skin is removed and at the same time, the muscles will be reinforced.
how painful is it
Sometimes we like the idea of being able to show off a much more sculptural body, but we don't always let ourselves be carried away by that, rather the issue of pain also takes over us. So it doesn't hurt to know How much can an operation of this type hurt?. It is true that the postoperative period is not one of the most complicated. Since in a couple of days, or perhaps less, you will be able to return home with a bandage in the area, but that will be removed in a few days to place a girdle. So, in addition to the girdle that is perfect to facilitate healing, it is also convenient that you do not make efforts.
The first few days you will have the drains on, with the bandage that we have mentioned. Once one thing is removed, the other will also go hand in hand. Then, you can perform the cures at home, but you will always follow the instructions that your doctor tells you. But going back to the subject of pain, it is true that the discomfort will be present in the first few days and may worsen when we get up or go to bed Although for this you will also have a treatment that reduces any type of pain.
How long does it take to recover from a tummy tuck?
When we mention 'the first days' we refer to the first week. Absolute rest is not necessary, it is more, you should walk a little around the house. Even if it is with help and in a curved way. The first 7 days, the discomfort will be present and you will not be able to exercise for about 4 weeks.
For at least a couple of weeks, you will notice how the body and the area in question is more swollen. Something of the most common in the healing process. For this reason, the girdle is advisable, because it will help the recovery to be much more precise and faster. Rest and good nutrition will also make us start to feel better and in less time than we think, we will be perfect again and with a new body.