All of us agree that cosmetic surgeries are more and more popular and affordable each year, which may be easily supported by the statistics and patients’ testimonials and comments on various forums. These procedures have definitely stopped being considered as the ultimate option, reserved for body abnormalities or defects only. An increasing number of people often chooses cosmetic surgery treatment, as the desirable effects are obtained rather quickly and relatively effortlessly. The prices have also improved, as there is a lot of competing clinics all around the world. Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) and Tummy Liposuction are one the most popular cosmetic surgeries. Frequently asked questions concerning these surgeries that I would like to provide answers to in this short article are: which surgery brings better effects? Are they for everyone? And generally – what is the key difference between these two surgeries?
The cosmetic surgeons inform that Tummy Liposuction is less invasive than Tummy Tuck, and it’s often performed as a complimentary to Tummy Tuck procedure in order to ensure the best possible effect. Tummy Liposuction deals with excess fat, and for many patients this procedure is quite enough to improve their shape and slim out the silhouette. Abdominoplasty, on the other hand, is performed in order to remove the excess skin and tighten the muscles, therefore it is much more invasive, and is advised only when necessary. Moreover, there are certain conditions that a person needs to fulfil to undergo a Tummy Tuck surgery.
Firstly, Tummy Tuck is not recommended to women who plan to get pregnant, as pregnancy will destroy the effects of the surgery. This surgery is especially effective in dealing with the excess skin and stretched muscles that result from the pregnancy and giving birth. What is more, a patient considering having Tummy Tuck should keep a relatively steady weight for several months, as gaining or losing a lot of weight after the procedure will also damage its results. Tummy Liposuction, on the other hand, is suitable for anyone who is having a problem with the abdomen fat, however if you are a woman that have already given birth and you are through with having more children, a surgeon will most probably suggest a Tummy Tuck for you.
Secondly, the recovery period after Abdominoplasty is longer than that after Tummy Liposuction. The swelling and soreness may last up to 3-4 months following the surgery, and only after such time you can expect seeing some shape of the final results. During this time a patient should restrain him- or herself from heavy exercising, strenuous work or activities. Tummy Liposuction, however, usually requires several weeks of recovery, after which a patient may come back to his or her normal, daily routines and activities. Furthermore, Tummy Tuck involves a permanent and prominent scar, due to the incision made during the operation, while in case of Tummy Liposuction the scar is usually minimal, as it is done with a thin tube-cannula that requires much smaller incision. Sometimes, the ineffective convalescence after Tummy Tuck may result in loose skin and cause the scarring to become worse, and then a corrective surgery is necessary.
Nevertheless, most of cosmetic surgeons agree that if you fulfil the above-mentioned conditions, do not mind the recovery period and would like to achieve the best possible results, a combination of Tummy Tuck and Tummy Liposuction would be the most effective and fairly permanent solution.