After regimented dieting and exercising, do you still find yourself carrying a little bit too much excess skin or fat around your midsection? Tummy tucks help to firm and flatten your abdomen by tightening the muscles, getting rid of extra fat, and removing too-loose skin.
But when is the right time for you to consider a tummy tuck?
One of the most important things to understand about a tummy tuck is that it is not a weight loss solution.
As your body weight increases, so too does the amount of visceral fat (also called abdominal fat) that builds up inside your abdominal cavity between organs like your liver, kidneys, or stomach. Visceral fat is different from subcutaneous fat (located underneath your skin), the specific type of fat both tummy tucks and liposuction target.
To burn away visceral fat and improve your overall health, it’s important to:
Are you trying to choose between liposuction and a tummy tuck? Read our blog to find out which will be right for you!
Pregnancy and childbirth puts significant stress on your body – especially your abdomen. After having children, women will often find their abdominal muscles stretched and stomach more rounded. This condition (sometimes called diastasis recti) can also be accompanied by side effects like stretch marks and soft tissue.
Keep in mind that a tummy tuck won’t prevent you from becoming pregnant in the future. It is likely, though, that any post-tummy tuck results will be compromised as your abdominal muscles will need to stretch to accommodate your healthy, growing baby.
Since a tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure, you’re going to need to be prepared to take time to heal:
Your cosmetic surgeon will also instruct you to wear a compression garment for at least six weeks after your procedure to reduce discomfort and swelling. To ensure the best results, make sure you always follow the advice your cosmetic surgeon gives you.
For many people, this decision comes down to personal preference. Fall and winter do tend to be popular, since you’ll be ready in time for bikini season and compression garments can be warm and easier to hide under heavier clothing. If, however, you’re a fan of winter sports like skiing or skating, spring or summer might make more sense for you.
Work with an experienced cosmetic surgeon to decide what will be best. They’ll be able to work with you to find the approach that will be safe and give you the results (and body!) you’ve been dreaming about.
Brampton Cosmetic safely performs tummy tucks that exceed patients’ expectations. Our clinic has been serving clients in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), including Brampton and Mississauga, since 1994. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!
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