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What is a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Tummy Tuck /ˈtəmē tək/
Noun:
1. Also known as Abdominoplasty, tummy tuck is a cosmetic surgery procedure of the abdomen that removes excess skin and wrinkles.
A stretched out tummy can be a cause of distress, loss of self-confidence and discomfort for men and women alike. Most commonly resulting from massive weight loss, weak abdominal muscles, pregnancy or loose skin that no longer responds to exercise and dieting.
A Tummy Tuck Toronto cosmetic surgery is designed to flatten a protruding abdomen by tightening the muscles in the abdominal wall and removing excess fat tissue and skin. This procedure is very common for both women and men. Ideal candidates are patients that have reached their desired weight and stabilized it. A Toronto Tummy Tuck cosmetic surgery is also common as a combination procedure combined with procedures such as liposuction and breast lift.
Why Consider a Tummy Tuck
A Tummy Tuck Toronto cosmetic surgery is the only way to get rid of excess skin after significant weight loss. The essence of the Toronto Tummy Tuck cosmetic surgery procedure is in reshaping the abdomen. A Tummy Tuck may be considered for a variety of reasons including but not limited to: post pregnancy excess skin and stretch marks, post weight loss excess skin, stubborn fat, excess fat in the waist line, skin folds under the abdomen, etc.. In brief, a Tummy Tuck in Toronto is the only real way to re-shape your abdomen when exercise and dieting won’t do it.
How Does a Tummy Tuck Work?
Our Toronto Tummy Tuck procedure, also known as the Abdominoplasty cosmetic surgery procedure will flatten your abdomen. The Tummy Tuck procedure itself involves removing excess skin and extra fat, tightening the muscles in the abdominal wall, pulling down the remaining skin of the upper abdomen. The result of the Tummy Tuck Toronto procedure is a firmer and flatter belly.
Tummy Tuck Recovery
Tummy Tuck in Toronto is a cosmetic surgery procedure and as any cosmetic surgery procedure there is a recovery period associated with it. The recovery and duration is fully dependent on your body type and the extent of your Tummy Tuck surgery. Some swelling and bruising is common after the procedure and you might not be able to return to work immediately. However, each patient experience is slightly different due to their body type and extent of surgery, the initial consultation will provide extensive insight into the matter.
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