Many people struggle with stubborn fat and loose skin around their abdomen, leading them to consider cosmetic surgical procedures like tummy tucks when exercise and diet just aren’t doing the trick. To ensure you’re choosing the right tummy tuck, knowing the different types is crucial. The two primary types of tummy tucks are full and mini. Let’s take a look at what the difference is between the two so you can be better informed when deciding which one is right for you.

Mini Tummy Tuck vs. Full Tummy Tuck

Mini Tummy Tuck

Are you looking for a less invasive option for abdominal surgery that can give you a flatter and smoother-looking stomach? A mini tummy tuck could be the answer. The procedure focuses on removing excess skin below the belly button and tightening the muscles underneath. In addition, the mini tummy tuck pairs nicely with liposuction for the upper abdomen.

Tummy Tuck

Many individuals aspire to have a toned and flat stomach, yet for some, diet and exercise alone may not be sufficient to achieve their desired results. In such cases, a full tummy tuck can offer a solution. This surgical procedure effectively removes excess skin, fat and tightens abdominal muscles, resulting in a more contoured appearance. Let’s delve into the benefits of a full tummy tuck and how it can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Mini vs. Full Tummy Tuck: Which One is a Better Option?

A tummy tuck can be transformative for those seeking a flatter, more toned abdominal area. However, choosing the right type of tummy tuck for your needs is important. A mini tummy tuck may be better if you have loose skin and muscles below the belly button. A full tummy tuck may be more suitable if you have loose skin and muscles from the pubic bone to the navel as well as above the belly button. Ultimately, consulting with a qualified plastic surgeon can guide you toward the best choice for your unique body type and specific needs.

Tummy Tuck and Pregnancy

Tummy tuck surgery can provide women with a smoother, flatter abdominal area, but the results may not remain the same if you become pregnant after the procedure. During pregnancy, bodily changes can impact the outcome of a tummy tuck surgery. As such, women should thoroughly evaluate their options and address any concerns with their surgeon before deciding.

Advantages and Disadvantages of a Full Tummy Tuck

A full tummy tuck comes with a number of advantages and a few disadvantages. When comparing the full tummy tuck to a mini, it’s important to go over the pros and cons.

Advantages

  • Eliminating Excess Skin.
  • Restoring Abdominal Muscle Tightness.
    • Factors such as pregnancy and significant weight fluctuations can cause the abdominal muscles to stretch or separate, leading to a protruding belly or weakened core. During a tummy tuck, the surgeon repairs and tightens these muscles.
  • Enhanced Contour and Proportion.
    • By improving the appearance of your midsection, the procedure can create a more balanced and visually appealing silhouette.
  • Improved Posture and Core Strength.
    • Weakened abdominal muscles can negatively impact your posture and core strength. A full tummy tuck addresses these concerns by strengthening the abdominal wall, which in turn supports your spine and improves your posture. Additionally, the enhanced core strength gained from the procedure can contribute to a better overall fitness level and a reduced risk of back pain or other related issues.

Disadvantages

  • Surgical Risk.
    • Like any surgical procedure, a full tummy tuck carries certain risks. These risks can include infection, bleeding, adverse reaction to anesthesia, poor wound healing, or scarring. Although serious complications are rare, it’s essential to discuss these risks with your surgeon and follow their pre and post-operative instructions diligently.
  • Recovery Time.
    • You may experience discomfort, swelling, bruising, and restricted movement during the initial recovery period. It can take up to 12 weeks/90 days to fully heal and resume normal activities.
  • Permanent Scarring.
    • The incision is usually made horizontally across the lower abdomen, just above the pubic area. It can be concealed by a bikini or undergarment.
  • Cost.
    • Costs include surgeon’s fees, anesthesia, facility fees, and post-operative care.

Whether you’re looking to fit into your favorite clothes more comfortably or simply boost your self-confidence, a full tummy tuck can play a significant role in achieving your aesthetic goals.

Advantages and Disadvantages of a Mini Tummy Tuck

When it comes to achieving a flatter and more toned stomach, a mini tummy tuck can be a suitable option for individuals who have specific concerns limited to the lower abdomen. Unlike a full tummy tuck, a mini tummy tuck focuses on addressing excess skin and muscle laxity in the lower abdominal region, offering a less invasive alternative. Let’s explore the advantages and disadvantages of a mini tummy tuck to help you make an informed decision about this procedure.

Advantages

  • Targeted Lower Abdomen Improvement
    • A mini tummy tuck primarily targets the lower abdominal area below the navel. It is an ideal choice for individuals who have a minor amount of excess skin and muscle laxity localized in this region.
  • Less Invasive Procedure
    • This procedure typically involved a smaller incision, usually below the bikini line, resulting in a smaller scar.

Disadvantages

  • Potential for Scar Visibility
    • There will still be a surgical scar, but even if it’s shorter, it may still be visible especially if you wear low-rise clothing or swimsuits.
  • Limitations on Addressing Upper Abdomen
    • This will not adequately address concerns related to excess skin or muscle laxity in the upper abdomen.

Ultimately, the decision to undergo a partial tummy tuck should be based on your personal goals, physical condition, and consultation with one of our qualified plastic surgeons at Our New Image Plastic Surgery. Consider the advantages and disadvantages and discuss your options to determine your best action.

Schedule A Consultation

If you are considering a Tummy Tuck, consult with either Dr. Homas or Dr. Brostrom at Our New Image Plastic Surgery. They will evaluate your goals, offer their professional recommendation regarding the suitability of a mini or full tummy tuck, and ensure that you receive personalized attention and exceptional care throughout the entire process.

To schedule a consultation today, call our San Antonio, TX office at (210) 988-9819 or use our online contact form.

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A lower body lift is a surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of your lower body. If you are bothered by sagging skin and want to redefine your contours, here is everything you should know about lower body lift surgery at New Image Plastic Surgery.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Lower Body Lift Surgery?

Lower body lifts are typically performed on individuals who have lost significant weight through dieting, exercise, or weight loss surgery. Sagging skin can occur in any area below the waist, including the buttocks, abdomen, hips, thighs, back, and knees. The procedure involves removing sagging skin in these areas while also tightening underlying muscle and tissue. This provides a more toned and youthful look while creating a slimmer silhouette.

It’s important to remember that every individual’s anatomy is unique, so what works for some may not necessarily work for others. This is why consulting with an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon before any cosmetic procedure is always highly recommended!

Lower Body Lift Options

The technique used in a lower body lift depends on the size of the area being treated, the amount of excess skin present, and your overall goals for this procedure. During your consultation with your surgeon, they will discuss these aspects to determine which type of procedure might best meet your needs. A belt lipectomy is the standard approach to a lower body lift but it can be combined with a tummy tuck or liposuction depending on your desired results.

Belt Lipectomy

A belt lipectomy involves an incision around the entire midsection from hip to hip. An “apron” or strip of skin is removed from the lower abdomen and the remaining skin on the thighs and buttocks is pulled up to tighten and re-contour the area. The incision and scar are hidden along the bikini line for an aesthetically pleasing result.

Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is a popular body contouring procedure that can be enhanced with the addition of a belt lipectomy. A traditional tummy tuck removes some excess skin from the abdomen and tightens the abdominal muscles but an apron removal of skin can create an even tighter, more toned appearance.

What are the Benefits of a Lower Body Lift Surgery?

One of the major benefits of a lower body lift is improving body contours while also removing stubborn fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise. In addition to improving body shape, it can help improve mobility by reducing the friction caused by sagging skin in these problem areas. The result is a more toned appearance of your lower body with improved posture due to less strain on your muscles and ligaments.

How Long Does the Procedure Take?

Lower body lift surgery typically takes between two to four hours, depending on how much work needs to be done and other factors, such as your pre-operative health status or modifications requested during consultation. Recovery time following surgery is usually two weeks, with swelling lasting up to six weeks post-surgery. The final results are typically visible within six months after completion of surgery when all swelling has subsided. However, it can take up to one year for optimal results. Although the procedure and recovery may seem lengthy, the results last for years!

Schedule a Consultation

To learn more about lower body lifts or discuss whether this procedure is right for you, please schedule a consultation at New Image Plastic Surgery in San Antonio, TX. Board-certified plastic surgeons Dallas Homas and Lisa Brostrom will help you customize your treatment to achieve your individual cosmetic goals.

 

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A tummy tuck has been a sought-after cosmetic procedure for both women and men for years. According to a leading cosmetic surgery organization, it is among the top five procedures performed in the United States every year.

Despite the number of people who have had the procedure, a lot of people interested in tummy tucks do not know what to expect following their recovery. Knowing how your body will heal can make the journey an easier one for patients.

Recovery Times Are Different For Each Patient

There is not a single determining factor on how long it can take for you to recover following a tummy tuck. Each recovery is different and depends on various factors, including general health, age, post-surgery care. After your surgery, your surgeon will talk about a more specific recovery timeline with you. Most patients begin feeling better around two weeks after the procedure, but full results won’t be apparent for up to several months due to residual swelling.

Types Of Tummy Tuck Procedures

There are a couple of tummy tuck procedures that are available. Other than a traditional tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty), there’s also the extended and mini tummy tuck. Extended tummy tucks will involve a longer incision, and requires more downtime for recovery. This is because the procedure is more invasive and wider-reaching than other tummy tuck techniques. Mini tummy tucks focus on a smaller area, and recovery time is considerably less, although not every issue can be addressed with this technique.

Recovery Expectations

Follow the instructions of your surgeon carefully both before and after surgery. Also, make sure to contact them if any questions or concerns arise. You can always rely on a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Dallas Homas after having tummy tuck surgery to have the best results. He has the necessary training and experience to provide the best possible care.

Immediately After Surgery

After a tummy tuck procedure, your abdomen is covered with surgical dressing. There are thin tubes placed around the incision to drain any excess fluid, unless you have had a drainless tummy tuck. You will feel groggy and disoriented as you wake up from the anesthesia, and someone will need to drive you home.

At Home

You must have someone to help you for the first few days that you’re home. You will most likely be given pain medications and will have limited mobility. You will need to rest on an incline to avoid putting unnecessary stress on the healing incisions. Having someone to help you at home during the recovery period can make it easier to get back to work.

Daily Care

Your doctor will help you figure out how to care for the various daily tasks you’ll do to help heal during recovery. Many patients are prescribed antibiotics and anticoagulants for a certain amount of time. They are also given topical creams to prevent infection.

A wrap will be given to you to wear to help reduce swelling and ensure you heal in the intended way. It is important to wear it each day. It should be worn constantly as long as Dr. Homas recommends it. It is very common for people who have undergone surgery to be told not to smoke or drink alcohol for a minimum of three months following their procedure.

Getting Back To Normal

Most people choose to take two to three weeks off work for recovery. If you have young children at home, you may want to enlist help with childcare during this time as well, because you will have restrictions on lifting and standing up straight for a while. It is usually best to avoid doing anything that could cause injury to your incisions during the first few weeks.

Side Effects In The Long Run

Some people experience a pull or numbness in their abdomen after a tummy tuck. This is normal and usually fades with time. For most, this sensation will disappear within three months.

Recovering From A Tummy Tuck Can Be A Process

A tummy tuck procedure can be a great way to improve your self-esteem and reach your aesthetic goals. Working with a plastic surgeon and other team members to prepare for your recovery can help make it as seamless as possible. To get started on your tummy tuck journey, set up a consultation with Dr. Dallas Homas or Dr. Lisa Brostrom at New Image Plastic Surgery in San Antonio, TX. They have years of knowledge and experience to get you the results you’re looking for!

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Most tummy tucks involve drainage tubes that are uncomfortable and can be painful. Despite these tubes, the tummy tuck remains one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries that individuals get. Thankfully, drainless tummy tucks have become popular recently, with many individuals qualifying to receive this type of surgery.

Drainless tummy tucks are as safe and effective as other types of tummy tucks. Sometimes, there are better results from a drainless procedure due to fewer scar holes from where the tubes were. Continue reading below to learn more about a drainless tummy tuck and the benefits associated with this procedure.

What is a Drainless Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck is also called an abdominoplasty. The procedure involves removing excess skin and fat from the abdominal region of a patient’s body as well as tightening the abdominal muscles, which can become damaged and separated for a variety of reasons. It is often performed for individuals who have lost a significant amount of weight or for mothers who have just given birth.

This procedure is performed in the OR located at our office and completed with Ivy sedation. Most commonly, an incision is made from one side of the hip to the other, and the excess skin is removed. Smaller incisions may be made to remove the skin as the surgery continues. Sometimes, liposuction is utilized to remove stubborn, fatty areas.

Differences between a Standard and Drainless Tummy Tuck

The surgical techniques between the two types are no different. The only difference is how the surgical wound is closed for healing. A standard tummy tuck involves two more incisions being made to insert two tubes that will drain excess fluid during the recovery.

A drainless tummy tuck utilizes multiple sutures through a process called progressive tension suture. The lymphatic system is utilized to drain excess fluids in a natural manner. Specifically, Scarpa’s layer is utilized as it remains intact. Sometimes, glue is utilized as well to hold tissues together.

What Does Recovery Look Like?

Most individuals go home on the day of the procedure. There will be some pain associated with the healing process. It should only range to moderate at the very most.

There will also be some tightness and swelling after the procedure, as well as bruising. You will be given prescription medications and should avoid physical activity. You should also avoid alcohol and smoking.

During the second week of recovery, the pain and discomfort will decrease. You should be able to resume normal activity within two weeks. Exercise can be increased within a month. Throughout this month, however, you will wear a compression garment for the best results.

So, What Now?

If you believe that a drainless tummy tuck is right for you, it is time to start the process. Contact our doctors, Dr. Lisa Brostrom and Dr. Dallas Homas, at New Image Plastic Surgery in San Antonio, Texas to set up a consultation. During this consultation, you will be able to ask all of your questions and receive specific information about the procedure and how it will work best for you.

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For many people, weight loss or pregnancy can be a journey. At the end of it, it can be disappointing to be left with pockets of stubborn fat or stretched skin. Unfortunately, these things don’t respond to diet and exercise. In these cases, a tummy tuck is one of the best options available. Whether you’ve already undergone a tummy tuck or are scheduling your consultation, it’s common to have questions about what to expect after your recovery. Here are some answers to common questions about tummy tuck surgery.

Why Do I Still Weigh the Same?

It’s important to remember that a tummy tuck is not a weight loss solution. You’re a good candidate if you’re at or near your ideal weight, meaning you won’t lose any substantial weight with a tummy tuck surgery. The amount of fat and skin removed during a tummy tuck surgery is usually not enough to affect the number you see on the scale, but rather your measuring tape and waist ratio.

Will I Regain Weight?

It’s still possible to gain weight after a tummy tuck surgery, although it may not be as concentrated in your abdominal area. However, the remaining fat cells may still expand with weight gain, affecting your results. For this reason, it’s important to have a well-established exercise and diet regimen in place before you consider a tummy tuck.

Can I Get Pregnant After a Tummy Tuck?

Yes. A tummy tuck surgery does not affect your ability to have children, so you should make sure that you have no future plans for children when you undergo a tummy tuck. This is because pregnancy can negatively affect your results and you might require future correction. A tummy tuck can be extremely beneficial after you’ve gone through pregnancy, however, since it can correct stretched muscles and skin.

Can I Get Another Tummy Tuck in the Future?

Ideally, you should only need one tummy tuck within your lifetime. You will still need to eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. However, if you gain weight or experience unfavorable results, it’s advisable to wait at least six months between procedures to ensure that you’re fully healed and can benefit from another surgical procedure.

How Do I Prevent Gaining Weight Afterward?

Maintaining your exercise regimen after a tummy tuck is vital to keeping your results slimmed and effective. If you don’t already have one in place, however, our doctors can help you create the right plan. Your healthy lifestyle plan should be based on burning more calories than you take in, as well as eating a varied diet with the right nutrients and vitamins. Dr. Homas or Dr. Brostrom can also recommend the right exercises to help tone and strengthen your abdomen for enhanced results.

Schedule a Consultation

If you think a tummy tuck is right for you and your body goals, then New Image Plastic Surgery can help. Dr. Homas and Dr. Brostrom can discuss your options and preferences during a consultation and make a recommendation for the right tummy tuck procedure for you. To schedule a consultation, contact our office by calling or filling out our online form.

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Getting A Flatter Stomach

Our abdominal areas are one of the hardest body parts to keep toned and flat. A flat, sleek profile is desirable for many. However, over the years, your stomach may gain excess fat and skin due to aging, genetics, or pregnancy. Luckily you can correct this by removing the excess skin and fat if other options aren’t working. An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a cosmetic procedure that restores the separated and weakened torso muscles while removing excess skin and fat tissues. The end result is a smooth, firm, and toned midsection. A tummy tuck can be performed for both women and men that have excess skin due to major weight loss can get this procedure to have a firmer midsection.

Better Results

To get an overall improved appearance you can combine a tummy tuck with other procedures like a Breast Lift, Breast Augmentation, Butt Lift, or Liposuction. This can be discussed during a consultation with Dr. Homas or Dr. Brostrom to see if you want to combine procedures.

Are You An Ideal Candidate For A Tummy Tuck?

The following are some ideal requirements to receive a tummy tuck.

  • Are in good health but have loose muscle, excess skin, and fat around the midsection
  • Close to their ideal body weight
  • Keeps a healthy lifestyle
  • Should be done having children

Top Reasons To Get A Tummy Tuck

To Remove Loose Skin Around The Abdomen

Regular exercising and dieting can help tone your abdominal muscles, but they cannot take away sagging and loose skin. A tummy tuck restores the normal anatomy of your abdominal muscles by realigning them to the midline and gets rid of excess skin and fat.

To Reduce Stretch Marks

Stretch marks usually occur when you have a significant weight loss or during pregnancy. They form due to the stretching of the skin. With a tummy tuck, many of your stretch marks will be removed with your excess skin, thereby drastically reducing the visibility of your stretch marks.

To Improve Scars

If you have had any previous abdominal surgeries that have left unsightly scars, some of those scars may get removed entirely with your tummy tuck.

To Wear Bikinis

Many women fear wearing revealing clothing because of their loose skin or unsightly scars. You can feel more confident wearing bikinis and other clothing because you have an improved abdominal profile. Often, the lower tummy tuck scar can be hidden by a bikini bottom.

To Improve Self-Confidence

Getting an abdominoplasty is more than having a flat stomach. It improves your self-esteem and confidence, allowing you to continue living your best life. You are bound to look and feel better than ever!

Considering A Tummy Tuck

It is essential to note that a tummy tuck is a major surgery that is done under anesthesia. It takes around three hours and the recovery time requires you to take it easy for at least two weeks. Typically, you can return to light exercise 4-6 weeks after the surgery. If you are thinking of getting a tummy tuck, ensure you are aware of what it entails. You can start the conversation by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Homas or Dr. Brostrom at New Image Plastic Surgery to get more information.

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With more time off for the holidays and the new year coming up, it’s the perfect time to restore your pre-pregnancy body with a mommy makeover! A mommy makeover is a combination of surgical procedures to address changes that have occurred after pregnancy and childbirth. If restoring your body and confidence is part of your New Year’s resolution, here’s what you need to know:

What Procedures to Include

The mommy makeover is highly customizable, so you can choose the procedures you need to address your unique concerns. The most commonly performed procedure after pregnancy is the tummy tuck. The abdominal area is highly affected by pregnancy, resulting in loose skin and tissue. With a tummy tuck, the abdominal tissue is tightened and excess skin is removed to achieve a toned appearance. Liposuction techniques can be used at the same time if stubborn fat is present.

The breasts are another area highly affected by pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you experience unwanted changes to your breasts after pregnancy, you might consider a procedure like a breast reduction to address enlarged breasts, or an augmentation with implants to restore volume loss. You might also consider adding a breast lift if you experience excess skin and sagging.

The Benefits of Combining Procedures

You might’ve thought you had to have each of your procedures done separately, however, it’s perfectly safe and even more beneficial to combine them. By having your procedures done at once, you won’t have to go through separate recovery processes. Instead, your surgical sites will heal together to reveal full-body rejuvenation. You can also expect to save money on fees by having the procedures done in one sitting.

To learn more about the mommy makeover or to start customizing your procedures, contact our office and schedule your consultation with Dr. Homasor Dr. Brostrom today.

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When it comes to achieving a toned waistline, there are a number of factors that can affect your results. The presence of loose skin and hanging tissue from weight loss, pregnancy, or age can be impossible to remove without a surgical procedure. Stubborn fat is also a common culprit and can be resistant to diet and exercise alone. With these cosmetic procedures completed by Dr. Brostrom or Dr. Homas at New Image Plastic Surgery, you can achieve a toned abdominal area and slim your waistline!

Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and tissue from the abdominal area. The skin can stretch during pregnancy, with a dramatic weight loss, or from gravity and aging. During the tummy tuck procedure, this excess skin will be removed and the underlying tissue is tightening to tone the midsection. The belly button will also be repositioned during the process. In an extended tummy tuck, excess skin and tissue that extends to the flanks and back can also be addressed. New Image Plastic Surgery also offers a drainless tummy tuck option which is very similar to a traditional tummy tuck, but sutures are placed within the abdomen, replacing and eliminating the need for drains. The results of the tummy tuck procedures are a flatter stomach without excess skin and tissue in the way! These results are permanent as long as you maintain your healthy weight. Scarring can be expected, but our board-certified plastic surgeons will ensure that this can be easily concealed below the bikini line.

Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical procedure using very tiny incisions and a cannula to break up and remove fat cells. Liposuction is commonly used in the abdominal area to remove stubborn fat and sculpt the tummy. For men, this often involves sculpting a more muscular looking abdominal, while many women wish to achieve an hourglass figure. Because only tiny incisions are used, patients can expect little to no scarring with liposuction alone. Once the fat cells are removed, they cannot return to the treated area.

Combining procedures

If excess skin, hanging tissue, and stubborn fat are all causing your poor abdominal contour, you might combine procedures to treat all your concerns at once! Liposuction techniques are often recommended during the tummy tuck process to remove stubborn fat and optimize body-recontouring.

To start slimming your waistline, contact our office and schedule your consultation with Dr. Homas or Dr. Brostrom today. They can determine which techniques are right for you to customize your contouring procedure.

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A drainless tummy tuck is just what the name suggests – a tummy tuck without the drains! Drains are an essential part of the traditional tummy tuck recovery process, working to remove any excess blood and fluid from the treatment site. But with a new technique, the need for drains can be eliminated, offering some benefits you’ll want to know about.

Same effective results

The drainless tummy tuck removes excess skin and repositions the tissue to recontour the abdominal area, just like a regular tummy tuck. The difference with a drainless tummy tuck comes at the end of the procedure. Instead of placing the drainage tubes, your surgeon will use quilting sutures in the abdominal fat and muscle layers. This eliminates the risk of a fluid buildup, and the need for drains!

Less discomfort

Like any surgical procedure, you’re going to feel some discomfort after a tummy tuck procedure. However, you can lessen your discomfort with the drainless tummy tuck. Without drains in place, you won’t have the extra pain of tubes sticking out or tugging on your skin. Instead, you can experience a smoother recovery without the discomfort of having drains in place or removed.

No Hassle

Dealing with drains during your recovery can be a hassle. If you’re freaked out by the idea of removing fluid from your drainage tubes, you might consider going drainless! Without the drains, you can also shower and dress more easily, without having tubes to watch out for. Instead, you can focus more on healing and feeling better, so you can enjoy your results!

For more information on the drainless tummy tuck, contact our office. We can schedule your consultation with Dr. Homas or Dr. Brostrom to determine if the drainless tummy tuck is right for you.

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While a tummy tuck can be a great way to achieve a slim, contoured abdominal profile, there are some great medical benefits that come with it as well. This is because a tummy tuck procedure includes steps taken to strengthen the muscles of the abdominal wall, which can become loose and ineffective from things like pregnancy, childbirth, and weight gain. Here are some of the conditions that tummy tucks can help improve.

Urinary Stress Incontinence

This condition is not one often talked about by women who have undergone pregnancy and childbirth, but many patients suffer from it. It’s usually indicated by poor bladder control and leakage, especially when movement of the abdomen is included (coughing, sneezing, laughing, etc.). By strengthening the abdominal muscles, it gives the pelvic region greater support and ability to manage the bladder.

Back Pain and Poor Posture

While the spine bears most of the responsibility for upright posture, the abdominal muscles are also important in supporting the torso and upper body. Although it’s a common problem that women experience back pain during pregnancy, many women also report back pain after childbirth because the abdominal muscles have become ineffective at holding up the spine and posture. Correcting the stretched abdominal muscles can sometimes lead to greater quality of life in patients who endure chronic back pain.

Ventral Hernias

Hernias are caused by a strain that causes the intestine or abdominal tissue to be pushed through the abdominal wall. Patients with loosened abdominal walls can be especially susceptible to hernias because it’s far easier for the tissues to push through the muscles. Often, corrective hernia surgeries include abdominoplasty techniques to prevent further hernias, since patients usually experience subsequent ones after the initial hernia.

A tummy tuck can be a great option for patients looking for solutions to the above conditions that can’t easily be corrected through diet and exercise. We also offer drainless techniques to make sure you get back on your feet as soon as possible. If you’re looking for more information or to discuss your treatment options with Dr. Homas or Dr. Brostrom, contact New Image Plastic Surgery at (210) 988-9819.

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