Fat cells can accumulate rather rapidly in certain areas of the body, such as the abdominal region. This can be frustrating to deal with, especially after experiencing childbirth. There are so many different ways to get rid of excess fat. Exercising and a healthy diet are great options, but they can’t always get rid of all the excess fat. Thankfully, there are multiple cosmetic procedures that address this problem. A few of the most popular procedures that address a flabby stomach are liposuction, body lifts, and a tummy tuck. All of these procedures can help you achieve a flatter stomach in different ways.
What Are the Procedures?
The different procedures performed at our office are all to help you in feeling more confident, but what do they entail?
Liposuction
This procedure is done by using a small cannula, which is inserted through small incisions, to suction out the fat with a surgical vacuum. This type of procedure is good for smaller amounts of fat and doesn’t usually help with large amounts of loose skin. It is often paired with a tummy tuck procedure to address these issues.
Body Lift
A body lift is a surgical procedure that helps to remove excess skin and fat around the abdominal region, including the hips and thighs. It is more commonly done on patients with massive weight loss. It is a more extensive procedure, so it often has more recovery time than liposuction or a tummy tuck procedure.
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck is one of the most popular forms of cosmetic surgery. There are multiple options for a tummy tuck including mini, full, and extended. The tummy tuck is a surgical procedure done under anesthesia that helps to get rid of excess skin and some fat cells, as well as tighten any weakened abdominal muscles. By making discreet incisions around the bikini line, the surgeon can then remove the excess skin on the stomach, forming it to contour to your natural body. It helps to create a firmer, smooth abdomen and can help in overall body contouring.
How to Choose?
All of these different cosmetic procedures help achieve a flatter stomach differently. If you are self-conscious about your abdominal region due to excess skin and fat, then a tummy tuck would be most helpful. Although liposuction is a mildly invasive procedure, it cannot address loose skin on the abdomen the way a tummy tuck can. A body lift can be helpful as well, as it is a procedure that addresses fat and skin excess all the way around the waist. The tummy tuck is one of the top five cosmetic procedures performed in 2017 and is performed on around 120,000 people per year. It has given proven results and is a long-term solution for reconstructing your abdomen to be firmer, smoother, and smaller.
Regain your confidence in your tummy by contacting Dr. Salzman today to schedule a consultation.