The much-desired tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is primarily because of its results. Seeing the post-procedure results increases its appeal. Therefore, more people want it.
And, while this is a good thing because everyone deserves to be happy in their bodies, there are more intricacies about the results. Understanding the full implications of a tummy tuck is essential. You need to know exactly what recovery looks like.
Although this may sound ominous, do not worry. It is anything but complicated.
What are the results of a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck’s primary objective is to give you a smooth, flat stomach. By removing excess skin and fat, it allows you to tone your abdominal muscles better.
However, these results are not immediately visible. You see them when the surgery happens, and then the swelling begins. Swelling takes a while to settle down. Initially, you may even find it challenging to stand fully upright due to internal surgery.
However, this only lasts temporarily. Within a week or two, you will be able to stand fully upright again. Your profile will be much slimmer. The tummy tuck results in a flatter, firmer abdominal contour that looks natural and gorgeous.
The Compression Garment
Some surgeons also recommend compression garments for the first few weeks of recovery. Compression garments are like corsets that are customised for your body. They ensure that your desired shape is maintained.
The compression garment also creates a more athletic shape. Especially if your surgeon enhanced the underlying abdominal muscle contour for more toned results, the compression garment ensures that this is visible.
They are usually recommended for the first six weeks or so. They fit snugly and press the skin to the underlying muscle layer. And when they come off, your results will be crystal clear and very natural-looking.
Scarring
The main fear people have when they get abdominoplasty is the kind of scars. Part of natural-looking results is a lack of scars. But a complete lack of scars is not possible. Incisions are necessary, and incisions leave scars.
However, several expert surgeons have specialised a method where they make the incision low on the abdomen. It is made below the bikini line, and it is through this that the tummy tuck is done. Therefore, even if you stand in your underwear after your surgery, your scar remains hidden.
The incision is also very fine. This ensures that the resulting scar is equally faded. Such measures ensure that the final results look very natural and the overall results from your tummy tuck are gorgeous!
