The Tummy Tuck: Is It Safe?

November 19th, 2008 by Andrew W John

The main reasons men and women may decide on this type of surgery may not always be cosmetic. More and more people are discovering the necessity of the surgery after pregnancy, particularly multiple births, and gastric bypass surgery. Those who have lost a lot of weight through gastric bypass or other means and find that their stomach muscles and or skin has not shrunk back into place and may need to go in for health reasons as well.

The affordability and accessibility of Abdominoplasty has made it a desirable goal for the image and health conscious individuals. The increase of educated and qualified doctors and the additional technology that supports the doctors, has contributed to making it nearly affordable for most people. The procedure can cost around 2500 dollars, but the total cost can be even higher, perhaps around 8500 dollars or more, depending on the surgery and its complexity or complications. Some price quotes are all inclusive, while others may charge extra for necessary services not listed in the quote. You can expect to pay for pre-op and post-op medical tests, operation and recovery room fees, surgeon fees, anesthesiologists, pre-op and post-op care, and for necessary medications.

Tummy tucks are becoming more popular because more surgeons are now starting to offer different financing plans to pay for the surgery. This helps out a lot of people whose insurance carriers will not pay for any or all of it. Also be aware that you will have to tell your insurance company about you tummy tuck, as it may increase your future insurance premiums.

The main reasons men and women may decide on this type of surgery may not always be cosmetic. More and more people are discovering the necessity of the surgery after pregnancy, particularly multiple births, and gastric bypass surgery. Those who have lost a lot of weight through gastric bypass or other means and find that their stomach muscles and or skin has not shrunk back into place and may need to go in for health reasons as well.

You will experience some pain after the procedure, but most the pain medication prescribed by the doctor will take care of that. You will also experience swelling and scarring at the site. Your doctor should also prescribe or suggest medication for this. You can expect the severity of these symptoms to last for only the first few weeks.

Normal recovery time is about 2 to 3 weeks of complete bed rest and then a few months of limited activity. Be sure to follow all instructions by your doctor to lesson the chance of fluid retention, hernias, blood clots, tearing, swelling, and other complications which can increase the pain and recovery time..

You can expect three stages of recovery. The first stage includes the post-op hospital stay where they monitor your progress and are on stand by in case of any complications such as infections or blood clots. The second part will probably entail a few weeks in bed either at home, at a hotel, or in a recovery facility. And finally you can go resume your life, where the first few months are spent in limited activities so as not to develop hernias or cause other complications.

The recovery time can also shorten if you have strong abs. If you do not have very strong abs, your recovery time may be longer. The scar tissue and swelling might now go away until about six months after the surgery.

As with any surgery, it is best to research and use caution before undergoing surgery. This will ensure safety and honesty.

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