A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, is one of the most common body contouring procedures for men and women struggling with skin laxity and excess tissue in the abdomen. Whether resulting from multiple pregnancies or from a past weight gain, excess stomach skin is impossible to get rid of with exercise and can create an unflattering midsection appearance. But what about when it comes to including liposuction with your tummy tuck?
When to Consider Lipo
Liposuction is a surgical method of permanent fat cell reduction. Most liposuction patients are men or women who have already reached their ideal weight, but find that certain problem spots persist despite their best dieting and exercising efforts. This is because fat cells in the subcutaneous layer are notoriously difficult to treat with a healthy lifestyle alone.
Including Lipo with Your Tummy Tuck
If you find that you have love handles, abdominal bulges or heavy thighs in addition to skin laxity and loose abdominal muscles, including liposuction with your tummy tuck may be the right approach to fine-tuning your figure. Keep in mind that a tummy tuck alone can address loose abdominal skin and tighten your abdominal muscles, but the procedure does not involve the removal of fat cells.
The Benefits of Combining Procedures
While some tummy tuck patients are able to meet their goals with a tummy tuck alone, many others are concerned with streamlining the areas around their stomach for a better overall appearance. By combining liposuction and a tummy tuck, you can achieve a slimmer, fitter look when dieting and exercise fall short.
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