Out of all the procedures available in the abdominal area this one is performed to better the aesthetics of the abdominal region after pregnancy, dramatic weight changes or other surgical procedures that may affect this region of the body. The basis of this procedure is the tightening of the skin and abstraction of excess fat from the lower abdominal area. In order to leave no visible scars, the incisions are made in a horizontal manner below the bikini line.
This procedure is available for man and women alike, since it’s results are aesthetically pleasing for both genders and the procedure of tightening the abdominal muscles and reshaping of the belly button through skin tightening and fat removal from a horizontal oval shape to a vertical healthy look.
This procedure is performed with liposuction of the abdominal sides and back in order to achieve the best results possible. Patients fully recover after two weeks but they must attend to rehab therapy and wear a foam girdle so that the tissues recover and adhere properly.
In order for this procedure to work, patients must abstain from smoking 3 months previous to the surgery since nicotine and other substances acquired from cigarette consumption can delay the scaring and healing process.