It is also known as tummy tuck. It is a cosmetic procedure. It is useful for improving the shape of the abdomen. There are some reasons to undergo the procedure; serious changes in weight, pregnancy, abdominal surgery (for example, C – section), aging, the natural body type. It also remove stretch marks, excess skin in the lower abdomen below the bellybutton.
Excess skin and fat are removed from the abdomen during the procedure. The plastic surgeon can reposition the skin around the bellybutton. It typically takes 2 – 3 hours.
The related area will be covered with surgical dressing. The surgeon recommends you to walk as early as the first day after the procedure. It is important to prevent It is possible to have small tubes which are placed along the incision site to drain any excess blood or fluid.