Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is a cosmetic surgery becoming increasingly popular. The surgery is gender-neutral and opted for by both males and females. Males often consider this surgery to get rid of excessive saggy or loose skin caused by extreme or sudden weight loss. However, men also opted for this surgery to improve their waistline and achieve a flatter and toned physique. Whereas females generally opt for this surgery to address concerns associated with the post-pregnancy body. The surgery helps women to get their dream body shape and restore their pre-pregnancy body. People seeking abdominoplasty in Hyderabad are usually referred to Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan. The surgeon holds the title for performing a maximum number of successful cosmetic surgeries. Thus, renowned as the best plastic surgeon in Hyderabad. However, if you are uncertain about the surgery and have any questions, consider this blog as your short guide for abdominoplasty. 

How Is Abdominoplasty Performed?

Abdominoplasty surgery is an invasive procedure that uses liposuction methods to remove unwanted and stubborn fat. The detailed steps of how abdominoplasty is performed are further mentioned below:

• Inducing anaesthesia to avoid pain and discomfort.
• Making incisions to gain access to fat and tissues underneath the skin.
• Separating skin, tissues, and fat. 
• Removing fat through liposuction using a cannula. 
• Tightening skin and abdominal muscles by pulling and shrugging 
• Trimming excessive skin to get rid of any saggy or loose skin 
• Re-draping skin around new contours. 
• Repositioning the Belly Button/ Navel
• Closing incision with dissolvable stitches. 

What Are The Different Types Of Abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty can be of different types and can be performed based on the targeted area and volume of the fat that needs to be addressed. These classifications are:

• Mini Abdominoplasty
• Full Abdominoplasty
• Lipoabdominoplasty
• Circumferential abdominoplasty

What Are The Benefits Of Undergoing Abdominoplasty?

The benefits of undergoing abdominoplasty surgery are:

• Flatter, Firmer Abdomen.
• Contours the Waistline.
• Enhanced Body Proportions.
• Improved Muscle Tone.
• Correction of Muscle Separation.
• Excess Skin Removal.
• Unwanted and Stubborn Fat Removal.
• Improved Body Image.
• Boost confidence.
• Improved self-esteem. 
• Posture Improvement.
• Support for the Back.
• Reduced Risk or Effective Treatment of Hernia.
• Strengthening of the Core
• Improved Mobility
• Eliminated saggy and loose skin 
• Reduced stretch marks 
• Long-term or permanent result (with proper diet and maintenance).
• Effective treatment for Diastasis Recti
• It can combined with other procedures and treatments to achieve more desirable and aesthetic results. 
• Better Clothing Fit
• Minimal scarring

What Are The Potential Risks And Side Effects Associated With The Abdominoplasty?

The potential risks and side effects associated with abdominoplasty are:

• Infection
• Minimal scarring 
• Delayed wound healing (if post-op care is not followed correctly by the patient).
• Swelling 
• Bruising 
• Bleeding (if pre-surgery guidelines are not followed by the patient)
• Fluid retention or fluid accumulation, also known as seroma.
• Inflammation 
• Mild pain and discomfort.
• Pooling of blood under the skin. Also known as hematoma 
• Asymmetry or Contour Irregularities
• Rare reaction to Anaesthesia 
• Unwanted or unsatisfactory results (if not performed by skilled and trained professionals)

Note: All these side effects can be subsided or avoided by consulting a skilled plastic surgeon with years of expertise in providing effective abdominoplasty. 

Get Expert Consultation From Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan For Abdominoplasty in Hyderabad!

Individuals who want a toned and contoured body can undergo abdominoplasty surgery by Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan, a leading cosmetic surgeon in India and the best and most trusted choice for abdominoplasty in Hyderabad. The surgery is opted for by people seeking an effective treatment for stretch marks, unwanted and stubborn fat, weak abdominal muscles, hernia, excessive saggy and loose skin due to extreme weight loss, and so on. Based on your specific concerns, the surgery can be categorized into mini abdominoplasty, full abdominoplasty, lipoabdominoplasty, and circumferential abdominoplasty. Considering abdominoplasty surgery? Get expert consultation to ensure desired and satisfactory results. For more information, consult Dr. Sandhya Balasubramanyan!