Weight Loss Information

An Introduction to Tummy Tucks


Abdominoplasty, or "tummy tuck" is a major surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the stomach and tightens the abdominal muscles. Many people who are unable to achieve desired results with traditional diet and exercise seek a plastic surgery tummy tuck. The tummy tuck is the sixth most popular plastic surgery procedure in the US.

There are different types of tummy tuck surgeries, and the main difference is how much work is done and how large of an incision is needed. A mini tummy tuck is only performed on the abdominal area below the belly button. A traditional tummy tuck surgery is performed on the entire abdominal area, from the lower rib cage to the top of the pelvis. When considering plastic surgery tummy tuck, it is important to meet with a qualified physician to discuss what options are best for you.

To determine if you would be a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery, ask yourself the following questions:

Are you within about 30% of your ideal weight?If you intend to lose more weight or become pregnant, you should probably wait to have a tummy tuck.

Are you physically and emotionally healthy?The best candidates for tummy tuck surgery understand the associated risks and have the good health necessary for proper healing.

Will you have the time to allow your body to heal properly?In some cases, an overnight stay in the hospital may be required, and healing can take up to 6 months to fully recover. During that time period, with your doctor's permission you will be able to return to most normal activities.

Can you afford the cost of a Plastic Surgery Tummy Tuck?Most insurance companies won't cover the cost of the procedure. It is considered elective surgery.

Further consultation with your physician will of course be necessary to ultimately determine if a plastic surgery tummy tuck is right for you. It is important to do some research about surgeons in your area before you seriously consider a tummy tuck. Referrals can be very helpful, and quality tummy tuck surgeons tend to be concentrated in certain locales.

For example, in Newport Beach there are many qualified surgeons to select from. Similar results can be obtained in the greater Orange County as well as in New York City. Be sure to check the surgeon's credentials with the American Board of Medical Specialties and your state medical board. In short, before your research before you decide on a tummy tuck.

Tummy Tuck Info provides detailed information on standard and mini tummy tucks, surgery and recovery procedures, and other advice, including the cost of surgery. Tummy Tuck Info is the sister site of Liposuction Web.


MORE RESOURCES:

Agriculture Ministry warns consumers: Do not use ‘Lida’ weight ...
Hürriyet, Turkey - Sep 2, 2007
Following reports that a weight-loss drug sold under the Lida brand name had killed one person in Turkey, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has ...


Weight loss through music
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, CA - 8 hours ago
For the most part, the upbeat melodies remind Graff of the Miami Sound Machine's music. in life, some are more focused on weight loss. ...


The Diet Fork: Weight Loss for idiots
DollyMix, UK - 2 hours ago
The plethora of different diets out there never fail to amaze me, from the lemon detox to the baby food diet, people just can't get enough of faddy diets ...


New Research on Weight Loss Surgery
WOAI, TX - 13 hours ago
Weight-loss surgery can help obese people shed hundreds of pounds, but now doctors say it can help them in other ways too. New research shows the procedure ...


Book Review: The Beck Diet Solution: Weight Loss Workbook by ...
Blogcritics.org, OH - 23 hours ago
Out the beginning of October is the companion to New York Times Best-Seller The Beck DIET Solution: The Beck DIET Solution Weight Loss Workbook. ...


Instant weight loss with Desso’s magic flying carpet
Flight International - Sep 2, 2007
Desso is announcing a new 400g/m 2 woollen carpet at the show that is 25% lighter than available standard carpets. The Dutch manufacturer has created the ...


National Post

Research suggests diabetics more likely to have eating disorder
National Post, Canada - 20 hours ago
By Meagan Fitzpatrick, CanWest News Service Think you've heard every weight loss trick in the book? Well, there's one that is specific to people with ...


Weight-Loss Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes
Wall Street Journal - Aug 30, 2007
22) highlights a truth known for years: Weight loss mitigates, and in some instances cures, Type 2 diabetes. I have witnessed this in my practice many times ...


New York Times

Frontline Report: Weight Loss For the Overweight, Bad Advice by ...
New York Times, United States - Aug 30, 2007
For most, research shows, neither diets nor moderate exercise brings significant long-term weight loss. By GINA KOLATA Americans have been getting fatter ...


Weight Loss for Idiots? Fat Loss 4 Idiots diets
American Chronicle, CA - Sep 1, 2007
One of the diets I see listed most often in weight loss forums is the Fat Loss 4 Idiots diet. Though this diet is not new, it has been seeing a renewed ...

Weight-Loss - Google News

home | site map
© 2006