Many people are confused about which procedure to get to change the appearance of their belly. An expert explains if tummy tuck or liposuction is right for you.
As a highly sought plastic surgeon, I get many people complaining that they are not happy with the appearance of their abdomen or belly. If you are looking to change the appearance of your midsection, then you have options for different plastic surgery procedures that can do that.
Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, and liposuction are two cosmetic procedures that can tighten your stomach and make it appear flatter.
Although there is a high misconception that tummy tuck and liposuction procedures are meant to help you lose weight, they do not.
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On the contrary, they allow you to sculpt your body profile. These procedures may have similar goals, but they have critical differences in terms of how the process is carried out, the recovery time, and the cost. Patients looking to have a flat leaner tummy always question which one is right for them.
There are things to consider to know if a tummy tuck is right for you, or perhaps liposuction would be ideal. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide.
Tummy Tuck or Liposuction?
Let us examine each of these procedures to determine whether these procedures may be right for you.
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck’s goal is to remove excess skin and fat on the abdomen. The second goal is to repair an abdominal wall that has separation of the abdominal muscles, which makes the stomach bulge after pregnancy.
Tummy tucks are usually reserved for circumstances where the patient has excess amounts of loose skin. The loose skin may occur from drastic weight loss from pregnancy, illness, diet, and exercise. Usually, the patient’s primary concern will not be the amount of fat present but extra stretched or sagging skin that needs to be removed to tighten the remaining skin to present a more defined profile.
Women who have had multiple pregnancies often have extra skin after losing the pregnancy weight. If their main concern is loose skin, they qualify as ideal candidates for a tummy tuck in Dubai.
Liposuction
Liposuction is an invasive procedure that helps remove fat deposits on your body by using a patient’s anatomy to yield a very natural-looking and lean profile. Liposuction is suitable for patients who are looking to minimize minimal amounts of fat deposits around their abdomen, arms, hips, thighs, or lower back.
Usually, liposuction will be done as a standalone procedure if you generally have tight skin of good quality in the areas under consideration. This procedure involves body etching and has no or minimal effect on the overlying skin, which will contract and shrink to accommodate the underlying tissues.
What Are The Considerations To Be An Ideal Candidate?
It is essential to understand whether you qualify as a great candidate for a tummy tuck in Dubai or whether liposuction is preferable.
Although liposuction is not a one-size-fits-all procedure, a wide range of patients with different starting points and goals can have the process taken.
There are four things to consider if you are looking to carry out liposuction:
On the other hand, you would qualify for a tummy tuck procedure if you:
If you have a higher BMI and excess fat, you will not likely achieve your ideal body shape if you go ahead with Liposuction. Our team recommends losing some weight and changing your BMI to be near normal limits, then proceed with high-definition liposuction.
What are the Differences Between the Two Procedures?
General Anesthesia: For many patients undergoing liposuction, local anesthesia is used that makes it possible for patients to remain awake for the procedure. Due to extensive tissue manipulation, general anesthesia is required for a tummy tuck in Dubai.
Age: If you are 40 years and below, liposuction may better suit you due to better skin elasticity than someone above 50 years, whose skin elasticity decreases with age.
Process: During liposuction, the doctor will make small incisions and suction away fat deposits beneath the skin. The sculpting in various areas creates a well-toned and defined profile. For a tummy tuck procedure, the doctor will make an incision across the bikini area and lift off the excess skin and fat. He will then tighten the abdominal wall to provide an improved profile.
Recovery: The liposuction procedure is less invasive and will usually take about five to seven days to be back on your feet again. On the other hand, recovery from a tummy tuck takes about two or three weeks before getting back to your regular routine.
It is important to avoid strenuous work and request help from a family member or friend during the recovery period. When the doctor gives you the go-ahead, you can ease back to your regular routine.
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Conclusion
Liposuction aims to have minimal fat around your belly, while a tummy tuck creates a more defined and toned stomach. If you are looking for just a flat tummy with less fat, liposuction is the way to go. On the other hand, if you are looking for a more toned stomach and losing excess skin and fat, a tummy tuck is right for you.
Both of these procedures produce long-lasting results of a fully defined body profile, a flatter, leaner abdomen, and defined muscles. However, if you gain weight or experience weight loss, the results will not remain the same.
If you are still unsure what you need, Dr. Tarek Aesthetics will help you decide between a tummy tuck and liposuction. We will explain in detail which procedure is right for you and discuss with you your body goals. Schedule a consultation today with one of the qualified doctors at Dr. Tarek Aesthetic Clinic in Dubai. Find out about the cost of liposuction In Dubai. Read this article to find out about the price of tummy tuck in Dubai.
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