Skin Tightening - Abdominoplasty

Oversized abdomen has always been a common concern, especially in cases of saggy belly with lots of excess skin and stretch marks, affecting the natural curves of women. As a result, abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is the most effective way to achieve a thin waistline, quickly removing excess and sagging skin, restoring a youthful toned waist.

How is Skin Tightening - Abdominoplasty performed?

Abdominoplasty is a cosmetic operation that involves removing damaged abdominal skin (dilated, wrinkled, scarred, or stretch marks) and stretching the remaining skin to create new abdominal skin. At the same time, it is sufficient to eliminate excess fat and treat damaged abdominal muscles by creating stitches to restore flabby abdominal muscles or herniation while eliminating excess skin.

Abdominoplasty can help decrease abdominal fat, remove loose skin, restore muscle tension, and create a firm, thin belly all in one procedure.

• Superior technology

Abdominoplasty at Ngoc Phu Aesthetic Hospital has many advantages that help bring the desired abdominal results.

• Firm and naturally gorgeous abdomen 

During Abdominoplasty, doctors carefully remove subcutaneous fat while also removing excess loose skin and reconstructing the abdomen with small stitches. The abdomen becomes firm, smooth and naturally beautiful after the surgery.

• Safe and scar-free procedure

Abdominoplasty is performed by a team of experienced specialists. During the surgery, customers are anesthetized to ensure safety and comfort throughout the operation. Doctors will use microsurgical sewing technique to small incisions so any visible scar will fade over time.

• Long-term stability

Doctors thoroughly remove excess fat and skin, allowing customers to own the desired beautiful waist with long-term stability after the surgery.

Who are the candidates for Abdominoplasty?

• People with an oversized belly, lots of excess fat and loose skin.

• People with abdominal prolapse and an imbalanced body.

• Those who desire to slim down their waist or reconstruct their waistline.

• Applies to both men and women.

• Preoperative evaluation and consultation

Customers are carefully evaluated by experienced specialists, who will also address any concerns or questions regarding Abdominoplasty and advise customers on the most fitted procedure.

• General examination and health check

Customers will have a general health examination before Abdominoplasty to confirm that they are qualified for the procedure in order for the surgery to provide the most desired outcomes.

• Locate and mark the excess skin to be removed

Doctors will locate and mark the excess skin based on the state of each customer's belly fat so that the Abdominoplasty operation can be completed quickly and precisely.

• Disinfect the abdomen area

The abdominal area will be thoroughly disinfected to ensure the safety of the Abdominoplasty process.

• General anesthesia

Abdominoplasty is a major surgery, so it must be performed in a specialized plastic surgery clinic or hospital. Customers will be anesthetized before the operation so that there will be no discomfort.

• Perform Abdominoplasty

Doctors remove excess fat and loose skin from the determined areas, then stitch the abdominal muscles and tighten the abdominal muscle system. The incision is closed with cosmetic sutures.

• Post-operative care

Customers will stay at the hospital for 3 to 5 days following the surgery to be cared for by a team of specialized doctors and nurses.

Post-operative care instructions after Abdominoplasty:

• To avoid infection, the bandage should be changed frequently during the first few days, and the wound should be cleaned as instructed by doctors.
• Avoid strong and direct impacts on the abdomen.
• During the first few days, it is important to wear a waistband to shape the abdomen.
• After Skin Tightening - Abdominoplasty, customers will stay at the hospital for 3 to 5 days to be cared for by a team of specialized doctors and nurses. After that, customers can rest at home according to doctors’ instructions.
• After 10 to 20 days, the body will gradually recover. Work and exercise can be continued as usual, but customers must be careful not to overwork and not carry heavy objects.
• It is essential to have a scientific diet with green vegetables in order for the wound to heal quickly.
• Avoid fatty meats, sweets and stimulant drinks.
• Schedule a follow-up appointment with the designated doctor.
• If there are any abnormal signs, customers should not be subjective but should contact doctors immediately for examination and treatment.

Does Abdominoplasty leave scars?

This is an issue that many customers are concerned about. Skin Tightening - Abdominoplasty generally employs specialized techniques to remove excess fat and limit invasion that creates bad scars, thus the incisions will fade over time. Therefore, customers can be completely assured that the process is painless and scar-free.

Customers should bear in mind, however, that only by choosing the proper hospital for a safe and quality Abdominoplasty can customers be completely certain of receiving the desired abdominal results without any unsightly scars. 

How long does it take for the abdomen to heal?

Skin tightening – Abdominoplasty is a procedure that can effectively solve the condition of stretch marks and loose skin in the abdomen, helping customers to get back in shape in the quickest way. Usually after the surgery, customers will stay at the hospital for 3 to 5 days to be cared for by a team of specialized doctors. After that, an additional 2 to 3 days at the hospital is required for doctors to instruct customers on how to clean the wound and what to eat after the surgery to help the wound heal faster.

The recovery time varies by individual, but the wound normally heals completely after 1 to 3 months following the surgery, and the scars will fade over time. At this time, customers can resume daily activities, and confidently wear clothes to show off a new slim, toned waist.

Is Abdominoplasty painful?

One of the most common concerns among customers before abdominoplasty is  whether this operation is painful and how it is performed.

According to cosmetologists, Abdominoplasty is a technique to remove excess skin and excess fat. The method utilizes anesthesia during the whole procedure, ensuring customers’ comfort, long-term effects and high safety.

Abdominoplasty pain levels vary according to the hospital or clinic that performs the procedure, as well as the doctors' ability. Therefore, customers should consult reputable places with modern machinery systems for a safe, effective, minimally invasive and painless procedure.