I am 3 weeks post-op from Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck. My surgeon didnt have to tighten my abs, so I believe my healing would be faster. He said I didnt need it done. In any case, what are the benefits of having it done?
Answer: Not all tummy tucks require repair of the abdominal wall.
Repair of the abdominal wall is performed when it is lax and contributes to abdominal prominence. Occasionally, it is not a contributing factor (usually a male patient) and repair is unnecessary. The surgeon judges this pre-op and at the time of the operation.
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Answer: Not all tummy tucks require repair of the abdominal wall.
Repair of the abdominal wall is performed when it is lax and contributes to abdominal prominence. Occasionally, it is not a contributing factor (usually a male patient) and repair is unnecessary. The surgeon judges this pre-op and at the time of the operation.
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Answer: What Are the Benefits of Tummy Tuck Muscle Tightening? Thank you for your question regarding the benefits of tummy tuck muscle tightening. Since your surgeon did not need to perform muscle tightening, you may experience a quicker recovery. However, for patients who do undergo muscle tightening, there are several significant benefits. Muscle tightening, or rectus plication, is commonly done during a tummy tuck for individuals with diastasis recti, a condition where the abdominal muscles separate, often due to pregnancy or weight fluctuations. By bringing the muscles back together, the procedure helps to restore core strength and stability, which can improve posture and reduce lower back pain. Additionally, tightening the abdominal muscles gives the torso a flatter, more toned appearance, and can enhance the overall results of the tummy tuck. While you didn’t require muscle tightening, those who do benefit from a stronger abdominal wall, improved contour, and sometimes even a reduction in related symptoms like hernias or postural issues. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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Answer: What Are the Benefits of Tummy Tuck Muscle Tightening? Thank you for your question regarding the benefits of tummy tuck muscle tightening. Since your surgeon did not need to perform muscle tightening, you may experience a quicker recovery. However, for patients who do undergo muscle tightening, there are several significant benefits. Muscle tightening, or rectus plication, is commonly done during a tummy tuck for individuals with diastasis recti, a condition where the abdominal muscles separate, often due to pregnancy or weight fluctuations. By bringing the muscles back together, the procedure helps to restore core strength and stability, which can improve posture and reduce lower back pain. Additionally, tightening the abdominal muscles gives the torso a flatter, more toned appearance, and can enhance the overall results of the tummy tuck. While you didn’t require muscle tightening, those who do benefit from a stronger abdominal wall, improved contour, and sometimes even a reduction in related symptoms like hernias or postural issues. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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April 7, 2022
Answer: What Are the Benefits of Tummy Tuck Muscle Tightening? Abdominoplasty or better known as Tummy tuck surgery is one of the most popular and effective cosmetic surgery for both women and men who are trying to achieve a flatter abdomen. There are numerous potential benefits of tummy tuck surgery. Tighten of abdominal muscles, removal of excess skin and fat pockets and repair of separated abdominal muscles are just a few benefits from tummy tuck surgery.
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April 7, 2022
Answer: What Are the Benefits of Tummy Tuck Muscle Tightening? Abdominoplasty or better known as Tummy tuck surgery is one of the most popular and effective cosmetic surgery for both women and men who are trying to achieve a flatter abdomen. There are numerous potential benefits of tummy tuck surgery. Tighten of abdominal muscles, removal of excess skin and fat pockets and repair of separated abdominal muscles are just a few benefits from tummy tuck surgery.
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November 28, 2010
Answer: Skin only tummy tuck
Why are you asking after the operation? I would hope that you would see reduction of excess or lax skin in the case of a "skin only" tummy tuck.
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November 28, 2010
Answer: Skin only tummy tuck
Why are you asking after the operation? I would hope that you would see reduction of excess or lax skin in the case of a "skin only" tummy tuck.
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February 3, 2009
Answer: Abdominal muscle tightening is key to getting a flat abdomen Most typical patients that seek abdominoplasty do it because they had developed excess abdominal skin due to pregnancy or weight loss. In both of these patients, there is usually significant loss of abdominal wall strenght which results in a "pouch". Therefore, it is essential to tighten the abdominal muscle, otherwise the patient would not get a flat abdomen. I can not comment about your specific case, since I have not examined you, but I suspect that if you have had pregnancies in the past, you would have benefited from tightening of your abdominal muscle.
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February 3, 2009
Answer: Abdominal muscle tightening is key to getting a flat abdomen Most typical patients that seek abdominoplasty do it because they had developed excess abdominal skin due to pregnancy or weight loss. In both of these patients, there is usually significant loss of abdominal wall strenght which results in a "pouch". Therefore, it is essential to tighten the abdominal muscle, otherwise the patient would not get a flat abdomen. I can not comment about your specific case, since I have not examined you, but I suspect that if you have had pregnancies in the past, you would have benefited from tightening of your abdominal muscle.
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