What
Is The Difference Between Tummy Tuck and Liposuction?
by Sara Goldstein and Dr. Serota
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck, also known
as abdominoplasty, is a major cosmetic procedure to eliminate excess skin
and fat from the lower and middle abdomen and tighten the muscles of the
abdominal wall. The procedure is intended to dramatically reduce the
appearance of a protruding abdomen.
A protruding
abdomen can be caused by excess fat, weak abdominal muscles, heredity,
loose skin or pregnancy that has resulted in an over-stretched abdomen
that will not respond to diet and exercise. Increasingly, more people are
noticing these problems, as health becomes part of their daily lives. For
those having experienced massive weight loss, the only alternative to loose
overhanging skin is plastic surgery.
The best
contenders for a tummy tuck are men or women who are in relatively good
shape but have a large fat or skin deposit around their abdomen that doesn't
respond to exercise or diet. The surgery is also greatly beneficial to
women who, through multiple pregnancies, have extended their abdominal
muscles and skin beyond the point where they may return to normal. Loss of
skin elasticity in older patients, occurring frequently with slight obesity,
can also be improved.
Liposuction
Liposuction, a procedure
where localized fat deposits are removed to re-contour areas of the body
is performed through a tiny incision where a narrow tube (cannula) is
inserted through an incision and is used to vacuum the fat layer lying
beneath the skin. The cannula is pushed through the fat layer resulting in
a break up of the fat cells, so they may then be suctioned out.
Liposuction is best
performed on specific areas of excess fat deposits, such as the "love
handles" around the waist, and "saddle bags" on the thighs or extra
padding in the hip area. Localized fat deposits are frequently resistant
to diet and exercise. For this reason, liposuction is used to help achieve
a smoother body contour.
The premium candidates
for liposuction are average-weight men and women with firm, elastic skin
who have pockets of excess fat in certain areas. Although age is not a
major consideration, older patients may have diminished skin elasticity
and may not achieve the same results as a younger patient with more
elasticity in their skin.
A person may request
liposuction in the abdominal area; but after further investigation it may
be determined that they actually require a tummy tuck to achieve their
desired result. Sometimes a combination of both procedures may help them
achieve their overall new look.
Dr. Serota, Denver cosmetic surgeon,
would be pleased to talk to you further about both procedures and to
determine if you are a good candidate. Please contact our office today to
schedule your personal consultation.
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