Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: January 2011

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

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Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Scalp Reduction Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Scalp Reduction Surgery: "Scalp reduction surgery involves removal of bald scalp and bringing the hair-bearing scalp closer to it to fill in the bald area on the sca..."

Scalp Reduction Surgery

Scalp reduction surgery involves removal of bald scalp and bringing the hair-bearing scalp closer to it to fill in the bald area on the scalp. In this operation the surgeon reduces the baldness by cutting out a segment of the bald scalp skin.

Duration of the procedure:

Scalp reductions require about 3-4 hours for each step of the operation.

Post-Operative Care:

You will wear a compression garment over the head to provide support, which should not be removed for the next few days following surgery. It is important to take the medication prescribed to you by your surgeon to manage discomfort from swelling and bruising. Someone will need to drive you home. Patients normally experience swelling and some numbness for the first few days following the procedure. Because the skin needs time to soften, tightness in the scalp is also common for several months after the operation. Scabbing is also common

Recovery Period:

. Most patients will be able to return to work within 3-5 days following the procedure.

Results:

We guarantee quality service and satisfying results of the operation but in cases of surgical corrections, patient can assure a free of charge revision.

Please see before and after photos of Dr.Juta’s patients in the Photo Gallery (photographs showed are with patient’s consent).

Possible Risks and Complications

There might be some minor complications and side effects of scalp reduction surgery. Some possible complications during and after the surgery include scarring at the suture lines, scalp skin “stretch back” at the excised bald area and central midline scar called slot deformity. Side effects of this hair restoration surgery include temporary discomfort, swelling and numbness in the operated area.

Anesthesia use:

General or local anesthesia with sedation

Hospital admission:

Scalp reduction surgery can be performed on an out patient basis or in the hospital under local or general anesthesia. You and your surgeon will discuss preferences.

Preparation before Surgery:

Assessment of the medical history (any allergies, serious medical condition and all medications taken both prescribed and non-prescribed), physical examination, and laboratory tests will be performed during consultation.

Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process.
You will likely to be asked to stop drinking alcohol, a week before the surgery and throughout your recovery period.

Avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery. Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.

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Thailand Cosmetic Surgery Procedures: Scalp Reduction Surgery

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Thursday, January 20, 2011

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Brachioplasty or Arm Lift

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Brachioplasty or Arm Lift: "Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift reshapes the under portion of the upper arm, from the underarm region to the elbow. Good candidates..."

Brachioplasty or Arm Lift

Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift reshapes the under portion of the upper arm, from the underarm region to the elbow. Good candidates are those individuals who may have sagging upper arms due to the effects of aging and weight loss.

During the surgical procedures, medications are administered. It includes either intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. Incisions are placed on the inside of the arm or on the back of the arm extending from the axilla (underarm) to the elbow, depending on the location and amount of excess skin to be removed as well as the surgeon’s preference. Then, tissues are tightened and reshaped with sutures resulting in a smoother and shapely upper arm. The incisions will then be closed with absorbable or non- absorbable stitches.

Duration of the operation:

The procedure usually takes 1-2 hours

Post operative care:

Following your surgery, you may feel some mild discomfort and the surgeon will prescribe pain medications to alleviate pain.

Dressings will be applied to your incisions, and your arms may be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a compression garment to minimize swelling. A small, thin tube may be temporarily placed under the skin to drain any excess blood or fluid that may collect.

Swelling peaks two to three days after your arm lift typically disappear within two weeks. Elevating your arm with pillows can help reduce swelling and increase comfort during recovery.

Dressings are typically applied to the incision. Many of the stitches will dissolve, but those that are not self-absorbing are usually removed within a week. Your surgeon may prescribe a compression garment to allow the skin to adhere to underlying tissues.

Recovery period:

You can shower one week after the procedure, and most people can go back to work two to three weeks after the procedure. Your surgeon will likely tell you to avoid any strenuous exercise for one month, and to avoid heavy lifting for at least six weeks. Individual instructions vary.

Results:

We guarantee quality service and satisfying results of the operation but in cases of surgical corrections, patient can assure a free of charge revision.

Please see before and after photos of Dr.Juta’s patients in the Photo Gallery (photographs showed are with patient’s consent).

Possible risks and complications:

With every medical procedure there is a possibility of complications, which can cause a longer recovery period. Arm lift risks include: Infection, hematoma, anesthesia risks, loss of sensation, scarring, swelling of the hands, Seromas (fluid filled masses along the incision line).

Anesthesia use:

The procedure uses general anesthesia or sedation

Hospital admission:

It depends on your preferences as well as your surgeon’s. Arm lift can be performed on an out patient basis, in the hospital, or in an ambulatory surgical suite.

Preparation before surgery:

Assessment of the medical history (any allergies, serious medical condition and all medications taken both prescribed and non-prescribed), physical examination, and laboratory tests will be performed during consultation.
Blood and urine samples will be collected for routine preoperative laboratory tests.
Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process.
You will likely to be asked to stop drinking alcohol, a week before the surgery and throughout your recovery period.
Avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery. Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Buttock Lift or Butt Lift

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Buttock Lift or Butt Lift: "A buttock lift or butt lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that is more concerned with improving the tone and contour of the buttock by re..."

Buttock Lift or Butt Lift

A buttock lift or butt lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that is more concerned with improving the tone and contour of the buttock by removing loose, sagging skin from the buttocks. It can be performed as a solo procedure or as part of the total body lift. The best candidates for buttock lift surgery are individuals who have a saggy appearance in the buttock area due to hormonal changes, extreme weight loss or aging and buttock that appears asymmetrical or lumpy due to burns, wounds or other types of trauma.

It requires short incisions made laterally at the top of the buttocks. After the incisions have been made, excess skin and fat is detached from the underlying muscles. The skin is then reshaped and pulled up to the waist over the muscles and drains are placed beneath the skin to remove excess fluid that may delay wound healing. It will then be closed with stitches which are either absorbable or non-absorbable.

Duration of the operation:

Buttock lift surgery usually takes between 3-6 hours

Post operative care:

After the surgery, sterile dressing is applied to the incision site and will be fitted with a compression garment to protect the incisions and reduce swelling and aid in the tightening of the skin after surgery. Patients will experience some swelling and soreness/pain around the surgical areas easily controlled with oral medications. Patients may sit one to two days after surgery on a soft, full pillow, however should avoid sitting for extended periods

Recovery period:

The healing process is usually 4-6 months and if fall goes well, bruising and swelling usually subsides within a month. Still it may be weeks before you can sit down without discomfort. Keep in mind that you may have to wait as long as three months before you can exercise, run or engage in any kind of strenuous activity. The foam pads come off in 3-4 days at which time the patient may shower. We recommend continued use of the pillow for approximately 2 weeks. Patient can generally return to work within one week and compression garment must be worn for two to four weeks depending on the extent of the procedure. People generally feel back to normal after approximately four weeks at which time exercise may be started.

Results:

We guarantee quality service and satisfying results of the operation but in cases of surgical corrections, patient can assure a free of charge revision.

Please see before and after photos of Dr.Juta’s patients in the Photo Gallery (photographs showed are with patient’s consent).

Possible risk and complications:

All surgical procedures have risk and complications inherent to the surgery itself. These risks include: infection, as manifested by swelling, tenderness, redness and fever, is an uncommon risk. Hematoma formation (large blood clot in the wound), which is manifested by enlargement and discoloration of tissue, seroma formation (large serum collection in the wound), which is manifested by prolonged swelling,

Capsular contracture (a condition that can occur when thick/ hard connective tissue forms around the implant body, causing hardness, definitive implant edges that can be seen or restrict movement)

Anesthesia use:

The procedure is under general anesthesia.

Hospital admission:

This procedure may be performed in the cosmetic surgeon’s office-based facility, an outpatient surgery center, or at a hospital. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis

Preparation before surgery:

Assessment of the medical history (any allergies, serious medical condition and all medications taken both prescribed and non-prescribed), physical examination, and laboratory tests will be performed during consultation.
Blood and urine samples will be collected for routine preoperative laboratory tests.
Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process.
You will likely to be asked to stop drinking alcohol, a week before the surgery and throughout your recovery period.
Avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery. Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Thigh Lift

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Thigh Lift: "Thigh lift is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to tighten the skin of the thigh and reduce sagging in the inner or outer thigh result..."

Thigh Lift

Thigh lift is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to tighten the skin of the thigh and reduce sagging in the inner or outer thigh resulting in smoother and contoured skin. The ideal candidates for thigh lift are patients who have lost a lot of weight and the skin of the inner thigh sags or is droopy. The incision is based on the areas to be treated and extent of correction. The surgeon typically uses an incision that runs from the groin, around the back of the thigh and the crease of the buttock. The underlying tissue will be tightened and skin will be reduced resulting in a more improve body contour. The incisions are then closed with stitches which are either absorbable or non-absorbable.

Duration of the operation:

2-3 hours

Post operative care:

Patient will feel some discomfort and tightness for the first 48 to 72 hours, but should begin to feel normal after 3 days. Prescribed pain killers will be given to relieve discomfort. Swelling may take 3-5 weeks to subside.
Patient will be fitted with a compression garment to protect the incisions and promote shrinking and tightening of the skin after surgery. Drainage tubes are inserted to reduce swelling and get rid of excess fluid. These tubes can be safely removed when the output of drainage fluid is clear and already low.
Keep your legs slightly bent at the hips a few days following surgery. This will reduce pain and minimized tension on the incision site. Wound dressing will be done on a daily basis so that incision site remains dry and free from bacterial infection. You may take a shower for about 3 days after surgery. Early ambulation as soon as possible after surgery to reduce the risk of developing blood clots.

Recovery period:

Thigh lift surgery is generally well tolerated, but the recovery time is 2-3 weeks. We strongly recommend strict bed rest for the first 10 days--avoiding all movement to help speed up recovery time. Out of town patients who have the thigh lift must stay a minimum of 2 weeks in town.

Results:

We guarantee quality service and satisfying results of the operation but in cases of surgical corrections, patient can assure a free of charge revision.

Please see before and after photos of Dr.Juta’s patients in the Photo Gallery (photographs showed are with patient’s consent).

Possible risk and complications:

There are certain risks associated with any medical procedure. Some of the risks associated with thigh lifts include: Scarring, infection, and bleeding, fluid accumulation, poor wound healing, asymmetry, anesthesia risk, fat necrosis, blood clots, numbness, continuous pain, bruising and swelling, deep vein thrombosis, unsatisfactory results and a possibility of a secondary surgery.

Anesthesia use:

The procedure can be done under general anesthesia or intravenous sedation.

Hospital admission:

You will be requested to sign in hospital consent form. Then you need five nights
admission to hospital for recuperation.

Preparation before surgery:

Assessment of the medical history (any allergies, serious medical condition and all medications taken both prescribed and non-prescribed), physical examination, and laboratory tests will be performed during consultation.
Blood and urine samples will be collected for routine preoperative laboratory tests.
Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process.
You will likely to be asked to stop drinking alcohol, a week before the surgery and throughout your recovery period.
Avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery. Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.
Bruising and swelling can be minimized if you take certain nutritional supplements before your surgery such as arnica and bromelain. Find out what your surgeon recommends you take – or stop taking – before your surgery to improve the results and minimize the risks.

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Liposuction

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Liposuction: "Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty, liposculpture suction lipectomy or simply lipo ('suction-assisted fat removal') is the most common..."

Liposuction

Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty, liposculpture suction lipectomy or simply lipo ("suction-assisted fat removal") is the most common cosmetic surgery operation that removes pockets of fats from many different sites on the human body. It can remove stubborn areas of fat that do not respond to traditional weight loss method but remember it is not a substitute for dieting and exercise. It also involves the use of a stainless steel suction tube called a cannula. The cannula is pushed and pulled through the fat layer, breaking up the fat cells and suction them out by a powerful suction pump, thus improving body contour and enhancing self image. Areas of the body where liposuction is performed are: abdomen, hips, outer and inner thighs, flanks, love handles, back, knees, arms, submental (chin), Gynecomastia.

The ideal candidates for liposuction are those who are physically fit, who exercise regularly and are not more than 20 pounds overweight. They may have bulging and flabby areas of the body from fat deposits, especially the abdomen, arms, thighs, and neck. Individuals with certain medical conditions may not be suitable candidates for liposuction.

In all types of liposuction methods, there are certain things that should be considered when having the surgery. It maybe performed as an outpatient procedure or the procedure that will be done in a hospital and may require an overnight stay.

The procedure is performed using a suction devise attached to a small, stainless steel tube called cannula. Through a small incision, the small bore cannula is inserted into fat layer between skin and muscle by alternately pushing and pulling it through the fat layer then suction it out by the use of a vacuum pump or a large syringe. The duration of the surgery will vary according to the amount of fat to be removed.

Duration of the operation:

The duration of liposuction Thailand depends on the number of areas, the size of the area and the amount of fat to be removed.

Post operation care:

A compression garment must be worn for two to four weeks.
If patient had liposuction by local anesthesia, he/she may resume usual diet immediately.
Drink adequate amount of water at least 8- 10 glasses a day or fruit juices to prevent dehydration.
Bed rest is recommended for the first few hours after surgery.
If non-absorbable sutures are placed, the surgeon will remove sutures after 5 to 10 days.
Pain killers will be prescribed to control pain that may last as long as 2 weeks depending on the extent of procedure.
Keep incision clean. Take a shower once or twice daily. Wound dressings need to be changed often. After one to three days, small self-adhesive bandages are sufficient.
Do not apply ice-packs or a heating pad to skin overlying the areas treated by liposuction.
Do not apply hydrogen peroxide or plastic Band-Aids to incision sites. Liposuction incision sites heal faster and better without topical antibiotics.
Do not soak in a bath, Jacuzzi, swimming pool, or the ocean for at least 7 days after surgery in order to minimize the risk of infection.
Patient taking Aspirin and Ibuprofen for at least 3 days after surgery. NSAIDs promote increase the risk of bleeding by impairing platelet function and depress immune response to infection.
Drainage is placed for about 3-7 days depending upon the extent of surgery.
Patient must maintain a proper diet and exercise regimen because the remaining fat cells could still enlarge and form cellulite thus creating irregularities.

Recovery period:

Depending on the extent of liposuction, patients are generally able to return to work between 2 days-2 weeks. Bruising will fade after 1-2 weeks. Swelling will occur and increase 5-10 days after surgery and should subside gradually over 2 weeks- 2 months while numbness persists for several weeks.

Possible risk and complications:

With any type of liposuction procedure, complications may arise beyond the minor side effects but they are rare. Some possible complications include infection, allergic reaction to medication or material used during surgery, excessive fluid loss, thromboembolism, injury to the abdominal organs, and excessive loss of body heat (hypothermia), excessive intravenous fluids, aspiration pneumonia and cardiac arrest.

It is the surgeon’s responsibility to give the written list of signs and symptoms to watch for, along with instructions for post-op self-care.

Anesthesia use:

The procedure uses local or general anesthesia

Hospital admission:

This procedure may be performed in the cosmetic surgeon’s office-based facility, an outpatient surgery center, or at a hospital. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis

Preparation before the surgery:

1. Patient and the surgeon will agree ahead of time on exactly which area(s) will be treated and both will discuss what outcome to expect. Assessment of the medical history, physical examination and laboratory tests will be performed during the consultation as well as the explanation of the course of surgery, recovery period, risk and complications.

2. Eat a well balance diet several weeks prior to surgery. Over eating and crash dieting can greatly affect overall health status and well being of the patient.

3. Daily exercises are an important factor to help enhance posture and strength at least 3-4 weeks prior to surgery.

4. Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process. Patient must be free of nicotine patch or nicotine based products for a minimum of 4 weeks prior to surgery.

5. Patient should avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery.

6. Maintain the best of health and hygiene in the weeks prior to surgery. Colds, virus, throat infection or other illness can result to rescheduling of surgery.

7. If general anesthesia or sedation will be used, and the surgery will be in the morning, fasting from midnight the night before is required. If only local anesthesia will be used, fasting is not required.

Side effects:

· Bruising: Can be painful in the short term, and should fade after a few weeks.

· Swelling: is due to an inflammatory reaction to surgical trauma. This will occur and increase 5 to 10 days after surgery and should subside gradually over a month or two.

· Scars: will vary in size depending on the particular procedure, and should fade over the weeks. Scarring is an individual thing, partly dependent on heredity. For some, scar healing may take as long as a year.

· Pain: should be temporary and controlled by either over-the-counter medication, or by a prescription.

· Numbness: sometimes persists for a few weeks.

· Limited mobility: will depend on the exact procedure.

· Nausea and vomiting: are among the side effects that may be associated with liposuction. Nausea can be caused by antibiotics, lorazepam, or local anesthesia.

· Slight temperature elevation during the first 48 hours after surgery is a natural consequence of the body's reaction to surgical trauma.

· Itching: may occur as part of a normal healing process. To help relieve itching, patient may try taking Benadryl as directed by the doctor

Assessment of the medical history (any allergies, serious medical condition and all medications taken both prescribed and non-prescribed), physical examination, and laboratory tests will be performed during consultation.
Blood and urine samples will be collected for routine preoperative laboratory tests.
Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process.
You will likely to be asked to stop drinking alcohol, a week before the surgery and throughout your recovery period.
Avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery. Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Trachea Shave Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Trachea Shave Surgery: "Trachea Shave Surgery (commonly called Adam’s apple Shaving) is a surgical procedure in which the thyroid cartilage is reduced in size by..."

Trachea Shave Surgery

Trachea Shave Surgery (commonly called Adam’s apple Shaving) is a surgical procedure in which the thyroid cartilage is reduced in size by shaving down the cartilage to achieve a more feminine appearance. The procedure can be done as an out patient surgery under local anesthesia or under a general anesthesia. The incision is usually 2-3 cm in length. The surgeon makes a horizontal incision at the highest crease of the skin on the throat below submental (chin) area then the vertical muscles in the throat are separated to expose the cartilage. The thyroid cartilage is reduced, usually by shaving in the most prominent area and the rim of its upper border. The thyroid cartilage contouring is a delicate process and need to be done meticulously especially for those who have calcified (hard) cartilage due to aging process.

Duration of the operation:

The feminization of the Adam’s apple (trachea shave) takes about 1 hour

Post operative care:

During the first 24- 48 hours, patient may experience some varying degrees of swelling and temporary mild voice weakness that includes lowering of pitch and hoarseness following surgery.
Apply ice pack to the surgical site for a couple of days to gradually decrease swelling. Swelling will subside over 1-2 weeks and bruising resolves in 1-3 weeks.
Patient must rest voice following surgery. Avoid shouting or singing for 2 weeks after surgery.
The procedure leaves a prominent red scar that lightens over 1-3 months.
Patient will have stitches often supplemented by surgical tape or butterfly bandages for a few days.
Wound dressing is performed daily. Stitches and tape must be kept dry at all times.
Patient must avoid electrolysis immediately around the incision until surgeon recommends it to continue.
Application of antibiotic ointments, vitamin E oil, or other topical preparations is prescribed by some surgeons to aid healing process.

Recovery period:

A piece of gauze will cover the incision for the first 2 or 3 days after Adam’s apple reduction. For about 7 to 10 days you will probably have a burning sensation and some difficulties when swallowing or talking. Patients who underwent Adam's apple removal report that the post op sensation is very similar to a simple sore throat, including a reduction in the ability to speak loudly.

Possible risk and complications:

Complications include permanent change in vocal quality which is the result of too much revision or over dissection of the cartilage that may injure the vocal cords, infection may also occur and hematoma.

Anesthesia use:

Adam's apple removal is done under general anesthesia, with other procedures of facial feminization surgery, or alone.

Hospital admission:

This procedure may be performed in the cosmetic surgeon’s office-based facility, an outpatient surgery center, or at a hospital. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis

Preparation before the surgery:

Assessment of the medical history (any allergies, serious medical condition and all medications taken both prescribed and non-prescribed), physical examination, and laboratory tests will be performed during consultation.
Blood and urine samples will be collected for routine preoperative laboratory tests.
Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process.
You will likely to be asked to stop drinking alcohol, a week before the surgery and throughout your recovery period.
Avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery. Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Tummy Tuck

Cosmetic Surgery Beauty Bangkok Thailand: Tummy Tuck: "Tummy tuck (appropriately known as abdominoplasty), is a major surgical procedure that gets rid of excess fat and skin, tightening mu..."

Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck (appropriately known as abdominoplasty), is a major surgical procedure that gets rid of excess fat and skin, tightening muscles in your abdominal wall and designed to flatten the abdomen.

The best candidates for this procedure are physically fit and healthy individuals who suffer from loose skin and excess fats in the lower portion of the abdomen which is typically the result of single or multiple pregnancies in women whose abdominal tone were lost after pregnancy or considerable weight loss and age related looseness of skin may also be corrected.

It usually requires a long incision across the abdomen from hip bone to hip bone and around the belly button. The shape of the incision is like a smile, with a flat bottom. The skin is separated from the abdominal wall, up to the ribs, exposing the vertical abdominal muscles (rectus muscles). These muscles have usually been stretched apart by previous pregnancies. The rectus muscles are then stitched into a new position, tightening the muscles and reducing the waistline. After the muscles have been repositioned and tightened, the excess skin is stretched and removed.The remaining skin is redraped over the abdominal area and sutured in place. The belly button is then brought out through the overlying skin in its new location.

Duration of the operation:

The procedure will take about 2-5 hours. A partial tummy tuck may take about 1-2hours.

Post operative care:

Patients are required to take a rest for about 1-3 weeks before returning to work and a normal schedule.
A day after the surgery, patient must have light to moderate physical activities.
Some incision will be left open and drainage is inserted.
Patients can start light to moderate activity after four weeks. After six to eight weeks, most people can resume all exercise and activity.
Patient will be given pain medication as needed. This typically entails narcotics for the first few days after surgery and then non-narcotic pain relievers after that.
The abdomen is swollen and sore for the first few days.
The abdominal scars will appear to worsen during the first three to six months. They may take nine months before they flatten and lighten in color. The scars never disappear completely, but clothing can hide them easily.

Recovery period:

You may be able to go back to work after 2-4 weeks. More strenuous activities for 4-6 weeks or more. Fading and flattening of scars for 3 months to 2 years.

Possible risk and complications:

These potential complications can be prevented if you carefully follow surgeon's instructions. Listed below are the potential complications:

· Anesthetic medications

Tissue loss
Infection
Collection of blood beneath the skin (hematoma)
Collection of fluid under the skin (seroma)
Blood clot to the lungs
Aspiration pneumonia
Bleeding under the skin flap
Insufficient healing that may result in the need for a second surgery
Death
Unfavorable scarring
Poor wound healing

Anesthesia use:

Abdominoplasty is often performed with general anesthesia and can also be done using a local anesthetic with a sedative.

Hospital admission:

This procedure may be performed in the cosmetic surgeon’s office-based facility, an outpatient surgery center, or at a hospital. This procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis

Preparation for surgery:

Assessment of the medical history (any allergies, serious medical condition and all medications taken both prescribed and non-prescribed), physical examination, and laboratory tests will be performed during consultation.
Blood and urine samples will be collected for routine preoperative laboratory tests.
Smoking must be avoided for about 3-4 weeks prior to surgery, as nicotine interferes with circulation and will greatly affect healing process.
You will likely to be asked to stop drinking alcohol, a week before the surgery and throughout your recovery period.
Avoid taking any medications such as hormones, anticoagulants, anabolic steroids and supplements at least 4-6 weeks to prevent complicating medical factors prior to surgery. Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.
If general anesthesia or sedation will be used, and the surgery will be in the morning, fasting from midnight the night before is required. If only local anesthesia will be used, fasting is not required
Maintain the best of health and hygiene in the weeks prior to surgery. Colds, virus, throat infection or other illness can result to rescheduling of surgery.
Eat a well balance diet several weeks prior to surgery. Over eating and crash dieting can greatly affect overall health status and well being of the patient
Daily exercises are an important factor to help enhance posture and strength at least 3-4 weeks prior to surgery.

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