Humanity Plastic Surgery Clinic - Liposuction

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Tightening a loose, sagging abdomenfor a firmer, smoother abdominal contourA thick or sagging belly is not always just a matter of too much fat. When the skin of the abdomen has stretched and lost elasticity, a tummy tuck can improve sagging that liposuction alone cannot easily correct. At Humanity, our tummy tuckbegins with a comprehensive assessment of skin laxity, the amount and distribution of fat, and how much the abdominal wall has loosened. We then plan the extent of correction to suit your abdominal shape and degree of sagging, for a firmer, smoother abdominal contour.Why Choose Humanity for a Tummy TuckPoint 1Correction Tailored to Your AbdomenWe take a comprehensive look at skin laxity, the amount of fat, and how loose the abdominal wall is, then decide which areas need treatment and how much, and correct them to suit your abdomen.Point 2Careful Surgery to Minimize Tissue DamageBecause a tummy tuck involves a large area of tissue, we use careful dissection to minimize tissue damage and correct only the tissue that needs it. We also close the incision carefully so the skin is not pulled too tight, with a smooth abdominal contour and stable scar healing in mind.Why your belly sticks out:it is not just about fatA thick or sagging belly is not always just a matter of too much fat. The shape of the abdomen and how far it protrudes can vary with the subcutaneous fat, loose skin, and the condition of the abdominal wall.•  Excess fatWhen a lot of fat builds up in the abdomen, the whole belly can look thick and rounded.•  Loose skinPregnancy or rapid weight changes can stretch the abdominal skin and reduce its elasticity.•  Loose abdominal wallWhen the abdominal wall that supports the tissue has loosened, or the rectus abdominis muscles have separated, the belly can push forward even without much fat.Mini vs. Full Tummy TuckMini Tummy TuckWhen loose skin or stretch marks are concentrated in the lower bellyWe lift the skin only where needed, mainly below the belly button, and remove the loose skin. When needed, we also tighten the lower abdominal wall to improve sagging and bulging of the lower belly. Compared with a full tummy tuck, the incision and scar are relatively short.Full Tummy TuckWhen loose skin or stretch marks extend across the whole abdomenWe lift the skin across the entire abdomen, remove loose skin and fat, and tighten the abdominal wall when needed to improve the shape and contour of the whole abdomen.Who Is a Good Candidate?·  People whose abdominal skin has stretched and sagged after pregnancy·  People left with excess abdominal skin after major weight loss·  People whose lower belly skin folds over or sags significantly·  People with abdominal sagging that liposuction alone cannot easily improve·  People who want a firm, smooth abdominal contourTummy Tuck Procedure StepsStep 1 Detailed Assessment of Your AbdomenWe take a comprehensive look at the amount of fat, skin laxity, skin elasticity, and the condition of the abdominal wall to determine the extent of correction and the surgical approach you need.Step 2 Custom Design for Your AbdomenConsidering how much your abdomen sags, your body type, and how skin and fat are distributed, we carefully plan how much skin and fat to remove and how much of the abdominal wall to tighten.Step 3 Precise Correction of Loose Skin and the Abdominal WallWe remove the loose skin and fat where needed and tighten the abdominal wall as much as its laxity requires, for a firmer, smoother abdominal contour.Step 4 Follow-Up and Recovery CareAfter surgery, we closely check swelling, how the incision is healing, and how your abdominal contour is changing, and manage a steady recovery based on your progress.Tummy Tuck Procedure DetailsLength of ProcedureAbout 4 hoursAnesthesiaIV sedationFollow-Up VisitsAbout 3–4 visitsSuture RemovalAfter about 14 daysPain LevelLevel 3Frequently Asked QuestionsQ. How is liposuction different from a tummy tuck?- Liposuction removes fat that has built up in specific areas to improve abdominal volume and body contour. A tummy tuck, on the other hand, removes excess loose skin and fat and, when needed, also tightens the abdominal wall to improve the shape of the abdomen. So when skin sagging is pronounced or the abdominal wall has loosened, liposuction alone may not give the improvement you want.Q. My belly sags and sticks out a lot after pregnancy. Can a tummy tuck help?- After pregnancy, the abdominal skin can stretch, and the abdominal tissue and wall can loosen. When sagging skin and a protruding belly appear together, it is important to check not only the skin and fat but also the abdominal wall, and plan the correction you need.Q. Should I lose weight before a tummy tuck?- A tummy tuck is not a weight-loss procedure. Large weight changes in the future can affect your abdominal contour after surgery, so it is best to plan surgery once your weight has been stable.Q. Will a tummy tuck leave a scar?- A tummy tuck requires an incision to remove loose skin, so it can leave a scar. We decide the incision location and length based on your degree of sagging and body type, and plan it so it can be hidden by underwear or a swimsuit as much as possible.Reducing unwanted fat,designing a contour that fits your bodyWhat matters in liposuction is not simply removing a lot of fat.What matters is checking where fat is concentrated, how elastic your skin is, and how each area connects, then finding the extent of fat removal and the contour that fit your body.  Book on NAVER  ›  Chat on KakaoTalk  ›  Call Us  ›  Directions  ›