Over the past 10-15 years, aesthetic medicine has made an unprecedented leap, both in methods and in terms of availability of services. In the wake of the surge in popularity of plastic surgery, body contouring surgeries are becoming increasingly popular. Trying to realize their dream of reducing their belly, many go to plastic surgeons and clinics with the hope of getting plastic surgery and getting rid of the problem. But you need to understand that abdominoplasty is primarily an aesthetic correction.
A fatty apron on the stomach causes many problems for its owners: dissatisfaction with the appearance of their body, embarrassment to wear tight-fitting clothes, difficulties with hygiene, etc. Carrying out plastic surgery will allow you to get rid of the problem that worries you and gain self-confidence.
Indications and contraindications
The main indication is a woman’s dissatisfaction with the aesthetic appearance of her abdomen, namely the presence of excess fat and skin that forms sagging.
- Contraindications to abdominoplasty:
- diabetes;
- diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- obesity;
- infectious and inflammatory diseases;
- pregnancy planned in the near future (it is better to perform the operation 6-9 months after birth);
- scars and postoperative scars above the navel (individually, upon examination).
What a beginner needs to know before starting to lose weight
Before you start losing fat, you need to pay attention to the following points:
- it is necessary to conduct self-diagnosis and analysis. To do this, you need to calculate the ideal weight for your body. It is best to use a special online calculator;
- external measurements are required: weight, volume. All measurements should be included in a notebook so that when you lose weight, changes in volume and weight are immediately noticeable;
- to make it easier to evaluate the changes, you can download a special plate to your computer or phone, and then enter data into it;
- after all measurements have been made, it is necessary to set the period within which it is expected to achieve the desired result;
- In order for changes to occur in a short time, it is worth calculating the number of calories that need to be consumed during the day. In this matter, it is better not to overdo it, so as not to harm your body.
Note! If your stomach hangs like an apron, you not only need to calculate calories and exercise, but you also need to take into account the amount of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. If you are over fifty and losing weight, be sure to reduce the amount of fat in your diet.
Those who do not want to take a long time to achieve results can consult a doctor and have an operation to remove all excess. On the territory of our country there are a large number of clinics that will quickly put the body in order, eliminating unnecessary things.
If you are over fifty and losing weight, be sure to reduce the amount of fat in your diet.
Operation “Remove the apron on the stomach”
How to remove a fat apron? First of all, before planning plastic surgery, it is important to understand that no conservative measures (diet, sports, bandages) can eliminate your problem. Only in this case can the operation be planned.
How to remove belly fat and get lasting results? You need to be at a comfortable weight: you cannot adjust your stomach during the weight loss stage, the result will be short-lived and less predictable.
Preparation
Preparation for surgery to remove the fat apron begins at least two weeks before it. It is highly advisable for patients to quit smoking, not drink alcohol, and not take medications that thin the blood - all this will help avoid possible complications. It is also necessary to undergo a very thorough examination, since abdominoplasty is a rather serious intervention and a large burden on the patient’s body, including the use of anesthesia.
Despite the different methods of performing abdominoplasty, the general principle is still the same: the skin-fat apron is removed under general anesthesia.
It is possible to remove the apron on the stomach after childbirth no earlier than 6-9 months after childbirth, when physical activity and diet do not help. But we must not forget about the lactation process: it is not recommended to carry out the operation until it is completed.
- Methods for correcting belly fat:
- A full abdominoplasty involves the upper, middle, and lower parts of the abdomen. During the operation, one incision is made - along the bikini line (later it will be hidden behind the line of underwear), and the navel is removed separately. Then the skin and subcutaneous fat are separated from the abdominal wall, and the doctor begins the correction. Excess skin and fat will be removed. Then the aponeurosis of the abdominal muscles is tightened and stitched using non-absorbable threads. If necessary, the navel is moved or modeled. The final stage of the operation is the installation of subcutaneous drainage (which is used to remove wound discharge) and the application of external sutures, and then bandages and compression garments.
The peculiarity of abdominoplasty in our clinic is not in the technique (it is standard all over the world), but in the method of suturing and, most importantly, in the quality of the suture material.
- Mini abdominoplasty, when removing abdominal fat, requires only one incision along the bikini line, but the incision is smaller than with a full abdominoplasty. Excess skin and fat are also removed and tightened. The “mini” option is used when there is no obvious excess tissue above the navel, and this is rare. No matter how the name of the operation may seem more “gentle,” this is the same serious procedure as a full abdominoplasty. It requires the same careful preparation. The only thing is that the rehabilitation period is a little shorter. The patient is unlikely to be able to decide on his own whether to undergo full or mini plastic surgery. In any case, the doctor will always honestly say when mini-abdominoplasty will give results, and when it will be a pointless attempt to avoid unnecessary trauma.
Many people are interested in the question: is it possible to remove the apron on the stomach using endoscopic abdominoplasty? The answer is clear - no. The skin-fat apron refers to the presence of excess skin and fat that cannot be removed without incisions. Endoscopic technique involves tightening the aponeurosis and removing hernias through punctures.
It is possible to remove the abdominal apron surgically, the main thing is that the operation is performed by an experienced surgeon.
Types of plastics
There are different types of abdominoplasty. The choice is made by a plastic surgeon in accordance with the characteristics of the patient’s body and a number of other factors. There are such varieties of the presented procedure:
- Classic.
- Mini.
- Endoscopic.
- Vertical (lateral).
The listed varieties have a lot of differences. So, looking at reviews, photos before and after endoscopic abdominoplasty, it can be noted that such a procedure will help remove even a very large, sagging “apron”. This procedure is prescribed for patients with relaxed abdominal wall muscles. But in this case there is no sagging of the tissues. Most often, such an intervention is indicated if the abdomen is distended after childbirth.
The endoscopic technique is considered a gentle approach, since the incisions in this case are minimal. Endoscopic abdominoplasty is also often combined with liposuction. If it is necessary to remove a fold of the first degree, the operation is performed under local anesthesia. This surgical option is allowed only in the absence of diastasis and hernias.
This procedure is carried out quickly, and rehabilitation does not require much time. An incision is made in the skin in the pubic area. The scar is almost invisible and is always hidden under underwear. The development of complications in this case is unlikely.
Looking at images in clinic brochures before and after abdominal abdominoplasty surgery, and reviews from satisfied patients, many women begin to think about undergoing a similar procedure. However, it is not always possible to limit ourselves to an endoscopic procedure.
In some cases, the patient is indicated for classical abdominoplasty. This is the most traumatic technique. The procedure lasts up to 5 hours under general anesthesia. During rehabilitation, various complications often appear. This procedure is indicated for patients with sagging skin folds of 3-4 degrees, as well as in case of detection of divergence of the rectus muscles and hernias.
Rehabilitation
After the incision, a scar remains, but it can be hidden with underwear, the navel will look natural.
It will be impossible to remove the fatty apron, but it will not be possible to completely avoid scars. Any cuts in the skin, especially in the smooth part, leave scars. Only the mucous membranes grow together imperceptibly. But cosmetic methods will significantly reduce the visible consequences. At the end of the full rehabilitation period (6-8 months after surgery), you can get a tattoo in the color of your skin or use laser methods. Laser peeling exfoliates the upper epithelium and the scar becomes smoother. Recommendations after surgery include wearing compression garments, a special diet, as well as avoiding physical activity (a month and a half) and exercises that involve the abdominal muscles (10-12 weeks).
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Removing an apron from the stomach - examples
Operation process
Before undergoing surgery, you need to consider reviews and photos of the abdomen before and after abdominoplasty. It is also worth learning about all the nuances of the operation. It is worth understanding that on the one hand, the muscles are strengthened, a beautiful waist is formed, and the position of the navel changes. But during silhouette correction, the surgeon performs complex actions. This is a serious test for the patient’s body.
Before performing the operation, the doctor must perform several preparatory actions:
- collects information about the woman’s general health;
- determines the absence or presence of pathologies;
- establishes the reasons that led to weight gain.
The operation lasts from 2 to 5 hours. Incisions are made in accordance with the chosen technique in places. They are often created in the navel area, along the suprapubic area. Next, the skin is lifted along with the fat layer. The aponeurosis is corrected. The surgeon cuts off the excess skin. During the procedure, drainage is used to remove the secreted fluid.
After this, stitches and bandages are applied. Traces after such an intervention remain pronounced. But they will not be visible under underwear. This can be seen in the photo of the abdomen before and after abdominoplasty. Reviews from patients make it clear that only after endoscopic surgery the scars will be small and almost invisible.
Price for removing belly fat
If you want to remove the apron on your stomach, the price of the operation plays a significant role. We are all interested in getting great results for a low price. This is absolutely understandable, but high-quality plastic surgery (removing the abdominal apron) will not be cheap. Still, this is a serious intervention, general anesthesia, patient management during the rehabilitation period, etc.
Many people who are wondering how to get rid of belly fat study information on the Internet. Biographies and portfolios of plastic surgeons, clinic websites, thematic forums - all this is freely available and allows the future patient to choose a professional.
| Name | Price |
| Endoscopic abdominoplasty | 120,000 rub. |
| Abdominoplasty with one-stage waist modeling, category 1 | 220,000 rub. |
| Removal of local deposits of abdominal fat (top or bottom) category 1 | 45,000 rub. |
| Excision of the abdominal fold due to deformation of its lower part (miniabdominoplasty) category 1 | 120,000 rub. |
| Primary appointment (examination, consultation) with a plastic surgeon | FOR FREE |
Vertical abdominoplasty
There is another type of procedure. This is a vertical abdominoplasty (photos of the abdomen before and after the procedure are presented below).
This type of procedure is used if the patient has a vertical scar from another surgical procedure. In this case, the doctor makes an additional incision.
The vertical type of abdominoplasty is used for severe obesity and the presence of numerous stretch marks. The patient may also have severe muscle separation. Vertical abdominoplasty allows you to remove a large area of tissue.
This operation is also called lateral. This characterizes the features of the procedure. Excision in this case is performed in the lateral sections. The waist becomes thinner after such surgery. Tension occurs in the lateral areas. The quality of incision healing is noticeably improved.
The doctor independently chooses the type of operation. He takes into account the amount of work and what indications the patient has. Next, a decision is made on the upcoming procedure. Indications for abdominoplasty may include:
- stretching of the skin, a decrease in its elasticity, which often happens after the birth of twins or a large child;
- sagging of the anterior abdominal wall;
- excess amount of subcutaneous fat that cannot be removed in any other way;
- sagging skin with significant weight loss;
- separation or significant stretching of the rectus muscles;
- stretch marks or scars after injuries or operations;
- umbilical, inguinal hernias.
When deciding on such a procedure, you need to know everything about abdominoplasty and whether it is dangerous.
