“Metron” by Dr Alexandre Dionys
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
What Abdominoplasty can do…
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a “tummy tuck,” is a major plastic surgery procedure involving removal of excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and tightening of the muscles of the abdominal wall, so as to reshape body contour.
Some individuals have fullness confined to the area below their belly button, rather than the entire abdomen. In this situation, a mini tummy tuck can often provide very pleasing results. In a mini tummy tuck or mini abdominoplasty, skin and fat are removed from this area in the lower part of the abdomen. The muscles beneath the skin are usually tightened to provide a tighter overall contour from within.
Abdominoplasty is one of the most commonly performed aesthetic procedures of Plastic Surgery, as it can positively impact self-concept and enhance self-confidence. However,it has been associated with a significant complication rate, including flap necrosis, seroma, hematoma, infections, fat necrosis, wound dehiscence, and delayed healing.
My way…
For this purpose, I use the High Superior Tension technique, which dramatically decreases or eliminates most complications of abdominoplasty and achieves better aesthetic results.
High Superior Tension technique is aimed at reducing tension at the prepubic suture line and improving aesthetic results in the umbilical area. By transferring tension to the periumbilical area, along with following the basic principles of a) respecting large lymphatic trunks, b) closing all dead spaces and c) limiting undermining, the specific technique enables me to avoid the major complications of abdominoplasty and achieve a truly superior aesthetic result.
The results…
Following the operation, the patient is likely to feel some pain and discomfort which can be controlled by medication. It is recommended to wear a compressive garment for 4 to 6 weeks, and refrain from work for about 1-2 weeks. Sporting activities can be progressively started after 6 weeks. The scars are often red during the first 2-3 months and progressively become paler starting from the third month onwards, during a period of 1 to 3 years. The result can be best appreciated six months to one year after the procedure.
Abdominoplasty offers an amazingly noticeable aesthetic improvement. It enhances the patient’s comfort, quality of life and self-confidence, thus helping him or her to reach for a better weight-control.
Abdominoplasty Before & After
Abdominoplasty Before & After
Abdominoplasty Before & After
