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Tummy tucks are the fourth most common plastic surgery procedure in the United States, with approximately 152,000 surgeries taking place each year.
It is a procedure that can allow you to get the smoother and sleeker abdomen you want, but what happens if you want to have kids? Is it possible to get pregnant?
The Basics of a Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck, also called an abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that can improve the size and shape of your abdomen. It is an option that can help if you have excess skin, lax connective tissues, or excess fat that you just cannot lose, even with exercise.
There are many reasons why you may have poor skin elasticity, excess fat, or weak connective tissue in the abdominal area. Some of them include:
- Significant weight changes
- Pregnancy
- Aging
- Your natural body type
- Abdominal surgery
A tummy tuck can help tighten weak muscles using just a few sutures, and it can also help reduce the appearance of stretch marks in the abdominal area.
It is a procedure that you can combine with other body contouring options and can be an excellent addition to a mommy makeover. If you have a lot of excess fat, you can also combine it with a liposuction procedure.
The best candidates for a tummy tuck are:
- People in good overall health
- People who have a stable weight
- People who want to eliminate excess fat and skin
- People who have realistic expectations
- People who want to tighten their core
There are many benefits to having a tummy tuck, including strengthening your core. By tightening your abdominal muscles, this procedure allows you to improve your posture, ease the stress you may put on your back muscles, and even help with hernia repair. A tummy tuck can also improve urinary incontinence issues.
Tummy Tucks and Pregnancy
It is certainly possible to get pregnant after a tummy tuck, especially if you have qualified surgeons on your side ready to help you through the recovery process.
A tummy tuck can accommodate a growing belly. Your abdominal wall expands with pregnancy to make room for the fetus, and the tummy tuck does not hinder that process.
When to Consider Pregnancy After a Tummy Tuck
Surgeons do recommend that you wait until you have had children to have a tummy tuck, but if that is not possible, it is best to wait for a certain period of time to get pregnant so that you do not lose the results of your tummy tuck.
A tummy tuck is major surgery, and you want to give your body time to recover before getting pregnant. Waiting about a year after your tummy tuck to get pregnant can be a good option.
Revision Tummy Tucks
Pregnancy causes weight fluctuations that can leave excess skin, and the process of giving birth can damage abdominal muscles. Because of this, it is also important to remember that after going through a pregnancy, you may need a second tummy tuck or revision to correct the effects of the pregnancy.
No New Scarring After a C-Section
One of the benefits that the best and most experienced surgeons offer for those who get a tummy tuck after pregnancy is that they will be able to use C-section scars for the procedure and not have to create other incisions.
They may also be able to diminish the appearance of the scar and any stretch marks that you may have developed during the pregnancy.
Remember that you will need to wait to get a tummy tuck after a pregnancy. Because pregnancy puts such a strain on the body, you need time to recover. This is especially true if you have a C-section, which is a major surgery. In some instances, you may have to wait a year before getting the tummy tuck.
Reaching Out for a Consultation
If you want to remove excess skin or fat, or if you want to tighten abdominal muscles, a tummy tuck can be the right choice. To begin the process, you can reach out to skilled surgeons for a consultation.
During this consultation, you will need to provide your medical history and let the surgeons know your goals and expectations. This will help them guide you to determine if a tummy tuck is right for you.
They will request medical exams to ensure you are in good health and offer guidance on how to prepare.
Taking the Next Step
The board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons at Vegas Plastic Surgery Institute approach every procedure, including tummy tucks, with the artistry and skill required to achieve the results you want in a welcoming, friendly environment.
With state-of-the-art facilities and the highest level of care, you can feel confident in the quality of the results VPSI can offer. To take the next step in reaching your best self, learn more about the tummy tuck procedure and what you can expect.
