Abdominoplasty is among the top five most frequently requested cosmetic surgery procedures. Often referred to as a tummy tuck, this transformative surgery rejuvenates the appearance of the abdomen by tackling loose skin, excess fat, and weakened abdominal muscles, which can all detract from the appearance of the stomach. If you are considering a tummy tuck in Toronto, it is important to first determine whether you are a suitable candidate.
Are bothered by the appearance of loose skin and/or stretch marks: Although it’s possible to tighten and tone the abdomen through diet and exercise and it is important to do so before considering abdominoplasty, a healthy lifestyle cannot eliminate excess skin or reduce stretch marks. Luckily, a tummy tuck addresses these issues by removing loose abdominal skin and stretch marks, tightening and evening out the abdomen’s appearance.Struggle to shed excess pockets of fat from the abdomen: Although a tummy tuck should not be viewed as a weight loss surgery, in addition to eradicating excess loose skin, this procedure can also remove the accompanying fat using liposuction.Hope to correct lax abdominal muscles: Whether it is due to pregnancy or weight fluctuations, over time, many individuals find that their abdominal muscles have become stretched or weakened. Known as diastasis recti, this condition makes it impossible for patients to tighten and tone their abdomen on their own as the muscle’s connective tissue is stretched out. This condition can be extremely frustrating for patients, as no amount of cardio or abdominal exercise can correct the weakened muscles. However, a tummy tuck in Toronto works to repair the muscles by restoring them to their original position, much like an internal girdle.
Since it addresses the above concerns, ideal candidates for a Toronto tummy tuck are individuals who have recently lost a considerable amount of weight, including those who have undergone a bariatric weight loss procedure. Massive weight loss often results in the appearance of excess loose skin on the abdomen as well as stubborn pockets of fat, which a tummy tuck can effectively target. Rapid weight loss may also lead to the development of stretch marks, which abdominoplasty can successfully address.This procedure is also suitable for women who have noticed a change in the appearance of their abdomen following pregnancy and childbirth, although it is best to wait until you have finished having children before considering a tummy tuck. Since diastasis recti is common following pregnancy, new mothers frequently express an interest in abdominoplasty to tighten weakened or separated abdominal muscles, making it possible for them to restore their pre-baby body.There is no ideal age for a tummy tuck, as this procedure is suitable for patients both young and old. However, it is imperative that you are in good overall health and are at or close to your ideal weight, as future weight fluctuations may impact the results of the procedure and a healthy lifestyle should therefore be maintained post-operatively.
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