Tummy Tuck Surgery – Myths and Facts

Tummy tuck surgery – also known as abdominoplasty – is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries. While the popularity and demand of this procedure is significantly increasing, myths and misconceptions that are misleading men and women regarding tummy tuck surgery are also popping up. Most of the myths about tummy tuck are mostly believed to be true. Here we will discuss some common misconceptions along with the facts.

Myth: Tummy tuck eliminates stretch marks

Fact: Whether tummy tuck eliminates stretch marks or not? It depends. Stretch marks can be eliminated completely only if they are located on the skin that will be removed during procedure, especially below the navel. If they are not removed completely, there is a chance that they will become less noticeable.

Myth: You can’t have children after tummy tuck

Fact: It is another misconception of many women that they can’t have child after undergoing tummy tuck. You can absolutely get pregnant after tummy tuck. This is because tummy tuck surgery does not have any impact on reproductive organs. However, it is recommended to wait for at least six months after surgery. Pregnancy may also affect the outcomes of surgery because it stretches the skin and abdominal muscles.

Myth: Just women can benefit from tummy tuck

Fact: No doubt tummy tuck surgery is the only most effective procedure that helps women improving the appearance of their abdomen after pregnancy but it is not only for women. Men, who have fat deposits on tummy area that is unresponsive to dieting and exercise, can also undergo abdominoplasty to get flat tummy.

Myth: Results of tummy tuck are not long lasting

Fact: It is another misconception that results of tummy tuck are not long lasting. Its results are permanent but you will have to maintain them as fat may accumulate on some other area of body. So, in order to make the results of tummy tuck permanent, you will have to follow healthy diet and exercise regime.

Myth: You will get flat stomach instantly after tummy tuck

Fact: The procedure improves the contours of abdomen but you should have realistic expectations with it. The procedure will no doubt give you very beneficial results but final results will take time to become visible. Furthermore, it can’t flatten your tummy completely.

Myth: Tummy tuck is not a painful procedure

Fact: Whether abdominoplasty is painful or not, it depends on patient, the type of procedure and the plastic surgeon. The severity of pain and discomfort after surgery varies from patient to patient. Some patients may experience soreness and pain for several months. You can minimize pain by following post-surgical instructions.

Myth: There will be no visible scars

Fact: It is a common misconception about tummy tuck that it does not cause visible scars but it is not the fact. Though plastic surgeons make full efforts to make scars invisible by making incisions in inconspicuous sites, scarring may be visible. However, you may apply body art to hide scarring.

Myth: You should get tummy tuck immediately after C-section

Fact: Most of women consider it more beneficial to undergo tummy tuck and C-section simultaneously. But most of the plastic surgeons do not recommend doing so. Getting tummy tuck after complete healing and recovery following C-section will give you better results.