Gastric Bypass Surgery

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Who is a candidate for a tummy tuck?

Men and women who have loose, hanging skin, and weak abdominal muscles with a protruding belly are candidates for a tummy tuck full. On the other hand those who have a firm abdomen, but are less redundant abdominal skin folds are better served with a mini-tummy Tuck, also known as a mini-abdominoplasty.

There are several life changes responsible for your abdominal wall to lose its strength and its sealing, and to develop excessive, loose skin. Examples of these are pregnancy and massive weight loss – such as weight loss gastric bypass or "bariatric" surgery.

Pregnancy

Almost all women develop stretch marks and loose abdominal skin due to lower pregnancy. They often complain of lower abdominal pouch that transcends and is unsightly when wearing tight clothing or low-cut shirts.

Especially during the last trimester of pregnancy, the rapid growth of the uterus underlines the lower abdominal wall and skin. Rapid stretching causes the deep layer of the skin to break, thus forming stretch marks centered mostly in the abdomen, and covering the flanks and hips. The rapid stretching causes also the separation and extension of abdominal muscles that give the belly of his main strength. The resulting weakness causes a pocket to develop in the center of the abdomen. Because it is not enough muscle support, exercise and dieting are ineffective in tightening the abdomen.

Massive weight loss

Men and women who have lost a lot of weight by any means, including those who have dieted or have lost through "Gastric Bypass" – also known as "stomach stapling" or "bariatric surgery" – is often left with folds of skin that hangs like an apron. It is not only demoralizing for those who have gone to the effort to achieve significant weight loss, but also personal hygiene, exercising and wearing normal clothes difficult.

During your consultation your plastic surgeon reviews your treatment options for body contouring and tummy, including results and benefits disadvantages, potential risks and complications, recovery course, pre and post operative instructions, and esthetic

About the Author

Dave Stringham is the President of LookingYourBest.com an online resource for plastic surgery in Los Angeles. Learn more about these plastic surgeons and tummy tuck surgery procedures.