Most of us would have a flatter stomach if we could, but the reality is that belly fat is harder to lose than fat in other parts of the body. If you recently had a baby or lost significant weight, you may be frustrated with the lack of progress in your middle section. But is it really necessary to have a tummy tuck, or is this just something that you have to live with?
Let’s look at the signs that you may benefit from a tummy tuck. Of course, none of this is meant to be taken as medical advice. Schedule a consultation with a medical professional to discuss your options.
Your muscles are no longer providing you with support.
If your abdominal muscles are not gaining anything from exercise, you have more going on than extra flab. To improve your core and give yourself the support you need, a tummy tuck will do the trick. A surgeon who is proficient in tummy tucks will separate the layers of skin and fat from the muscle and pull the muscle together for a firmer and flatter stomach.
You only feel comfortable wearing maternity-style shirts.
Maternity shirts are fine in your post-partum days and even while nursing, but if it’s all you can wear, you may benefit from a tummy tuck. Not only will this procedure provide you with a firmer, flatter stomach, but also give you confidence. There’s no reason why you have to wear maternity clothes long after giving birth.
You have significant stretch marks.
Another leftover from your baby may be stretch marks. Stretch marks are normal to a certain degree, and many women have them. However, if the marks are significant and interfere with your life, you may want to speak with a plastic surgeon about your options. The nice thing about having a tummy tuck done is that the stretch marks will be removed. For the few that may sneak through, they will be lower on your abdomen.
Your skin has no elasticity left.
If your skin has little to no elasticity, the only way to improve its appearance is by having a tummy tuck done. The reason why this procedure is needed is because removing fat from behind loose skin won’t change the appearance. Therefore, diet and exercise won’t make a difference – at least in looks. Skin laxity is caused by a number of factors, including pregnancy and significant weight loss.
If you think that a tummy tuck may benefit your appearance and improve your self-confidence, schedule a consultation with Berlet Plastic Surgery. We are more than happy to discuss the pros and cons to this procedure and if it will help you achieve your long-term goals.