A tummy tuck is a transformative procedure, but you’ll enjoy other benefits beyond just removing skin. You have so much to look forward to after surgery, and some of the perks might be even better than you could imagine! Below are 5 unexpected benefits of tummy tuck surgery that can improve your overall quality of life.
#1. Gives You a Better Bellybutton
During a tummy tuck, your plastic surgeon makes a small incision around the bellybutton, releasing it from the surrounding skin. After the skin has been pulled and tightened, the bellybutton can be shaped and contoured. Your surgeon can even adjust the shape or orientation for a more flattering look!
#2. Gets Rid of Unwanted Scars & Tattoos
During a tummy tuck, your surgeon removes a significant span of excess skin from the midsection. If you have unwanted scars, stretch marks, or tattoos in this area, your surgeon can potentially remove them along with the skin. Many women also lose or improve their C-section scars when they undergo a tummy tuck.
Ask your surgeon about your surgery details to see if this option is right for you. You might even be able to save a little time and money by having your tattoo removed during treatment.
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While you can lose some stretch marks from the procedure, you will gain a low, easily concealed surgical scar. Learn why you shouldn’t be scared of your tummy tuck scar in our related blog post.
#3. Reduces Back Pain & Improves Posture
Abdominal muscles are often stretched, separated, and weakened during pregnancy (a condition called diastasis recti). This weakened core, in turn, can cause many women to suffer from back pain and poor posture. One of the most noteworthy tummy tuck health benefits is the repair of the abdominal muscles and the lasting pain relief it brings for many patients.
#4. Makes Exercise More Comfortable
It may seem surprising, but a tummy tuck has exercise benefits as well. Significant weight loss or pregnancy can leave patients with excess skin that causes discomfort and embarrassment in everyday life.
Extra skin can make moving and exercising uncomfortable, both physically and emotionally. By improving your body contours with a tummy tuck, activities like yoga or swimming can become a lot more enjoyable.
#5. Enjoy New Clothing Options
By removing excess skin and flattening your tummy, you can feel more comfortable in your body and finally enjoy the clothes you truly want to wear. This can be extra rewarding if you’ve worked hard to lose weight in the first place. Our patients find that they can wear more fitted clothing without feeling self-conscious and are excited to revamp their wardrobes with clothes that fit and feel better!
Experience the Benefits for Yourself
A tummy tuck noticeably improves your body—and not just in the expected traditional ways. As you can see in our before-and-after gallery, few surgeries compare to the dramatic changes a tummy tuck can provide. Furthermore, there are many ways to customize your treatment and have it address your specific needs!
If you want to learn more about tummy tucks and the surgical process, our staff will happily answer your questions. Request a consultation online or call our office at (480) 466-7355 to learn more about your body contouring options.
Updated in November 2024
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