ABDOMINOPLASTY OR FLAT STOMACH SURGERY

Flat stomach surgery is necessary to tighten the skin of the abdomen and its periphery. It is used in cases of abdominal deformation or excess fat. As its name suggests, this surgery allows you to regain a desirable appearance of the stomach, with an appreciable aesthetic improvement and a feeling of comfort in your daily activity.

We need to find this well-being when our abdomen is deformed, despite the care given to “lose” it.

From an external point of view, the skin is sagging and may have stretch marks and scars. It is most often sagging: it is given the unenviable name of "abdominal apron". Inside the body, the muscles are most often spread apart and distended. Pregnancy is often the reason for this symptom. The abdominal organs are no longer supported by the muscular wall that is supposed to hold them. The silhouette permanently gives the appearance of a pregnant mother... As a result, fat can also sometimes accumulate at the bottom of the stomach and around the navel and then spread to the hips or even the thighs.

Generally speaking, the operation is not or only slightly painful. Bruising and swelling disappear after a few weeks, during which time the abdomen and its region become less sensitive. Side effect: the return to normal of the sensitivity of the abdomen is preceded by a period of hypersensitivity.

In case of a scar at the navel, the stitches will be removed after 15 days and the appropriate dressing will have to be maintained. There are no other stitches to remove since the other sutures are made of absorbable thread and are buried.

In terms of follow-up, a support girdle will be worn day and night for one to one and a half months. During this period, no unnecessary effort will hinder convalescence. No sport, no effort, no heavy load. A work stoppage of one week to fifteen days is to be expected, in consultation with your surgeon.