1. ABDOMINOPLASTY Overview If you've got excess skin in your abdomen which doesn't respond to diet or exercise, then you should opt for Tummy Tuck (or Abdominoplasty) surgery that flattens the abdomen by removing extra fat and skin, and tightening muscles in your abdominal wall. Women who had many pregnancies can undergo this procedure for tightening their abdominal muscles and reducing skin. It is also an option for men or women who were once obese and still have excess fat deposits or loose skin around the belly.

2. In addition to the above abdomen specific issues you also fulfill the following criteria: You are physically healthy with stable weight You have realistic expectations from tummy tuck surgery. You are a nonsmoker. You have low self esteem due to the appearance of your abdomen. .

3. You are not an ideal candidate for Tummy Tuck procedure if: You are doing this not because you want it, but to fulfill someone else’s desire. You are a women who plans to get pregnant soon. In this case you should postpone abdominoplasty till you have completed your family. You are an overweight/obese male/female who wants to lose weight quickly. Tummy Tuck is not an alternative to weight loss through natural means. HOW IS TUMMY TUCK (ABDOMINOPLASTY) SURGERY DONE? Step 1: Consultation With Surgeon You will have a detailed consultation with Dr. Sharath at KIMS Hospital Hyderabad where he will ask you questions to understand your medical history, past illnesses, treatments, allergies, etc. He will also understand your surgery goals and advice you the best course of action about the treatment and answer any questions you may have about the surgery. You will also be explained about the risks associated with the surgery and what results you can expect from the procedure.

4. Step 2 : Preoperative Evaluation Once you have made up your mind about the surgery, you will have another session at the hospital where you will undergo routine test to make sure you are ready for surgery and anesthesia. The surgeon will also study your abdomen, quality of skin, amount of fat, etc and give you instructions to get yourself ready for surgery. Step 3 : Abdominoplasty Surgery Immediately before the surgery you will be asked to stand straight and the surgeon will mark the areas of your abdomen where incision will be made. Depending on your requirement, your surgeon may recommend complete tummy tuck or partial tummy tuck procedure. Complete abdominoplasty can take between 1-5 hours and partial abdominoplasty can be completed in 1-2 hours. Complete Abdominoplasty: The surgeon will cut your abdomen from hip bone to hip bone and then contour the skin, tissue, and muscle as needed. The surgery will involve moving your belly button, and you may need drainage tubes under your skin for a few days. Partial or Mini Abdominoplasty: Mini-abdominoplasties are often done on people whose fat deposits are located below the navel. During this procedure, the surgeon most likely will not move your belly button, and the procedure may only take up to two hours, depending on your case.

5. Step 4 : Post Surgery Recovery FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Are there any risks of Tummy Tuck surgery? Yes, like any major cosmetic surgery tummy tuck surgery also has its fair share of risks. These include:

7. Tummy Tuck Surgery in Hyderabad At KIMS hospital Hyderabad, Dr. Sharath Chandra Reddy and his team of plastic surgeons have decades of combined experience in all kinds of plastic and cosmetic surgery. Please fill out the form below to book your appointment now with Dr. Sharath and discuss your tummy tuck requirements.