Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) in Iran with Dr. Bayat Shahbazi
Abdominoplasty (also commonly known as a tummy tuck), is a cosmetic plastic surgery aimed at removing excess skin and tissue from the abdomen (stomach) and in many cases also restoring the separated or weakened muscles, resulting in a firmer abdomen with improved shape and appearance.
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) in Iran with Dr. Bayat Shahbazi
Abdominoplasty (also commonly known as a tummy tuck), is a cosmetic plastic surgery aimed at removing excess skin and tissue from the abdomen (stomach) and in many cases also restoring the separated or weakened muscles, resulting in a firmer abdomen with improved shape and appearance.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Bayat Shahbazi is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Tehran, Iran who has been performing different cosmetic surgeries, including tummy tuck, for more than 16 years. Dr. Bayat Shahbazi has completed a fellowship in cosmetic and plastic surgery, so his expertise and skills in plastic surgery aren’t the result of his wide practical experience only but are also supported by his specialized academic training. Dr. Bayat Shahbazi performs his plastic procedures in a modern hospital in Tehran. He uses his own state-of-the-art body contouring equipment that utilizes the latest technologies in body contouring surgery. Dr. Bayat Shahbazi has so far performed hundreds of abdominoplasty procedures, helping many people to have a more attractive physical appearance.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Bayat Shahbazi is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Tehran, Iran who has been performing different cosmetic surgeries, including tummy tuck, for more than 16 years. Dr. Bayat Shahbazi has completed a fellowship in cosmetic and plastic surgery, so his expertise and skills in plastic surgery aren’t the result of his wide practical experience only but are also supported by his specialized academic training. Dr. Bayat Shahbazi performs his plastic procedures in a modern hospital in Tehran. He uses his own state-of-the-art body contouring equipment that utilizes the latest technologies in body contouring surgery. Dr. Bayat Shahbazi has so far performed hundreds of abdominoplasty procedures, helping many people to have a more attractive physical appearance.
Tummy tuck or abdominoplasty surgery is a procedure that involves removing excess skin and tissue on the abdomen. The procedure that is also known as a mummy makeover is among the top 5 most popular cosmetic surgeries in the world. An abdominoplasty has various benefits including boosting the patient’s self-esteem and offering a more youthful and appealing appearance. Women often describe their tummy tuck experience as fulfilling and extremely satisfactory.
If you too are considering getting tummy tuck surgery to enhance your body shape, you are probably facing a plethora of questions. Is tummy tuck surgery really worth it? Am I a good candidate? What should I expect after the surgery?
Don’t worry! In this article, you can find the answers to most of your questions regarding abdominoplasty. Read along to get a grasp of what the surgery entails. If you have more questions to ask, check out Dr. Shahbazi’s website and start your free online consultation right now.
Abdominoplasty is the perfect solution to get a smooth belly and sculpted waistline. According to Dr Shahbazi, the surgery involves making a long incision across the bikini line. Then, the surgeon will lift your skin to get access to the underlying muscles and fat. Based on your expectations from the surgery, the surgeon tightens the muscles removes any excess tissue or skin that is causing sagging belly. Finally, some adjustments will be made to the skin and the belly button. You will be put under general anesthesia and won’t feel anything throughout the entire process.
It is also important to note that the surgery can also be performed for those with minor sagging in a procedure known as a mini tummy tuck.
You are probably wondering why tummy tuck is so popular among women. Here are a few of the advantages of tummy tuck surgery that are tempting people to have it done:
Tummy tuck is a satisfactory procedure and is growing in popularity throughout the world. However just as with any other type of surgery, there are certain factors that you should consider before going under the knife.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Tummy Tuck?
Generally, an abdominoplasty candidate is someone who is left with excess sagging skin on his/her stomach after a massive weight loss or pregnancy. Obesity and pregnancy cause the skin around the belly to overstretch and lose its elasticity. So when after childbirth or losing a significant amount of weight the stomach skin doesn’t shrink back to fit the underlying tissues, what remains is lax skin that hangs from the abdomen. In people with this problem, sometimes the abdominal muscles have also been weakened and lost their tone, contributing to further droopiness of the abdomen.
Good candidates for tummy tuck surgery, aside from having loose belly skin, should also have a good understanding of the procedure and have realistic expectations. Although tummy tuck greatly improves the appearance of your stomach, it shouldn’t be considered as a weight loss procedure. Therefore, if you’re not near your ideal weight and have plans to lose weight in the future, it is better to postpone abdominoplasty until after reaching a stable weight. The same goes for those who plan to be pregnant (again or for the first time) in the future. This is because weight fluctuation or pregnancy will compromise the results achieved by a tummy tuck.
People seeking a tummy tuck should also have good overall health. If you have heart or lung problems, abdominoplasty might not be recommended. People with any condition that could affect wound healing also are prohibited from invasive procedures including abdominoplasty. Nonsmokers are also better candidates than smokers. Be sure to share your family history of any disease or reaction to anesthesia and your previous surgeries with your surgeon before the procedure.
How Is a Tummy Tuck Performed?
Dr. Bayat Shahbazi typically performs tummy tuck under general anesthesia. He does the surgery in a well-equipped operating room at a hospital in Tehran. Depending on the extent of work that needs to be done, a tummy tuck takes between 2 and 4 hours and you may be required to stay in the hospital for 1-2 nights before being allowed to go home.
Before the surgery, Dr. Shahbazi usually asks you to undergo certain lab tests and photography, including a sonography test and in some cases a spiral CT scan. He also carries out a physical examination and asks you certain questions about your medical history and your expectations.
There are two types of tummy tuck surgery, full tummy tuck and mini tummy tuck. A full tummy tuck is done for those who have significant loose skin below and above the belly button. It involves a long incision from hip to hip above the pubic area and another circular incision around the belly button to separate it from the surrounding tissues. After pulling up the skin, Dr. Bayat Shahbazi tightens the weakened muscles by suturing them together, then pulls the skin down and removes the excess skin and creates a new hole for the belly button. Finally, he stitches up the incisions and may apply bandages and drainage tubes.
In a mini tummy tuck, which is suitable for those with less loose skin below the belly button, the incision is much shorter and there is no need to reposition the belly button. In mini-abdominoplasty, weakened muscles are also tightened if needed. Therefore, those who don’t have lax skin above the belly button can get the desired results with this less-invasive procedure, which also leaves a less prominent scar after healing.
How to Prepare for a Tummy Tuck
There are some preparatory measures you should take before going to the hospital for your surgery, which are as follows:
Dr. Bayat Shahbazi discusses all the procedure steps with you before the surgery, as well as the potential risks of the surgery. It is important to have all your questions cleared up during your pre-operative appointment with your surgeon.
Recovery After Tummy Tuck
As with other surgical procedures, a tummy tuck entails swelling, bruising, pain, and discomfort. You may feel uncomfortable when taking up an upright posture in the first few days, so you can hunch your shoulders a bit when sitting or standing until you get used to the new stomach.
Dr. Bayat Shahbazi usually prescribes a compression garment or elastic bandages for his abdominoplasty patients, which are intended to minimize the swelling and speed up the recovery. He also prescribes pain medications and antibiotics, which should be used in the first 1-2 weeks of the recovery period.
Stitches are usually removed one week after the surgery. Most patients can return to work 2-3 weeks after the surgery. During this time, you should avoid strenuous activities. The pain, swelling, bruising, and soreness should gradually improve after a few weeks, so if you notice that one of these symptoms is getting worse, be sure to contact your surgeon or go for a follow-up visit.
What Are the Risks of Abdominoplasty?
There are certain risks with any surgery and tummy tuck is no exception. Apart from the common side effects of surgical procedures such as swelling, bruising, pain, and soreness, the potential risks of a tummy tuck include infection, unsightly scarring, skin discoloration, fluid accumulation, fat necrosis, numbness, deep vein thrombosis, and anesthesia risks.
These complications, however, are very uncommon and their risks can be minimized by choosing the right surgeon and following pre- and post-op instructions your surgeon gives you. Dr. Bayat Shahbazi takes all the necessary precautions to make sure that you will have a safe and risk-free surgery.
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