At Avenue Plastic Surgery, our Toronto tummy tuck procedure is an outpatient surgery that takes approximately three hours to complete.

Patients are placed under a general anesthetic for a comfortable and pain-free experience. An incision is created on the lower abdomen to separate the skin from underlying fatty tissue and muscles. At this point, separated abdominal muscles are pulled securely together with sutures. Next, loose skin and excess fat are trimmed away. Finally, the remaining skin is pulled smooth to create a restored belly that may better fit clothing, allow for easier physical fitness and improved self esteem.

The goals of a tummy tuck surgery

When we work with a patient to plan a tummy tuck surgery, we have the following goals in mind:

• Eliminate the muffin top so that you can feel comfortable and confident without worrying about any undesirable bulging
• Position you to revamp your wardrobe and lifestyle to show off your improved body contour
• Remove loose, hanging skin that is hiding the results of your weight loss
• Strengthen weakened abdominal muscles
• Restore a flatter and firmer abdomen
• Create a well-defined and cinched waist to promote an hourglass figure
• Help you regain confidence in your personal body image

What a tummy tuck surgery cannot do?

Although a tummy tuck can help emphasize the results of significant weight loss by removing loose skin, it is not a weight loss solution. Rather, it is a body contouring procedure designed to assist those who have lost weight and want to create a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. It is important to remember that a tummy tuck surgery cannot protect you from weight fluctuations and the results can be seriously affected by pregnancy and significant weight gain.

Common causes of a loose abdomen

Excessive fat and skin around the abdomen is a common occurrence for the general population and can happen to anyone. In fact, there are a variety of factors that contribute to tummy sagging in all body types.

The most common cause of bulges and abdominal protrusion are aging, pregnancy and significant weight fluctuations within a short time frame. The condition can also be partly hereditary. Regardless of the cause, a Toronto tummy tuck surgery can be beneficial to you and your body.

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