For the consultation session, you should ask and clear all your queries about the procedure. Then, ask them about the risks and recovery phase details. Finally, discuss your expectations from the surgery. There are two methods of approach for the surgery:

• Complete abdominoplasty: In this type, the surgeon would make the incision extending from one end of the hip bone to the other. After the surgery, the skin and muscles are contoured as required. It also includes the movement of the belly button from its location. Drainage tubes are kept attached for a few days to drain excess fluid.
• Partial or mini abdominoplasty: It is prefered for patients with fat accumulation in the lower belly region. In this surgery, the belly button is not moved from its location and does not take much time. It can be completed in two hours.

If you have a smoking habit, it must be stopped for at least two weeks before the surgery. However, the patient should not have smoked and restrained for two weeks completely as it interferes with the healing process.

In the consultation session, give complete information about existing medical conditions, medications and herbal and vitamin supplements which you are consuming. It is because some medications have to be stopped for a brief period before and after the surgery.

You need to prepare your home to get complete rest during the healing process. It can be done by:

• Extra ice packs
• Comfortable loose clothes to wear
• Petroleum jelly
• Bathroom chair and hand shower

Besides these, you also need a family member or friend to accompany you to the hospital while returning. Our team of experts, led by Dr Vinod Pachade, provides the patients with affordable tummy tuck costs in Thane. So visit PVR Aesthetica for a consultation on a tummy tuck in Thane.

Tummy tuck surgery is an outpatient procedure which means it does not require an overnight stay and can be completed in a few hours. This procedure is done under the influence of general anaesthesia to ensure no pain and discomfort. The doctor might also prescribe some pain killer medications.

Before the surgery

The surgeon would begin by administering anaesthesia, followed by making incisions in the abdominal region. As per the desire and end goal of the surgery, the method is chosen. The incision is made from the belly button to the pubic hair region. The connective tissue is then drawn taut with permanent sutures.

The amount of skin removed and the type of surgery chosen depends on the shape and length of the surgery. The scar is usually hidden under the bikini line and hence not visible. The belly button is removed through a small incision and placed back with sutures.

During the surgery

The procedure takes around two to three hours to complete. You would feel numb as long as the anaesthesia effect lasts. Antibiotics are prescribed to avoid any infections.

After the surgery

A surgical dressing is used to cover the area. Some drainage pipes are left for fluid removal. Antibiotics should be taken as long as the drainage pipes are attached. The staff members would help you stand and walk around on the day of surgery to avoid clot formation. 

The compression garment has to be worn for around six weeks. It helps support the abdomen while healing and avoids fluid accumulation. 

If you need more information about tummy tuck surgery in Thane, come over to PVR Aesthetica. Our team of medical professionals, led by Dr Pachade, perform an excellent tummy tuck in Thane to provide the patients with a better appearance. So book your appointment for a consultation today!