Is there a way to achieve a flat or sculpted stomach with no unwanted pockets of fat and loose skin? The short answer is YES! Our stomach is one of the most apparent areas that can give our age and lifestyle away. Changes in our physique can happen due to pregnancy, weight gain and weight loss (constant weight fluctuations), and even loose skin due to genetics, which can take their toll on our midsection. Diet and exercise are not to be disregarded, as they are highly beneficial for our overall health, but sometimes, exercise is not enough to reach the desired look. That is where liposuction and tummy tuck surgery, or abdominoplasty, step in.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LIPOSUCTION AND TUMMY TUCK (full and mini)
- Liposuction: This surgical procedure removes excess fat around the abdomen, thighs, arms and buttocks. 2 main liposuction techniques can be used, which are traditional liposuction and VASER liposuction, which is the latest invention for pain-free fat removal. VASER liposuction, uses ultrasound technology that is gentle, safe and precise since it targets body fat explicitly while leaving other body tissues unharmed.
- Tummy tuck: The operation focuses on the removal of fat and skin from the belly as well as strengthening the abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck surgery could be necessary or considered following liposuction. Abdominoplasty can be divided into 2 categories which are, full tummy tuck and mini tummy tuck. The substantial difference is that a mini tummy tuck is a less invasive version that generally takes less time and focuses exclusively on the lower abdomen. The surgery is similar to a full tummy tuck, but the term ‘mini’ refers to the amount of skin and fat that will be removed and in this case the belly button will not be repositioned, unlike in a full tummy tuck.
In summary, considering liposuction in conjunction with a mini tummy tuck would offer superior abdomen contouring and could also resolve worries around scarring and sagging skin issues post-liposuction. The recovery period of both these procedures combined is significantly shorter than a full tummy tuck, which is significantly longer.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF VASER LIPOSUCTION
The benefits of VASER liposuction are:
- more precise removal of fat removal
- enhanced contours
- faster recovery time
- generally done under light sedation
- gentle, safe and pain-free fat removal
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MINI TUMMY TUCK
The benefits of a mini tummy tuck include:
- enhanced appearance of the abdomen leading to a sculpted physique and improved core strength
- less invasive than a full tummy tuck
- smaller incision scar than a full tummy tuck
- faster recovery time
To book a liposuction or abdominoplasty consultation or for more information, contact us at +971 50 494 6377 to schedule an appointment with our plastic surgeon, Dr Maurizio Viel.
Dr Maurizio Viel is a licensed plastic surgeon who obtained his medical degree at the University of Milan, Italy and finished his studies in aesthetic plastic surgery in London, UK. He has been a practising plastic surgeon for over 30 years, working between Harley Street, London, Dubai, and Milan
