After your last pregnancy or losing a significant amount of weight, you may find that you have excess skin and pockets of fat that no amount of dieting and exercise can get rid of. An abdominoplasty, or a tummy tuck, can remove that, giving you a flatter, younger-looking abdomen. Explore these benefits of getting a tummy tuck.
Top Benefits of Getting a Tummy Tuck
Improved Abdominal Contour
When you remove excess skin and fat deposits, your abdomen can look more toned. The abdominoplasty procedure can also tighten or repair abdominal muscles that may have been damaged during pregnancy or significant weight gain and loss.
Enhanced Waistline
Because a tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat deposits, it can enhance and define your waistline. This also allows you to have more clothing options, as you can choose clothing you might not have worn due to the excess skin and fat.
Stretch Mark Reduction
A tummy tuck cannot eliminate all stretch marks, but it can reduce the appearance of the stretch marks on your lower abdomen, especially those that are removed when removing any excess skin.
Hygiene and Health Benefits
Removing excess skin and fat can make it easier to maintain better hygiene, thus increasing your health. Additional health benefits can include mobility improvement and increased physical comfort. When you strengthen the abdominal muscles during a tummy tuck, it can cause you to have better posture and core strength, which may reduce back pain.
Self Confidence and Emotional Well-Being
You may feel more comfortable and get a boost in self-confidence as you enjoy your improved body image after a tummy tuck. This may also lead to better emotional well-being, reducing self-conscious feelings and distress over your body. It can also lead to more motivation or taking better care of yourself, including eating better, exercising more, socializing more, and feeling better about yourself in general.
Where to Find Tummy Tuck in San Antonio, TX
Dr. Jessica Belz serves San Antonio and the surrounding areas in Texas. To find out more about the benefits of a tummy tuck procedure, speak with Dr. Belz today. Schedule a consultation with our office by calling 210-497-7100.