1. When Crunches Don't Work
While you can incorporate certain exercises and training into your routines to tone abs, sometimes it is tough to really make a difference. Men typically carry more fat around their middle than anywhere else. Loose skin also presents a serious cosmetic issue after a big weight loss. Men often look for relief after gastric bypass surgery, when no amount of crunches seems to make a dent in the flabby abdominal area. Even if you build up the muscles, the extra skin will not go away by itself. But when all else fails, you can get a procedure and have it all removed in a couple of hours.
2. Fat be Gone
During a tummy tuck, or abdominolplasty, the physician also will insert a vacuum hose and suck out the extra fat. After sucking out the excess fat, an incision is made across the hip. The scars will show less there. The excess skin is cut off and the belly button is put back on in the proper location. The abdominal muscles also are tightened during this procedure, a piece of the puzzle that thrills most men.
3. No More Love Handles
A tummy tuck is done on an outpatient basis and usually takes about two to four hours, depending on how much needs to be done. You are given a twilight anesthesia so you don't have to be completely knocked out. Most people do not remember much of the procedure after being under this light anesthesia for a couple hours and you don't have to put up with the risks associated with full anesthesia. The doctor draws on your stomach before you go under to mark the places that need to be improved. You will typically experience a few side effects and recovery takes about two weeks. You'll be able to resume more rigorous activities in four to six weeks.
4. Big Bucks for Tummy Tucks
A tummy tuck will set you back somewhere between $6,000 and $10,000, depending on how extensive the work is. You should plan ahead and save for the procedure because this cosmetic surgery is not covered by any insurance policy. It is elective and purely cosmetic. Most cosmetic surgery practices offer some kind of financing arrangement or you can get a personal loan yourself.
5. Long-lasting Results
A tummy tuck lasts for ten years or more, as long as you keep your weight under control and don't go adding more fat back into your body. A good surgeon will hide the scars, though some scar tissue will not tan and will show more in the summer.
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