Tummy tucks are just as popular for men as they are for women. Some men, no matter how much they work out just cannot seem to expose that six pack. And often men who undergo abdominoplasty, want their love handles removed too. Male fat reduction surgery is becoming more part of our culture as men strive to keep up with women who are looking younger than their male counterparts. Plastic surgery was largely a female market, positioning the female at least 10 years younger in appearance than males.
For men, a tummy tuck removes excess fat, flattens the abdominals and tightens the skin of abdomen. Aging is the biggest culprit in sagging mid-sections. For women, pregnancies, age and menopause are the biggest problem, while for men, in addition to age, tend to store fat in their mid section. And let us not forget beer as a major contributor to the beer belly on men, and some women.
Doctors tell advise a consistent exercise routine and healthy diet before and after this type of surgery. The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis with local anesthesia and sedation. There are two incisions, one hip bone to hip bone and a second, to reposition the belly button. Doctors pull together the abdominal muscles and stitch them, remove excess skin and then stretch the remaining skin to create firmer and tighter abdominals Men often opt for this complete surgery rather than a mini, which just removes fat in the lower abdominal area below the belly button.
Some men do, however, choose the extended tummy tuck. The doctor extends the incisions to remove skin and fat in the love handles on the sides and upper hips. Men can choose endoscopic surgery where small incisions are made and a camera inserted where the doctor can tighten stomach muscles without cutting the skin.
The cost of this type of surgery varies depending on procedure, surgeon and facility. A full tuck can run as high as $10,000 while mini tuck will of course cost less. However, adding fat reduction of love handles will increase the price dramatically. And of course, anesthesia and tests prior to surgery plus consultation fees can add to the cost. It is best to get a consultation with a surgeon who offers a complimentary consultation and is accredited with referrals. As with any surgery, there is risk involved and every precaution should be taken to have a safe outcome.
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