If you had to wear a bikini on the beach right now, would you feel comfortable? There are a lot of women out there who feel like this is their ultimate nightmare. The idea of having their abdominal area revealed sounds like one of the most embarrassing things that could happen. While this is the situation that many are dealing with, no one really deserves to live like this. Thankfully, there are steps that you can take to perfect your figure. We would like to tell you about the benefits of a tummy tuck.

A tummy tuck is a procedure that is designed to remove excess skin and some stubborn pockets of fat from the abdominal area. It can also be used to tighten the muscles. Women often use this procedure after going through pregnancies and never being able to achieve their pre-baby body on their own. It is also a procedure that many men and women turn to after losing a large amount of weight.

Get Rid of Excess Skin

Women who have gone through multiple pregnancies may deal with loose belly skin. It may make them feel self-conscious and unattractive. They may never feel completely comfortable in the clothing they wear and would feel even worse if that area of their body was revealed. When a tummy tuck is performed, excess skin is removed. The skin that is left in place is pulled tight, which means that a woman will have a smooth, contoured abdomen.

Individuals who worked hard to lose a large amount of weight often feel happy that the number on the scale has gone down. However, they may still feel dissatisfied with their appearance because of the loose skin that hangs on their body. A tummy tuck can help individuals in this situation as well.

Address Fat and Loose Muscles

In order for a person to qualify for a tummy tuck, surgeons usually require that the person is at or near a healthy weight. Their weight should also be stable. This means that a person would be at the end of their weight loss journey. They would have lost as much weight as they possibly can on their own. However, they may still be struggling with certain pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise.

Liposuction can be used during the tummy tuck procedure to remove the stubborn pockets of fat. The idea is to leave a person with a contoured abdominal area. Their skin will be tight, and they will no longer have unwanted pockets of fat. The surgeon can also tighten the underlying abdominal muscles for a toned look.

Are You a Good Candidate?

If you feel like your stomach is causing you to feel self-conscious or uncomfortable in your own body, you may be a good candidate for a tummy tuck at Murphy Plastic Surgery in Englewood. Contact us today to book an appointment and learn more!