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What Exactly Is a Tummy Tuck?
A tummy tuck is a procedure whereby a horizontal incision is made in a "French bikini" line across the lower abdomen, sort of like a smile.
The incision is much similar to that of a Cesarean section. Usually, this is used in combination with liposuction, both suctioning and excising (cutting out) layers of fat from the lower and sometimes upper abdomen.
The surgery is done under general or epidural anesthesia.
Most surgeons "tighten" the stomach muscles themselves using sutures in a corset fashion. Several inches of skin and flab from the lower abdomen are removed, usually including any stretch marks.
What About My Belly Button? Where Will It End Up?
The incision is closed and a new "belly button" is created by cutting a hole in the area where the old belly button was and suturing the edges. When done with care, the new belly button loo...
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