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WHY COMBINING COSMETIC SURGERIES MAY BE THE BEST ANSWER
A new study published by the American Society of Plastic Surgery’s official medical journal provides data showing the benefits experienced by patients when combining liposuction and a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). Lipoabdominoplasty – what some are now calling the combination of these two body contouring procedures – was studied over five years of being performed on patients and then compared against data from those who just received a single procedure at a time. Lipoabdominoplasty is a combination procedure much like a mommy makeover. With this treatment, liposuction is used in the beginning to remove excess fat from the abdomen and love handles. Because liposuction cannot treat loose skin or tissue, a tummy tuck is often a great solution to finalize the contours of the body. Really, the two procedures complement each other excellently by addressing issues that would otherwise be left untreated. The study also showed that when using this technique, you may not need drainage during your procedure. This is because liposuction often prevents fluid from collecting under the skin. Without the need for drainage, there is often much less trauma and patients will spend less time recovering. While you do not have to combine liposuction and a tummy tuck if you are considering either, it is often a good idea and a great value. Patients also experience quicker recovery, less nausea, and are better able to keep the tummy tuck scar low and out of sight.
