Many people struggle for a flat, well-toned abdomen through dieting and exercise but sometimes these methods fail. Even people with balanced weight and a well-shaped body can develop a prominent, loose or overhanging belly.

Abdominoplasty can be accompanied by Liposuction to trim, slim or shape those well-known areas where fat accumulates and cannot be eliminated even with a regular routine of exercise.

Abdominoplasty combined with Liposuction is a method used for considerably improving the appearance and shape of the body. You will obtain the benefits of two of the most sought-after kinds of aesthetic surgery in one single operation.

Salutaris is the clinical leader in the field of Plastic Surgery in Guadalajara. Our staff includes a group of highly qualified Plastic Surgeons who will accompany you throughout the entire process until you have achieved the appearance you are looking for.

We have explained that Abdominoplasty combined with Liposuction is very efficient. Nevertheless, if you are thinking of undergoing this surgery, you ought to be aware that its success will depend on various factors.

The appropriate candidate for this surgery must be healthy, with firm and elastic skin, well prepared to maintain good habits of eating and exercising, once the procedure has been carried out.

Remember that this procedure is not a substitute for losing weight, but rather a help for correcting a situation which exercise was unable to resolve.

Plastic Surgery of this type lasts approximately three to five hours. This will vary according to the quantity of skin and fat to be removed.

The procedure begins with the Abdominoplasty and once this is finished the Liposuction is carried out.

A small incision is made in the area where the fat will be removed. Through this opening a cannula (tube) is inserted until it reaches the lower layers of fat. Moving the cannula forwards and backwards, the surgeon uses it to suck up the adipose tissue from the area.

At the end, your doctor will apply small stitches to the incisions. Surgical drains will be inserted in the area to prevent the accumulation of fluids, which could cause infections.

At the end of the Abdominoplasty combined with Liposuction it will be necessary to use a compression garment in the treated area, to avoid excessive inflammation and to accelerate the recovery process.

To increase the satisfaction of our patients, we at Salutaris believe that good communication with your doctor will play an essential role for success and satisfaction in your Abdominoplasty combined with Liposuction.

In your diagnostic session it is necessary for you to communicate to your Plastic Surgeon all your doubts and expectations about the procedure. For his part, he will study your medical history and will inform you about the surgery process, the recovery time and the cost of the same. In this way, you will have a very clear idea about the benefits and risks of your operation.

It is important that every single aspect be crystal clear to you, in this way assuring your full satisfaction along the road to obtaining the flat belly you have always wanted.

After an Abdominoplasty combined with Liposuction, some complications may arise, although this is unusual. Most of these are infections in the area treated or internal infections which can be eliminated with antibiotics. It is also possible for liquids (seroma) to accumulate, but these can be drained.

We suggest that you follow the instructions and recommendations of your Plastic Surgeon in every detail to reduce risks of this sort and to increase your satisfaction in regard to the surgery.

If you have any doubt, please share it with your doctor. Don’t forget that his mission is to offer you truly excellent service.

You will undergo two surgeries at the same time, which means you will probably experience some pain. Your Plastic Surgeon will prescribe medications which will reduce the pain and inflammation, although these will diminish over a period of a few weeks.

You will need to wear a compression garment, which is similar to an abdominal binder, for four to six weeks. This will help reduce swelling, avoid the accumulation of liquid and will provide comfort and support all through the healing period. It is possible that you will have to use this compression bandage over several weeks.

You will be able to return to your daily life and enjoy your new flat and firm belly after approximately three weeks. Pay attention to each of the recommendations of your Plastic Surgeon so your recovery process will include no setbacks.

In order for your abdomen to maintain its new shape for a long time, you should follow a balanced diet and do exercise.