A tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure that is carried out to remove excess skin in the abdominal area. It also repairs and tightens muscles that are stretched or weakened, and is commonly used to remove sagging skin and excess fat in the stomach area. Because it is an elective or cosmetic procedure it is not covered by health insurance, and many patients query a tummy tuck in Thailand as a more affordable option.
When Is Tummy Tuck Surgery Carried Out?
Also known as an abdominoplasty, a tummy tuck procedure is generally performed when you want to 
remove extra fat or skin in the tummy area. It can be done to repair muscles that have separated in the abdomen or to
- Address structural defects in the abdomen
- Address abdominal abnormalities that have been caused by obesity
- Address abnormalities after a pelvic tumour
- Change the shape of your abdomen after you have had a hernia
Some patients also elect to have an apronectomy in conjunction with an abdominoplasty, in order to remove skin or fat that might hang over the pelvis. Sometimes this overhand can cause skin irritations or make personal hygiene complicated.
Do You Need A Tummy Tuck Procedure?
If you are thinking about having tummy tuck surgery, you should make sure it is the right option for you. You should only be considering surgery if the fat and skin around your abdomen is not responsive to diet and exercise. This is important because if you do not change your lifestyle, you may find that you put weight straight back on after the procedure has been carried out.
What’s The Difference Between A Tummy Tuck And Liposuction?
A tummy tuck and liposuction are not the same procedure. Liposuction can be performed on different parts of the body – like the stomach, hips, thighs and buttocks. It is best for the removal of small fat deposits.
A tummy tuck removes fat deposits as well as excess skin. A tummy tuck may be a good idea for you in the event that
- Your BMI is in excess of 30
- You are currently using other methods to lose weight (not relying solely on surgical procedures)
- You would like to fall pregnant in the future
- You have an underlying heart condition
What About A Tummy Tuck Thailand?
There is a growing trend towards medical tourism, which sees lots of Australians jetting off to exotic locations like Thailand and malaysia to have medical, dental and surgical procedures carried out. Generally this is done because they consider the cost of a tummy tuck in Thailand to be significantly lower than having it done locally.
This is definitely worth a second though because in the majority of cases you are not going to receive the same level of treatment – before, during or after your tummy tuck surgery if you leave the country and go to Thailand. Certainly, while surgical standards have improved tremendously in recent years and thousands of these procedures are carried out all the time, the standards that are upheld in Australia are not the same as those in places like Thailand and even though you might think you are comparing two of the same procedures, you really are not.
Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Have A Tummy Tuck Overseas
It’s Not Something To Rush Into
Having a tummy tuck procedure is quite a complex process that requires thorough planning and consultation ahead of time. Certainly we live in a culture of high competition, where there is always someone willing to do something cheaper. Even though medical advances can help us to improve the features we have, you only have one body for your lifetime, and there are plenty of examples of botched surgeries to be viewed on the internet that serve as a clear warning why cosmetic surgery isn’t something to be taken for granted. Many of these disasters happen in exotic countries where patients claim to be able to visit, have a five star holiday and a surgery for the same price as a tummy tuck in Australia.
You Won’t Have Any Recourse If Something Does Go Wrong
In Australia your patient rights are upheld by regulatory frameworks and medical boards that maintain standards.
When you leave the borders of the country and elect to have a surgery in a place like Thailand, you are on your own. And if something does go wrong, you need to be prepared for that eventuality.
To be really realistic, you also need to consider what the costs would be if something does go wrong, and add that into the price you are quoted for your tummy tuck in an exotic place like Thailand.
You Need Post-surgical Support
You need to have a surgeon to lean on once your surgery is complete and it is not practical to stay in a hotel after your surgery. The best place to heal and recover is your own home. And the most convenient way to get help if you need it, is if it is close by.
If you are considering a tummy tuck Thailand you should speak to a local surgeon about your risk factors before you jet off. Please contact us for a confidential consultation: (02) 8599 7161.
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