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MeMe asked in HealthWomen's Health · 1 decade ago

Abdominoplasty versus panniculectomy - which is better?

What are the advantages / disadvantages of abdominoplasty versus panniculectomy? I'm considering both procedures.

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    Panniculectomy is the removal of the loose (excess) skin and fat tissue below the belly button (umbilicus). Nothing is done to the (possible/probable) loose skin above the belly button. It is strictly to help remove the overhanging skin that is trapping moisture and creating a hygiene and chronic rash problem. It is not meant to improve your overall body shape.

    An abdominoplasty is the removal of the loose (excess) skin and fat tissue from the abdomen (stomach area) with transposition of the skin around the umbilicus (the belly button doesn’t usually get moved, the skin around it does) and often tightening (plication) of the abdominal muscles. This creates a more pleasing shape as it addresses the entire abdomen. It is not just a functional surgery, but a cosmetic one.

    I PERSONALLY THINK U SHOULD SEE A SURGEON AND HE'L TELL U WHAT IS THE BEST PROCEDURE IN YOUR CASE..HOPE IT HELPED : )

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