Many people are aware of the transformative results a tummy tuck can achieve. However, drainless tummy tucks are less well-known. Dr. Aly performs drainless tummy tuck surgery in Dallas, TX, to optimize safety and patient comfort during recovery. This blog discusses the benefits of a drainless tummy tuck and the expected results.
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Transforming Your Abdomen With a Tummy Tuck
Many people want a flat, smooth stomach with well-defined abdominal contours. Yet this aesthetic is not easily achievable with diet and exercise alone and can be even more difficult to achieve for those with excess skin. For most people, the stomach is one of the toughest areas to lose stubborn fat, and once people lose weight, they are left with droopy excess skin that can only be removed with surgery. Some people experience diastasis recti, when the abdominal muscles separate and create a bulge in the belly.
Tummy tuck surgery can tighten abdominal muscles, remove stubborn fat, and eliminate sagging skin. For people who have been struggling with excess fat and skin in the abdominal area, it can be a life-changing procedure.
How Does a Drainless Tummy Tuck Differ From a Traditional Tummy Tuck?
While many people may be aware of tummy tuck surgery, not as many are familiar with a drainless tummy tuck. During a traditional tummy tuck procedure, a tiny space is left between the skin/fat layer and muscles once the incisions are created, and body fluids can build up in this space. To combat this issue, surgeons will usually insert one or two drains to collect the accumulated fluid. During tummy tuck recovery, patients must empty out the drains every so often and clean the exit point of the drains. These drains typically need to stay in for at least one week after the procedure and may stay in for up to three weeks, depending on the surgery.
A drainless tummy tuck has virtually the same components as a traditional tummy tuck, with the exception of no drains being inserted at the end of the procedure. Dr. Aly chooses to perform all his surgeries without drains. He uses a technique that involves hidden internal sutures, known as “quilting sutures,” to break up the space between the skin/fat layer and muscles. This allows patients to avoid having to care for the cumbersome drains during their recovery period.
Why Should You Choose a Drainless Tummy Tuck?
Tummy tuck recovery can be daunting enough on its own, with the need to take time off work and restrict many physical activities. The last thing most people want to deal with is emptying surgical drains and cleaning the adjacent area multiple times a day. A drainless tummy tuck allows patients to focus on resting and healing their bodies without worrying about these extra tasks.
Patients can enjoy the following benefits with a drainless tummy tuck:
- Increased comfort
- Reduced surgical complications
- Smoother recovery
Want to Know More About Drainless Tummy Tuck Surgery in Dallas, TX?
If you’re ready to experience the transformative results of a drainless tummy tuck, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Aly to begin the process. To learn more about tummy tuck surgery or to request a consultation, call (214) 645-3565 or fill out our online contact form.