In addition to the Liposuction I am best to have a tummy tuck..
"Abdominoplasties are particularly useful for women who have had a number of children and consequently stretched their abdominal muscles past point of no return and build up of extra skin around the middle which creates unsightly and unattractive folds that exercise and diet cannot reduce." - yup thats me... no return....
How the Abdominoplasty surgery is performed
The entire tummy tuck procedure takes on average two to five hours depending on the nature of the procedure.
The procedure begins with a long incision across the hipbone immediately above the pubic area. Surgeons then make another cut to remove the belly button from the original tissue in order to transplant it back when the procedure is complete.
The skin is then separated from the lower torso from the pubic area to the ribcage, revealing the muscles underneath. These muscles are then stitched together forcing them to conform to their new position, creating a more toned and defined waistline. The skin is then stretched down to the area of the initial incision, sutured together, and any skin that remains is surgically removed. A new cut is made for the navel and gauze, bandages, and a temporary tube to drain away any excess fluid are added to finish up the surgery.
Circumferential Abdominoplasty
When patients desire a more defined waistline that extends beyond the front portion of their abdomen they often require the complex procedure called Circumferential Abdominoplasty. Rather than merely concentrate on sculpting and shaping the front part of the stomach as common tummy tucks achieve, circumferential abdominoplasty takes into account the entire middle portion of the body.
Most people who elect this procedure have localized fat deposits and or disproportional fat distribution that affect the way they look, feel, and act. Although the scarring from this surgery is usually far more extensive than less invasive procedures, many patients feel it is an equitable trade off to achieve the look they desire.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Thursday, May 21, 2009
The Dangers of Liposuction
The dangers of liposuction are sometimes overlooked when the lure of a more shaply figure is within reach. Imagine having trimmer tummy and slimmer thighs - but without months of lettuce leaves? I have been doing heaps of research and am scared as hell... but here goes....
Some of the possible side effects of this procedure are bruising, swelling, temporary numbness and discomfort in the surgically treated area. There is a possibility of serious complications such as blood clots, infection or allergic reactions if the procedure is not performed by an experienced plastic surgeon.
The dangers of liposuction increase in proportion to the amount of fat removed. The risks and dangers of liposuction are increased if the large area is to be treated. There is also a chance that vital organs can be perforated or injured. Other dangers of liposuction can occur during the recovery process, in which the patient can incur infection or have unfavorable drug reactions.
Liposuction removes excess fat from specific areas of the body to improve its shape and contours. A blunt tube similar to a straw is inserted through tiny incisions in the skin. A suction pump is connected to the tube, which is moved in a side-to-side motion, vacuuming out the excess fat.
Large amounts of fluid containing diluted lidocaine for local anesthesia and epinephrine to reduce bleeding are gently pumped into the fatty layer through tiny needle holes in the skin until it is swollen or tumescent. As a result of the blood vessel constriction from the epinephrine in the anesthetic solution, there is very minimal bleeding during and after surgery. The average blood loss is just about a tablespoon, less than is often taken for blood tests so there is no need for blood transfusions.
The swelling of the fatty layer makes it easier to remove the unwanted fat, greatly reduces bleeding and results in numbness that lasts up to 24 hours. This numbness allows the procedure to be done without the need for general anesthesia and greatly reduces postoperative discomfort. Usually light oral sedation is used to make the injection of the fluid comfortable.
The biggest dangers of liposuction procedures have been related to three factors: the risks associated with general anesthesia and sedation, risks associated with blood loss and fluid replacement, and risks associated with excessive liposuction. These dangers of liposuction are reduced or eliminated by adhering to the tumescent technique.
The drugs used for general anesthesia are relatively more dangerous than those used for local anesthesia. The dangers of liposuction associated with these medicines, including respiratory arrest and allergic reactions, are eliminated by not using them. Local anesthesia is considerably safer, and tumescent liposuction provides better comfort requiring only Tylenol for pain relief during healing.
Using the tumescent technique eliminates the risks associated with substantial blood loss during traditional liposuction. Although the limit of fat removal for one session is ten pounds, the greater the amount of fat taken out can increase the dangers of liposuction. The less fat removed in any one surgery needs to be strictly limited for safety's sake. Liposuction is not appropriate for everyone.
Some of the possible side effects of this procedure are bruising, swelling, temporary numbness and discomfort in the surgically treated area. There is a possibility of serious complications such as blood clots, infection or allergic reactions if the procedure is not performed by an experienced plastic surgeon.
The dangers of liposuction increase in proportion to the amount of fat removed. The risks and dangers of liposuction are increased if the large area is to be treated. There is also a chance that vital organs can be perforated or injured. Other dangers of liposuction can occur during the recovery process, in which the patient can incur infection or have unfavorable drug reactions.
Liposuction removes excess fat from specific areas of the body to improve its shape and contours. A blunt tube similar to a straw is inserted through tiny incisions in the skin. A suction pump is connected to the tube, which is moved in a side-to-side motion, vacuuming out the excess fat.
Large amounts of fluid containing diluted lidocaine for local anesthesia and epinephrine to reduce bleeding are gently pumped into the fatty layer through tiny needle holes in the skin until it is swollen or tumescent. As a result of the blood vessel constriction from the epinephrine in the anesthetic solution, there is very minimal bleeding during and after surgery. The average blood loss is just about a tablespoon, less than is often taken for blood tests so there is no need for blood transfusions.
The swelling of the fatty layer makes it easier to remove the unwanted fat, greatly reduces bleeding and results in numbness that lasts up to 24 hours. This numbness allows the procedure to be done without the need for general anesthesia and greatly reduces postoperative discomfort. Usually light oral sedation is used to make the injection of the fluid comfortable.
The biggest dangers of liposuction procedures have been related to three factors: the risks associated with general anesthesia and sedation, risks associated with blood loss and fluid replacement, and risks associated with excessive liposuction. These dangers of liposuction are reduced or eliminated by adhering to the tumescent technique.
The drugs used for general anesthesia are relatively more dangerous than those used for local anesthesia. The dangers of liposuction associated with these medicines, including respiratory arrest and allergic reactions, are eliminated by not using them. Local anesthesia is considerably safer, and tumescent liposuction provides better comfort requiring only Tylenol for pain relief during healing.
Using the tumescent technique eliminates the risks associated with substantial blood loss during traditional liposuction. Although the limit of fat removal for one session is ten pounds, the greater the amount of fat taken out can increase the dangers of liposuction. The less fat removed in any one surgery needs to be strictly limited for safety's sake. Liposuction is not appropriate for everyone.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
QCG - a breath of fresh air to the magazine world
Last night I went to a magazine launch. Sophee the editor has a vision to change the perception of beauty with the media – a huge undertaking and one that needs to be both encouraged and supported.
At first, Sophee had wanted to produce a magazine aimed at her own age group – that of under 25s. She quite rightly believes the body image is influenced almost exclusively through the images young girls receive through the media. Unfortunately, the reception she received about her idea was met with resistance and heavily discouraged.
She turned to her mothers age group –the lady-boomers and found the women over 40 were more comfortable with their bodies, have had enough life experience to realize that beauty radiates from within. Sadly the current models and stars don’t support these undercurrents – Cleo and Cosmo were once bastions of fashion and feminine spirit for the over 30 woman. Nowadays they seem to have been reduced to an audience of under 21s. – at least the articles appear to be written for that age group and the models – well….. I would wonder how many were over 15.
The magazine – QCG – Queensland Calendar Girls will be produced quarterly and will collect inspirational stories of strength and endurance hope and true beauty for the more mature set of women.
Sophees vision is inspiration. As he quoted the wonderful words – be the change you want to see in the world, many of us had to hold back a tear. Follow her on twitter
or check out the website.
Brings me back to my next thought of acceptance for all body types. I am still struggling with the concept and perhaps in a worse place than I have ever been.
I had wanted this blog to be inspirational and full of hope and promise for others and all it has seemed to be is me whining and carrying on about how gross I am. I have not posted for a long time as I felt it was hypocritical of me to do so.
Having forced myself to be sociable and network once again am mortified by the photos of the evening depicting me. I stare and wonder who the fat old chick is and willing her to wake up to herself and get the hell out of the public eye and go and hide back in a cupboard where she belongs.
At first, Sophee had wanted to produce a magazine aimed at her own age group – that of under 25s. She quite rightly believes the body image is influenced almost exclusively through the images young girls receive through the media. Unfortunately, the reception she received about her idea was met with resistance and heavily discouraged.
She turned to her mothers age group –the lady-boomers and found the women over 40 were more comfortable with their bodies, have had enough life experience to realize that beauty radiates from within. Sadly the current models and stars don’t support these undercurrents – Cleo and Cosmo were once bastions of fashion and feminine spirit for the over 30 woman. Nowadays they seem to have been reduced to an audience of under 21s. – at least the articles appear to be written for that age group and the models – well….. I would wonder how many were over 15.
The magazine – QCG – Queensland Calendar Girls will be produced quarterly and will collect inspirational stories of strength and endurance hope and true beauty for the more mature set of women.
Sophees vision is inspiration. As he quoted the wonderful words – be the change you want to see in the world, many of us had to hold back a tear. Follow her on twitter
or check out the website.
Brings me back to my next thought of acceptance for all body types. I am still struggling with the concept and perhaps in a worse place than I have ever been.
I had wanted this blog to be inspirational and full of hope and promise for others and all it has seemed to be is me whining and carrying on about how gross I am. I have not posted for a long time as I felt it was hypocritical of me to do so.
Having forced myself to be sociable and network once again am mortified by the photos of the evening depicting me. I stare and wonder who the fat old chick is and willing her to wake up to herself and get the hell out of the public eye and go and hide back in a cupboard where she belongs.
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