The tummy tuck is also called an abdominoplasty and is a cosmetic surgical procedure performed by a plastic surgeon in order to tighten up the midsection. Due to aging, rapid weight loss and repeated pregnancies, many individuals are left with a saggy belly region. Having a problematic physique flaw can cause low self esteem, relationship trouble and fewer promotions at work. These troubles often result directly from a person feeling bad about themselves or with others perceiving them in an unflattering way. How one feels about his or her body can affect how others feel about them and vice versa. In fact, it can become a vicious cycle. Typical patients who report increased success in their lives following tightening up their sagging bellies include individuals who are lacking dates, marriage relationships gone south and an aging business person who is no longer taken seriously due to his or her unsightly figure. Here are some examples of the successes that often occur following an abdominoplasty:
- Lack of social life: If a person feels embarrassed of his or her body, he or she will likely withdraw socially. This may include not asking others out for a date, not going to the beach, wearing dowdy clothes that hide the gut and more. When this same person undergoes an abdominoplasty, he or she will reach the recovery conclusion with a flattened abdomen and a new lease on life. Suddenly, this individual can wear bathing suits, tight jeans and is pleased with the image in the mirror. It’s not a surprise that this person starts going on dates and socializing more. Success!
- Marital problems: After a woman has had several children, chances are that her tummy is stretched out. This may make her feel like her “sexy” days are over which is not conducive to a marital relationship. Enter the tummy tuck – suddenly mommy is slender, taut bellied and a sensual kitten in her relationship. Of course, the husband is happy with the transformation. Success!
- No promotions at work: If a middle aged man has lost a good deal of poundage in order to be healthier, chances are that he has retained a spare tire of flab. If he is a businessman, his suits will appear ill-fitting. If he is a construction worker, he will appear out of shape. Co-workers and supervisors may take a look at him and think “has been.” The promotions may go to younger or fitter staff members. If he follows his weight loss with an abdominoplasty, his abs will be “six-pack” once again. A middle aged stud will be able to move up the career ladder more agilely with a taut belly. Success!
An abdominoplasty can create success in a person’s life because he or she feels better about the image he or she portrays. This boost of confidence will be reflected in his or her demeanor and other’s perception will follow suit. The tummy tuck not only tightens up the external skin but the internal girdle of connective tissue, as well.