It's a common complaint among many women: stubborn belly fat! Even when we've managed to get the rest of our body looking fit and trim, the stubborn fat around our tummies continues to hang around. For many women, the only way to get rid of their belly bulge is through abdominal liposuction, a technique surgeons use to remove excess fat from the abdomen and recontour the waistline.

If you're considering abdominal liposuction to trim the fat from your midsection, the following information will help introduce you to the procedure.

Why abdominal liposuction?

The tendency to accumulate fat in your abdominal area can be an inherited trait. This can make it very difficult to lose those extra pounds of fat around your midsection. Even when women lose a significant amount of weight, some continue to tote around fat around their bellies. In such cases, all the sit-ups in the world will not eliminate the stubborn fatty tissue around the abdomen. This is why many women turn to abdominal liposuction. With its ability to successfully remove excess fat from the abdomen, women can achieve a flatter tummy and more slender physique.

What are the benefits of abdominal liposuction?

Having a newly trim tummy can do worlds for your self-esteem. Your new figure can also provide you with the motivation you need to exercise and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Exercise can even be easier with that extra layer of fat out of the way. With your clothes fitting better, you feel more confident about your appearance. Many women even find themselves saying goodbye to their one-piece bathing suits and hello to a new bikini!

How is abdominal liposuction performed?

After undergoing general anesthesia or a sedative, a tiny incision is made in your abdominal skin, most commonly in the area of your belly button or just below your bikini line. Next, a thin tube is inserted in through the incision and into the fatty tissue. This small tube is used to break up the fat deposits, contouring the abdominal area as desired. The excess fat is then removed with a surgical vacuum, with blood vessels, nerves, and muscles left intact. There are a variety of lipo techniques that can be used during the surgery. Your doctor will typically discuss these methods with you and decide which may be best for you.

What can I expect long-term after abdominal liposuction?

Because many of the fat cells responsible for the accumulation of fat around your abdomen are removed, many patients won't gain weight in the abdominal area after the procedure. However, this does not guarantee that you won't gain weight in other areas of your body. So if you decide to undergo abdominal liposuction, be sure to maintain your new figure with routine exercise and a healthy diet.