Flour de lis tummy tuck tattoo The flour de lis tummy tuck tattoo is a traditional body modification style that has been around for centuries. The flour de lis tummy tuck is a popular choice for women who want to get rid of excess skin and fat after giving birth. This tattoo is also used to remove stretch marks and scar tissue from other areas of the body, such as the hips or thighs.
The flour de lis tummy tuck tattoo design consists of two separate parts: a large circle (the belly button) and an upside down triangle (the upper part of the abdomen). The triangle represents all things feminine, while the circle represents all things masculine.
Read on to learn more ABOUT Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck Tattoo, Do I Need A Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck AND How Long Does A Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck Take
Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck Tattoo
Fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty (aka a Fleur-de-lis tummy tuck) is a highly specialized tummy tuck technique typically used in post-bariatric patients after significant weight loss to remove skin both horizontally and vertically which creates two separate scars: one horizontal across the lower abdomen and one vertical along the midline, with the final scar resulting in an upside down “T.” The term “fleur-de-lis” simply translates in French to “flower of the lily” and is a well-recognized symbol in French monarchy and New Orleans culture – similar to the logo seen on the helmets of the New Orleans Saints. Consequently, the fleur-de-lis tummy tuck derives its name from the incision pattern once the two incisions have been partially closed to resemble a three-petal iris flower.
What is Goal of a Fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty?
The goal of the fleur-de-lis technique is to significantly remove horizontal and vertical skin excess and narrow the waistline to provide the best appearance for the patient. The fleur-de-lis tuck surgery can be performed on both male and female patients following substantial weight loss and gastric bypass surgery procedures. Commonly, these patients will have lost over 100 pounds or more who present with massive skin excess of the tummy region. Unfortunately, standard techniques in tummy tuck/abdominoplasty inadequately eliminate the circumferential skin laxity in the midline and around the waist, thus contributing to their wide girth and boxy appearance.
When to choose between performing Traditional vs Fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty?
As compared to traditional abdominoplasty, the fleur-de-lis technique offers several key advantages which include the use on patients presenting with pre-existing midline abdominal scars or upper abdominal subcostal scars following open gallbladder surgery (Kocher incision) and incorporating the fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty into a simultaneous circumferential lower body lift or belt lipectomy. Patients presenting with upper midline abdominal scars from previous bariatric surgery or gallbladder removal may develop interruption of the blood supply to the adjacent skin. Therefore, the fleur-de-lis technique safely removes skin excess that may otherwise be subject to skin ischemia and necrosis if traditional tummy tuck techniques are used. In addition, it is not uncommon for post-bariatric patients to present with additional skin and soft tissue redundancy to the flanks, back, and buttocks. In these particular cases, the fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty technique with or without concurrent liposuction is designed to extend the scar circumferentially around the body to remove a complete block of tissue in a 360-degree manner.
What are the various Types of Abdominoplasty that can be performed?
Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is one of the most commonly performed procedures in cosmetic plastic surgery. Due to the many variations in patient anatomy, the choice between the type of abdominoplasty procedure depends upon the patient’s loose skin, fat, stretch marks, previous scars, and muscle separation. Current options in abdominoplasty procedures include standard tuck with or without concurrent liposuction, mini, umbilical float, and “fleur-de-lis” tummy tuck. More specifically, the fleur-de-lis pattern is popularized as one of the cornerstone techniques for abdominoplasty in the massive weight loss and post-bariatric patient.
Do I Need A Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck
The Fleur de Lis technique is a variation of the anchor pattern and can be used in conjunction with an umbilical hernia repair. This technique, however, does not address any underlying abdominal wall laxity that may be present. If there was significant laxity and/or significant abdominal fat, it would need to be addressed prior to the tummy tuck.
If you have an umbilical hernia, it is best to repair the hernia first and then perform the tummy tuck. If you choose to have both procedures performed at the same time, then you should consider having a separate doctor do each procedure.
The Fleur de Lis tummy tuck is a technique that I have been performing for over 20 years. This is a variation of the traditional tummy tuck where you remove skin from above the belly button, but leave the umbilicus intact. The advantage of this technique is that you are able to preserve more of your abdominal muscles, which results in a better contour around your waist after surgery.
The disadvantage of this technique is that there is no way to bring down excess skin below the umbilicus (i.e., at the pubic area) without removing it entirely. Therefore, when patients have significant amounts of lower abdominal skin excess (commonly referred to as “muffin top”), they will need to undergo liposuction prior to surgery in order to achieve good body contour afterwards.
The Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck is an advanced tummy tuck procedure that reshapes and contours your body by removing excess skin and fat. The procedure is designed to give you a flat, firm abdomen by removing excess skin and fat in the abdominal area. We perform this procedure in conjunction with Liposuction of the flanks, hips and back when indicated.
In addition to helping you achieve a slimmer profile, this procedure also helps you to improve your self-image and feel confident in your skin again. It can also help reduce the symptoms associated with pregnancy such as loose skin, stretch marks and abdominal bulges.
If you’re looking for a tummy tuck procedure that will give you amazing results without the need for implants or liposuction, then this might be just what you’ve been looking for!
How Long Does A Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck Take
The Fleur de Lis Tummy Tuck is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat, tightens the muscles of the abdomen, and redefines the waistline. It is a body contouring procedure that helps to treat loose abdominal skin, stretch marks, and/or bulges.
The procedure takes approximately 1 hour to perform under general anesthesia. The patient will stay in the hospital overnight and go home the next day.
Fleur de Lis Tummy Tuck Recovery
Full recovery may take up to 3 weeks depending on your individual healing process. There will be some swelling for several weeks after surgery which will gradually decrease over time. Most patients return to work after 2 weeks but this may vary depending on your job and what type of activities are required at work (i.e., lifting). Exercise should be avoided for 2 weeks after surgery. Bruising and swelling should resolve within two weeks but may last longer for some patients.
The Fleur de Lis Tummy Tuck is performed under general anesthesia and takes approximately two hours. The incision is placed in the lower part of the abdominal wall, just above the pubic hairline. This allows for a longer stretch of incision and less visible scarring. The pubic area is opened up and the excess fat, skin, and muscle are removed. The belly button is reshaped to make it more feminine. The muscles are repositioned and tightened, resulting in a flatter abdomen with a more defined waistline.
The Fleur de Lis Tummy Tuck is done as an outpatient procedure with a hospital stay of only one night. You will be able to return to work within three weeks after surgery, depending on your level of activity before surgery. Most patients experience some pain after surgery, but this can be controlled with pain medications prescribed by your surgeon or anesthesiologist. Your doctor will discuss the specific type of pain medication that would be best for you based on your medical history and other factors such as age or other conditions you may have (such as arthritis).
If your surgery was performed using Liposuction Technology (LST), there may be some swelling that lasts up to three months after surgery before full results appear