As people age, their metabolism slows down, and they do not burn as many calories as they used to. The body will put more of its energy into maintaining the daily functioning of the organs than working out. As people get older, they accumulate years of “damage” from unhealthy food choices, lack of exercise or exercise injuries, and the stress of everyday life.
That is why, as people get older, they might not feel like exercising as often. The body feels less of a need to burn all that extra energy, and their tummy is one of the body parts that gain and retain fat.
Why a Woman’s Waistline Changes As She Gets Older
The natural process of aging as well as pregnancy, directly impacts how and where our bodies store fat. People lose muscle mass and muscle tissue that are primarily responsible for helping them stay active and strong. As the muscle mass decreases, all other body parts will start sagging, too. The upper arms and thighs are the first areas that begin to lose their firmness and tone, impacting how our midsection looks, especially as they lose their muscle tone.
As people get older, hormone levels change, impacting their body’s ability to burn fat. Men and women usually experience this change at different times in their lives. For women, the middle years are when their hormones start to change causing their bodies to store fat more quickly and gain weight more readily.
How Will Tummy Tuck Help
Tummy tuck surgery rewards people who have healthy body weight, and it can help you regain a flat belly. It is designed to make you look better, feel better, and reduce back pain by improving your posture. It is essential to realize that this surgery is designed to give you back a tummy that is firm, flat, and well-toned by eliminating extra skin and tightening your abdominal muscles.
The surgery works to accomplish three goals:
- Remove excess skin, excess fat, and tighten your abdominal muscles in one area;
- Create an attractive flat tummy that is well-toned and shows better-defined abs;
- Reduce your back pain by strengthening your core.
Does Age Matter in Tummy Tuck?
According to ASPS, the procedure is popular in patients between the ages of 35 and 50 (56.3 percent), followed by patients between the ages of 51 and 64 (21 percent), only 4 percent of patients in 2018 were over the age of 65.
Benefits of Getting a Tummy Tuck
In addition to improving our bodies, belly fat directly impacts people’s health. Here are some of the benefits of getting a tummy tuck:
- Reduces some health risks such as ventral hernia and stress incontinence;
- Improves the look of your skin
- Reduces the appearance of stretch marks
- Reduces the size of your waist
- Improves your body shape
- Reduces back pain
How Much Does a Tummy Tuck Cost?
Fees vary from plastic surgeon to plastic surgeon. It is important to consider the quality of care you will receive when thinking about price. Since every patient is different, уоur doctor must take the time to listen to your needs and wants and make the best recommendation for you.
Conclusion
Tummy tuck surgery can help you regain a flat, well-toned, and firm tummy. It is an excellent procedure for both men and women. People who have lost muscle tone and have significant excess skin, fat, and stretch marks can benefit from a tummy tuck. If your goal is to achieve a flat tummy that looks great, feels great, and improves confidence, this procedure would be a good solution for you.
If you are interested in learning more about the tummy tuck and other surgical options in Torrance, give us a call at (310) 326-3636 for a free cosmetic consultation. Peninsula Plastic Surgery will help you get started on a great solution in your quest to find a flat tummy!
