Abdominal etching (six-pack surgery)

Abdominal etching, sometimes known as “six-pack liposuction” or “six-pack surgery,” is a technique that removes stomach fat and allows your natural abdominal muscles to protrude, resulting in a natural “six-pack” appearance. Beyond liposuction and stomach tuck treatments, it also assists patients in achieving “ABS” without spending endless hours in the gym.

The candidates for this operation are those who have a sufficient muscle base in the abdominal area, provided that the total fat percentage does not exceed 20 per cent.

 Pre-operative stage

The case is diagnosed by the surgeon to see the compatibility of the conditions in terms of the percentage of fat in the abdominal area with knowledge of the patient’s health status. Do not hesitate to tell the doctor about your health history in case you had any previous operations or you suffer from any diseases.

On an important note, you must stop smoking and alcohol one week before the operation.

How is the process going?

The entire operation is carried out under general anesthesia and takes approximately 3-5 hours. Fatty tissue beneath the skin is removed and sculpted throughout the operation. The patient’s flexed abs are meticulously marked before the surgery. Small incisions are created inside the natural contours of the abdomen during surgery. Scarring is reduced as a result of this. Fat is removed in certain locations, thinned in others, and repositioned to emphasize the abdominal (rectus) muscles and the linea alba through these incisions (the line running down the center of the abdomen).

The same procedure can be applied to areas of the body such as the waist and chest muscles.

Post-operative stage

A skilled plastic surgeon performs all male abdominal etching operations under general anesthesia in an approved surgical facility. It normally takes around few hours to complete the process. There will be some swelling and bruising in the abdomen following the operation. For 1 or 2 months, a specific compression corset should be worn. Most people can return to their normal routines after a week and begin exercising after a month. Within 6 months, the edema is reduced and the full effect of the procedure is fully visible within 1 year. This surgery gives males a more distinct abdomen.