A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a great solution to your body image and physical health needs. With the right cosmetic surgeon, a tummy tuck can do more than just improve your silhouette—it can improve your life. The average tummy tuck costs just about $6,092, not including anesthesia and other fees. Learn why getting a tummy tuck is well worth the cost.

You can gain more self esteem

There are some studies that suggest that getting a tummy tuck leads to better self esteem and improved quality of life. Women are likely to report that getting a tummy tuck makes them more sexually satisfied and gives them a more confidence in their own body image. If you have depression, poor body image, or just want to improve the quality of your mental well-being, then getting a tummy tuck as part of your overall wellness technique can be beneficial to you.

You can be more motivated to stay thin

Getting a tummy tuck can help you feel more motivated to stay thin, for several reasons. First, you want to remain thin after a tummy tuck so you preserve the results you got, and second, you want to stay thin after a tummy tuck so you can continue to justify the cost of the procedure and the recovery time involved.

Remember: a tummy tuck is a great cosmetic solution to losing loose belly skin and removing belly fat, but it will not give you permanent results on its own. You still have to exercise and maintain a healthy diet in order to see lasting results.

You can get your former body back

Do you have the desire to get a tummy tuck because you've had children, have recently lost a lot of weight, or you've had other things happen in life that caused your stomach to become less elastic and flat? A tummy tuck can help you restore your body to where it was when you were younger so you can feel more in control of your body.

Before you get a tummy tuck, ask your cosmetic surgeon about the benefits of this procedure, what it entails, and how you can prepare at home for both the surgery and the recovery time. You want to take time off work and school and make arrangements for your family, if needed, so you can get the most out of your experience overall.