Tummy Tuck
The Basics
A Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty, is a procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the tummy whilst at the same time, tightening the abdominal muscles.
The Procedure
Procedure is for people with excessive loose skin and abdominal muscle separation. The procedure is performed under general anaesthetic.
Post Surgery
For first few weeks your abdomen will be swollen and you will be on strong pain medication. Depending on the extent of the surgery, you may have to remain hospitalised for a few days.
After surgery you will require 4-6 weeks downtime with no heavy lifting.
The Results
Results in a scar from hip to hip which usually can be covered by underwear.
*Disclaimer - Results may vary from patient to patient.Other Facts
At your initial consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your health, determine the extent of fat deposits in your abdominal region, and carefully assess your skin tone.
Complications may include infection, hyperpigmentation and keloid scarring.
Tummy Tuck Before & Afters
At Cosmos Clinic, Tummy Tucks are undertaken by specialist plastic surgeon Dr Ellis Choy. Click here to see more of his patients Before and After images
Tummy Tuck
*Results may vary from patient to patient.
**All photos are of patients from Cosmos Clinic, and all ‘after’ images are taken 6 weeks post operation.
Tummy Tuck Videos
Top Tummy Tuck Questions
A Tummy Tuck, or Abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of skin and fat, and tightening of the abdominal muscles. For this reason, it is more extensive than Liposuction. The actual extent of surgery will depend on the amount of excess skin and the laxity of the abdominal muscles.
Tummy Tuck
- Large scar across the abdomen
- Best for excessive loose skin
- General Anaesthesia
- Prolonged recovery (1 Month)
- Tummy area only
- Will repair muscle separation
- Cost: From $12,000-$16,000
Vaser Liposuction
- Tiny scars
- Will tighten moderately loose skin
- Conscious Sedation
- Quick recovery (1 week)
- Can treat whole body
- Will not help muscle separation
- Cost: From $4,400
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