Achieve a smooth, sleek profile

Tummy tuck surgery — often referred to as an abdominoplasty — is designed to smooth and add firmness to your abdomen, giving you a slimmer and trimmer profile. Whether you’ve been left with excess skin on your tummy due to pregnancy or losing a large amount of weight, tummy tuck surgery could be your best option to get rid of an ‘apron tummy’.

A ‘saggy’ stomach is often the result of substantial weight loss or following pregnancy. Many people lose the weight, but as a consequence get left with a surplus of loose skin and fat. Many women also suffer weakened stomach muscles after pregnancy especially in the case of multiple births. The Abdominoplasty procedure can help by tightening up those muscles, helping you to regain a flatter, tighter stomach. Tummy tuck surgery can even eliminate some stretch marks, especially those located below the navel.

Your surgeon will explain the options available for achieving the best result from a tummy tuck according to your individual case and your personal preferences. For example, if the amount of loose skin is minimal and the excess fat deposits are located below your navel, a short horizontal incision may be all that is necessary. In some cases your surgeon may recommend liposuction as well as a tummy tuck to remove abdominal fat.

Before you decide to go ahead with tummy tuck surgery, SMG will offer you a thorough one-to-one medical consultation with a surgeon who specialises in Abdominoplasty. He or she will explain the improvements you can realistically expect.

Your skin tone and the degree of loose skin will be assessed, as well as the amount of excess fat in your abdomen and the condition of your abdominal muscles.

If you plan to become pregnant or lose weight in the future, you should mention this to your surgeon.

For more information on tummy tuck surgery or to get in touch with one of our abdominoplasty experts, call SMG on 080 8256 3459 or get us to call you back.

Tummy Tuck Procedure

A tummy tuck procedure is performed under a general anaesthetic and you should expect to spend two nights in hospital.

Quite simply, tummy tuck surgery removes excess skin and fat. The aim is to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall, resulting in a flatter abdominal profile.

Generally, a horizontal incision is made just within or above the pubic area. The length of the incision depends largely on the amount of skin to be removed. The contour will vary a little according to the structure of your abdomen.
If you have loose skin above the navel, your surgeon may make a second incision around the navel to remove this excess skin. The position of your navel will remain unchanged.
Any skin on the lower abdomen that contains stretch marks may also be removed. Any remaining stretch marks may be flattened and improved.

The Recovery Period

Depending on the technique used, you may have to wear a support garment for several weeks following tummy tuck surgery. Generally stitches will be removed in stages over one to two weeks.

Recovery time after tummy tuck surgery varies from person to person. Depending on the extent of your Abdominoplasty and your general physical condition, you may be able to go back to non-strenuous work anywhere from two to three weeks after surgery. You may even be able to resume most of your normal activities after just four weeks, including some form of mild exercise.

The bruising and most of the swelling will disappear over a period of two to three weeks after tummy tuck surgery. However, it may be some time before all swelling subsides and you see the final results.

Over time, abdominoplasty scars should fade away to barely noticeable faint lines. Fortunately, most swimming costumes and underclothes will conceal scars created by tummy tuck surgery.

Considerations

Tummy tuck surgery complications are extremely rare and your surgeon will discuss any risks during your consultation.

For an estimate on how much a tummy tuck may cost, we recommend that you call SMG FREE on 080 8256 3459 for our latest tummy tuck prices.

For specific information based on your individual needs, we will be happy to arrange a FREE, no obligation consultation.

Before & After

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is tummy tuck surgery for?

A ‘saggy’ stomach is often the result of substantial weight loss or following pregnancy. You lose all the pounds, but end up with a surplus of loose skin and fat.

Many women also suffer weakened stomach muscles after pregnancy especially in the case of multiples. Abdominoplasty can help by tightening up those muscles, helping you to regain that flatter, tighter tum.

Tummy tuck surgery can even eliminate some stretch marks, especially those located below the navel.

What does tummy tuck surgery involve?

Quite simply, tummy tuck surgery removes excess skin and fat. The aim is to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall, resulting in a flatter abdominal profile.

SMG’s goal is to make your experience as easy and comfortable as possible. You will be given a general anaesthetic so that you’ll be asleep throughout the procedure, and expect to spend one night in hospital.

Generally, a horizontal incision is made just within or above the pubic area. The length of the incision depends largely on the amount of skin to be removed. The contour will vary a little according to the structure of your abdomen and the style of beachwear or underclothes you prefer.

If you have loose skin above the navel, your surgeon may make a second incision around the navel to remove this excess skin. The position of your navel will remain unchanged.

Any skin on the lower abdomen that contains stretch marks may also be removed. Any remaining stretch marks may be flattened and improved.

What should I know about tummy tuck surgery?

Before you decide to go ahead with tummy tuck surgery, SMG will offer you a thorough one-to-one medical consultation with a surgeon who specialises in Abdominoplasty. She or he will explain the improvements you can realistically expect.

Your skin tone and the degree of loose skin will be assessed, as well as the amount of excess fat in your abdomen and the condition of your abdominal muscles.

If you plan to become pregnant or lose weight in the future, you should mention this to your surgeon.

What are my options?

Your surgeon will explain the options available for achieving the best result from a tummy tuck according to your individual case and your personal preferences.

For example, if the amount of loose skin is minimal and the excess fat deposits are located below your navel, a short horizontal incision may be all that is necessary.

In some cases your surgeon may recommend liposuction as well as a tummy tuck to remove abdominal fat.

Are there any risks with tummy tucks?

Tummy tuck surgery complications are extremely rare and your surgeon will discuss any risks during your consultation.

What happens after tummy tuck surgery?

Depending on the technique used, you may have to wear a support garment for several weeks following tummy tuck surgery. Generally stitches will be removed in stages over one to two weeks.

When can I resume my normal activities?

Recovery time after tummy tuck surgery varies from person to person. Depending on the extent of your Abdominoplasty and your general physical condition, you may be able to go back to non-strenuous work anywhere from two to three weeks after surgery. You may even be able to resume most of your normal activities after just four weeks, including some form of mild exercise.

When will I see the improvements?

The bruising and most of the swelling will disappear over a period of two to three weeks after tummy tuck surgery. However, it may be some time before all swelling subsides and you see the final results.

Over time, abdominoplasty scars should fade away to barely noticeable faint lines. Fortunately, most swimming costumes and underclothes will conceal scars created by tummy tuck surgery.

Can I expect aftercare following tummy tuck surgery?

When your abdominoplasty is complete, you can expect to receive unrivalled levels of aftercare and post-operative support from SMG. Your surgeon or one of our nurses will organise regular examinations to ensure that yourrecovery is progressing as expected.

How much does a tummy tuck cost?

For an estimate on how much a tummy tuck may cost, we recommend that you call SMG FREE on 080 8120 6654 for our latest tummy tuck prices.

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