A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a popular cosmetic surgery designed to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen while tightening the abdominal muscles, resulting in a smoother, firmer abdominal profile.
Pregnancy, weight loss, and natural ageing can lead to weakening and separation of the abdominal muscles in the midline, which cannot be corrected through exercise and diet alone.
When there is only a small amount of loose skin, usually prior to pregnancy, a mini tummy tuck may be sufficient.
It’s important to note that it’s not a weight-loss procedure, so it’s advisable to reach your target weight before undergoing abdominoplasty in London. For many women, opting for a tummy tuck is about regaining shape and boosting confidence.
Tummy tucks in London are transformative and the benefits include:
A tummy tuck is carried out in one of my London clinics under general anaesthetic and typically lasts 2- 3 hours.
You will require an overnight stay in hospital to reduce the chance of a deep vein thrombosis.
If you have liposuction carried out at the time of the tummy tuck, you will require a drain. This is usually removed 3 – 5 days after your surgery.
There are a number of techniques and I will advise you on the best one for you during your consultation in London.
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To find out more about abdominoplasties in London, please contact my dedicated team.
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Most patients seeking a tummy tuck are post-pregnancy, where the skin has not retracted, and the rectus muscles have separated, also known as divarication of the recti muscles. This results in a bulge that cannot be corrected with exercise.
Additionally, patients who have undergone significant weight loss also benefit from this procedure.
A mini abdominoplasty is ideal for patients who have not been pregnant and do not need the belly button relocated.
There is no upper age limit for a tummy tuck as long as you are deemed fit for general anaesthetic.
I have a team of senior anaesthetists who manage your pain, allowing you to mobilise quickly.
Recovery after a tummy tuck usually takes around 14 days. I give you personalised advice regarding your aftercare and recovery, but as a general guide you can expect:
I have developed a sophisticated wound closure technique which means patients can shower on the first postoperative day
Complications are rare in my hands but include infection, bleeding, scar, change in sensation and seroma (fluid collection). Whilst patients are warned about these most do not develop any and the post operative recovery is generally uneventful.
The cost of a tummy tuck largely depends on the technique and the individual patient.
I offer a very transparent package quote, which sets out all of the fees, including your post surgery follow up appointments with me.
The package prices start from:
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