Excess abdominal skin
Removing loose or overhanging skin to improve abdominal contour.
Abdominoplasty
Abdominoplasty
Abdominoplasty surgery to reshape the abdomen, remove excess skin and restore contour
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as tummy tuck surgery, is designed to address excess abdominal skin, tissue laxity and contour concerns.
Treatment planning considers skin excess, abdominal wall support, fat distribution and overall body proportion to create a more refined abdominal profile.
Restoring Shape
A more comprehensive abdominal reshaping procedure
Abdominoplasty is often considered where loose skin, stretched tissues or abdominal wall changes cannot be adequately addressed through liposuction alone.
The procedure focuses on removing excess tissue, improving contour and creating a more proportionate abdominal profile.
For more limited lower abdominal concerns, mini abdominoplasty may be suitable. Where the main concern is fat with moderate laxity, liposuction with Renuvion may be discussed instead.
What Abdominoplasty Can Address
Excess skin, tissue laxity and abdominal contour concerns
Abdominoplasty may be considered where abdominal changes are more significant than can be addressed through less invasive contouring procedures.
Lower abdominal fullness
Improving contour through tissue reduction and reshaping.
Abdominal wall laxity
Supporting a firmer abdominal profile where structural changes are present.
Post-weight loss changes
Addressing contour concerns following pregnancy or weight changes.
Procedure Overview
Comprehensive abdominal reshaping tailored to anatomy
Abdominoplasty is planned around the degree of skin excess, contour goals and whether more extensive reshaping is needed.
Skin removal
Excess skin is removed to improve contour and profile.
Tissue reshaping
Abdominal contour is refined to create improved proportion.
Structural support
Underlying abdominal changes may be addressed where required.
Procedure customisation
Treatment may range from standard to extended approaches.
Where excess skin extends beyond the central abdomen, extended abdominoplasty or fleur de lis abdominoplasty may be more appropriate.
What to Expect
A structured surgical procedure with progressive recovery
Recovery is typically focused on healing, swelling reduction and gradual contour refinement.
Consultation
Assessment focuses on tissue, skin and abdominal goals.
Procedure
Skin and tissue are reshaped to improve abdominal contour.
Recovery
Healing involves swelling, compression and gradual activity progression.
Final result
Contour continues to improve as healing progresses.
Abdominoplasty FAQs
Common questions about tummy tuck surgery
These answers provide a general guide. Suitability depends on anatomy, tissue quality and treatment goals.
What is abdominoplasty?
Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess abdominal skin and improve contour.
Is it the same as liposuction?
No. Liposuction removes fat, while abdominoplasty removes excess skin and addresses broader contour concerns.
Who may be suitable?
Suitability depends on skin excess, abdominal laxity and treatment goals.
What if I have more extensive loose skin?
Extended or fleur de lis abdominoplasty may be more appropriate for more significant tissue excess.
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