Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Sydney
About the treatment
As we age, the skin around the abdomen loses elasticity, and the underlying muscles become looser and weaker. Fat distribution tends to increase, often forming a stubborn bulge around the lower stomach. The result is a significant loss of shape that’s very difficult to shift with exercise or diet. This issue may be exacerbated by pregnancy or extreme weight loss, as the abdominal walls tend to separate in these cases. Abdominoplasty also referred to as a tummy tuck, aims to correct these concerns.
WHAT IS ABDOMINOPLASTY?
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a surgical procedure designed to remodel the body’s midsection by removing excess fat and skin from the abdominal area.
This treatment serves to eliminate stubborn pockets of fat that appear after extreme weight loss or pregnancy and do not respond adequately to exercise or diet. The surgery also reduces the visibility of stretch marks.
While it is not an alternative to a healthy lifestyle, the procedure is for those who are have reached a healthy and steady weight range but are struggling to shift stubborn areas of excess skin. Abdominoplasty tightens the abdominal wall muscles and re-contours the torso.
BENEFITS OF ABDOMINOPLASTY
- Improve urinary incontinence by using soft tissue to create a slight bladder obstruction near the pelvic area.
- Smoother form achieved through excess fat removal.
- Improve posture by removing excess weight from the body.
- Correct or relieve structural defects of the abdomen.
- Treat a ventral hernia.
- Reduce chronic dermatitis, skin infection and hygiene issues caused by skin folds and large pockets of fat.
- Reduce difficulty in walking.
Results
Results of abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) may take from two to three months for swelling to subside and results to settle.
Excess skin will be removed, the abdominal wall will be tightened, and visibility of stretch marks will be reduced. If liposuction is combined with treatment, the abdomen will be flatter, and the midsection will be more proportioned to your overall figure.
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Designed to treat the body’s midsection by removing excess fat and skin from the abdominal area -
Both functional and cosmetic benefits
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Correct or relieve structural defects of the abdomen.
What to expect from Abdominoplasty
The procedure varies amongst patients depending on their specific needs. During your initial consultation, Dr Liew will examine the abdominal area to determine the best, most suitable approach to treatment.
Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Liew takes the time to understand your concerns before creating a procedural plan tailored to your fundamental needs.
THE PROCEDURE OVERVIEW:
- Procedure time: 2.5 hours
- Downtime required: 2 – 3 weeks (depending on vocational requirements)
Disclaimer: All surgical procedures are performed by Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Steven Liew (FRACS). No before and after image is guaranteed to be the same. Individual results and recovery times may vary. All procedures carry inherent risk. Please contact Shape Clinic on 02 8356 2888 to discuss this with your practitioner before proceeding with treatment. Written and verbal consent for the use of images on our page has been given by all patients photographed.
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