TUMMY TUCK IN DUBAI & ABU DHABI

Tummy Tuck Consultation

During your tummy tuck surgery consultation, you will discuss your medical history with our plastic surgeon. We want you to be completely open with the doctor about your concerns, habits and expectations so that we can give you the best advice based on your needs.

After your discussion, the surgeon will advise you on the best possible treatment based on your lifestyle, medical history and needs. The surgeon will then walk you through each step of preparing for the surgery and your recovery process.

As part of surgery prep, the doctor will also ask you to do some lab tests and bloodwork to ensure that you are ready for surgery.

Tummy Tuck Surgery

A tummy tuck surgery can seem a little intimidating, but with our qualified medical professionals holding your hand every step of the way, you’ll be receiving the results you want in no time.

Generally, the tummy tuck surgery takes about 2 to 4 hours to complete and involves general or spinal anaesthesia. After the procedure, we may ask you to stay in the hospital for one or two nights for monitoring and to ensure you receive the required after-surgery care. There are different tummy tuck techniques which include:

Standard/Full Tummy Tuck: It is the most common form of tummy tuck surgery. Surgeons opt for this procedure in cases of excessive weight or multiple pregnancies. During the procedure, surgeons gently make a large incision along the bikini line and remove the fat or sagging skin above the pubic area up to the belly button. This procedure is ideal for patients with a significant amount of loose skin and weakened muscles throughout the abdomen.

Mini Tummy Tuck: A mini tummy tuck surgery focuses on the lower abdomen, the area below the navel. The surgeon makes a single smaller incision at the bikini line. During the surgery, excess fat is removed, loose muscles are tightened, and the skin is readjusted. This procedure is ideal for patients with minimal skin laxity above the belly button, but loose skin and weakened muscles below such as women post-delivery.

Extended Tummy Tuck: An extended tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is for patients with more areas under consideration for fat removal. This surgery is chosen after a massive weight loss. The surgeon makes a single incision that will wrap around the abdomen to reach the hips. Such a large incision allows the surgeon to tighten the skin evenly down across the tummy. It can leave a larger scar than the other procedures that may be hard to hide under intimate clothing.

Tummy Tuck Post-Surgery

During your recovery process, our expert team will be available to answer any questions you may have. We will also give you a comprehensive guide to your recovery to make sure you get the results you are looking for in the safest manner possible.

After the abdominoplasty, your incisions will be covered in bandages. The abdomen will be loosely wrapped in elastic bandages to minimize swelling. Small tubes might be placed in your abs to drain any excess blood or fluid. Some plastic surgeons may have you wear a compression sleeve for a few weeks to keep swelling down. Regular follow-up after the surgery is important to measure your progress.

Tummy Tuck Aftercare

Our expert medical team will guide you through every step of the aftercare process in detail. For successful long-lasting results of the tummy tuck surgery, it is imperative to follow the below:

• Avoid lifting heavy-weight items for 3-4 weeks.
• Avoid physical and athletic activities that might stretch the incisions for 4-8 weeks after surgery.
• Take pain medication as needed and use topical or oral antibiotics as directed to prevent infections.
• Contact your doctor immediately if you experience shortness of breath, chest pains, an irregular heartbeat, redness of the skin, or fever.
• Must attend your follow-up appointments to track your progress