Body Contouring – Abdominoplasty
Body contouring is an effective way to improve patients’ self‑confidence and sense of self‑worth. It can refine and transform body structures to improve appearance and increase self‑esteem. Our clinics offer a wide range of body‑contouring procedures performed by experienced plastic surgery specialists.
Body contouring involves the reconstruction, restoration, or alteration of the body’s appearance. It can be divided into two categories: reconstructive surgery (intended to restore a body part or improve its function) and cosmetic surgery (intended to improve body shape). Body contouring can bring lasting, significant changes in a patient’s appearance. It is therefore important to consider your motivations for wanting to change the way you look. Many physical features can be successfully altered with body‑contouring surgery. You should have realistic expectations about what can be achieved and understand the risks associated with surgery, medical aspects, changes that occur during healing, how the operation may affect you personally and professionally, what lifestyle changes may accompany recovery, and the financial implications.
A physician will first need to determine whether you are a good candidate for body‑contouring surgery. You may not be suitable if you have chronic conditions or if you cannot commit to abstaining from smoking and nicotine products for four to six weeks before and after surgery.
The surgeon will explain how the procedure can change your body and what results to expect. This is an opportunity to clarify what you want to achieve. Considering the options and possible outcomes will help you make the right decision. In our clinics, you will be informed about the specific procedures, what to expect from surgery, the benefits, risks and possible complications, as well as alternatives. Your doctor may recommend additional procedures to enhance the overall result.
One of the most popular procedures is abdominoplasty, also called a tummy tuck. This surgery is performed to achieve a more attractive silhouette with a tighter, flatter abdomen and a more defined waist. Abdominoplasty removes excess loose or sagging skin from the lower and middle abdomen—most often left after pregnancy or significant weight loss. During the operation, it is also possible to change the shape and position of the navel. The incision is made along the line of pubic hair toward the hip bones. The skin is then tightened and the excess removed. A tummy tuck is always performed under general anesthesia. The procedure lasts 3–4 hours. After surgery, patients usually stay in the clinic for 2 days.
