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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is an operation that is designed to reshape the entire abdomen. Unlike liposuction or liposculpture which only works on fat, the modern tummy tuck removes excess skin, fat and tightens any loose musculature. Tightening loose muscles of the tummy is the only way to create a flat tummy and waistline post-pregnancy if the abdominal muscles have separated.

There are essentially two type of tummy tucks. A full tummy tuck involves a full redraping of the abdominal skin as well as tightening of the entire abdominal wall musculature, with the umbilicus (belly-button) being reshaped and moved into a more desirable location. A mini tummy tuck is a smaller procedure which principally concentrates on tightening and reshaping the lower abdomen. Liposuction/liposculpture is an integral part of both types of tummy tuck.

Patient Requirements

You must be at a stable weight for at least 3 months prior to surgery
You must be a non-smoker or stopped smoking (and all other nicotine intake) for at least 1 month prior and 1 month after surgery

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39 year old woman. 3 children. A full abdominoplasty was performed to provide a flat tummy and remove stretch marks, giving a much more streamlined appearance. A new, more attractive belly button was also created.

63yo female, requiring major contour restoration, belly button reshaping, as well as large amount of redundant skin and fat removal. An extended tummy tuck operation was performed to acMid 50s, excessive loose skin and previous scars from multiple abdomin

37yo female, 2 children, significant bulge from widely separated muscles eliminated with a tummy tuck procedure.

31 yo, 3 children, full tummy tuck performed to remove excess skin, stretch marks as well as tighten the abdominal musculature and reshape the belly button.

Early 50s, two children and large weight loss.

Mid 30s, 3 children, full tummy tuck procedure performed by Dr Miroshnik to remove excess fat and skin, while providing better abdominal definition.

50 yo, 3 children, full tummy tuck procedure performed by Dr Miroshnik to remove excess fat and skin.

Mid 40's, 4 children, recent 40kg weight loss. Large hernia repair plus full extended abdominoplasty procedure performed to remove excess skin, fat and stretch marks, to create significant improvement in contour and definition of waistline.

30 year old, 3 children, full abdominoplasty performed to remove excess fat and skin and provide better abdominal definition.

Mid 40's, 4 children, breast augmentation, using 395g teardrop implants, combined with full tummy tuck procedure to remove excess skin and stretch marks and to restore contour and cosmetic appearance.

Late 30s, 3 children, full tummy tuck procedure performed to remove excess fat, tighten muscles and restore pre baby body.

Late 30s, 2 children, full abdominoplasty performed to remove excess skin and improve abdominal definition.

Full tummy tuck to correct abdominal wall laxity and muscle weakness

Severe muscle separation post pregnancy correct with full tummy tuck.

Muscle-tightening tummy tuck used here to correct abdominal muscle weakness and separation.

Full muscle-tightening tummy tuck used to remove all excess skin and tighten all abdominal musculature post multiple pregnancies in this mum.

30s, mummy makeover with 375cc mod plus profile breast enhancement and full tummy tuck.

Mummy Makeover including breast lift/reshape + 325cc implants as well as muscle tightening tummy tuck to create a waistline.

Mummy makeover with a breast augmentation using 300cc mod plus profile implants complemented with a waist tightening, abdominal contouring tummy tuck.

Breast augmentation and shaping with 250g breast anatomics, full tummy tuck to sculpt the abdomen.

20s, tummy tuck used to tighten the muscles of the abdomen and remove excess skin post weight loss. A breast augmentation with 420g anatomical implants has also been performed.

Extended tummy tuck to recontour the entire abdominal region.

40s, children, muscle tightening/waist defining full tummy tuck.

40s, children, waist creation and muscle/skin tightening, belly button repositioning and reshaping with a full tummy tuck. A breast lift has also been performed.

40s, children, muscle tightening/waist defining full tummy tuck.

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Tummy Tucks by Dr M

Full/Extended Tummy Tuck

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Full/Extended Tummy Tuck

A full tummy tuck is an operation which is designed to reshape the entire span of the abdomen. Loose skin, fat, scars and stretch marks are removed and the abdominal musculature tightened over the length of the entire abdomen to flatten the contour and reduce any bulges. The umbilicus (belly-button) is also reshaped and repositioned to a more aesthetically desirable location. Dr Miroshnik often combines the procedure with liposuction of the upper abdomen and flanks to yield more dramatic results.

Recovery Milestones

3 night stay in hospital
2-3 weeks off work minimum

Mini Tummy Tuck

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Mini Tummy Tuck

A mini tummy tuck is a smaller operation which is designed to principally reshape the lower abdomen. Loose skin, fat, scars and stretch marks in the region are removed and the lower abdominal wall musculature tightened. Dr Miroshnik often combines the procedure with liposuction to yield more dramatic results. Only a smaller portion of patients are suitable for a mini-tummy tuck, with the majority needing a full (or extended) tummy tuck to achieve their desired goals.