Tummy Tuck

Achieve a tighter, more toned abdominal contour

Abdominoplasty or Tummy Tuck: Sculpt and Strengthen Your Core

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a transformative procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the abdominal area while tightening the muscles to create a smoother, firmer look. Often, this involves a permanent internal stitch that brings the abdominal muscles together, creating a toned appearance that exercise alone may not achieve.

How is a Tummy Tuck Performed?

Dr. Dragana performs tummy tuck surgery through a low incision, typically running hip to hip, allowing for effective contouring while keeping scars as discreet as possible. The procedure includes reshaping the belly button area for a natural look, which differentiates a full abdominoplasty from a mini-tummy tuck. For added refinement, tummy tucks can be combined with liposuction or other contouring techniques, like a 360 body lift. When paired with breast surgery, this combination is commonly referred to as a "mommy makeover."

Transform your abdomen with expert care. Schedule your tummy tuck consultation with Dr. Dragana Spica today and reclaim your confidence.

Recovery and Results

The tummy tuck is typically performed under general anesthesia. For standalone procedures, patients can often go home the same day, while combining it with other surgeries may require an overnight stay. Most patients enjoy a lasting, natural-looking improvement, with tighter muscles and a more balanced waistline.

 FAQs on Tummy Tuck

  • Tummy tuck surgery is done under general anaesthesia, during a tummy tuck, excess skin and fat are removed from the abdomen. The connective tissue in the abdomen (fascia) is usually tightened with sutures as well. The remaining skin is then repositioned to create a more toned appearance.

  • Tummy tuck surgery takes from 3 to 5 hours depending on the complexity of the case. 

  • It typically takes about three months for the full results of a tummy tuck to become visible as swelling decreases, and the scars will gradually fade over a year.

  • Tummy tuck surgery results can be long-lasting with proper maintenance through a healthy lifestyle. However, factors such as weight fluctuations and ageing may impact the longevity of results over time.

  • Abnormal or excessive scarring, excessive bleeding, fluid accumulation (seroma), nerve, blood vessel or muscle damage, numbness and surgical site infection.