Abdominoplasty Tummy Tuck Surgery Cost

With aging, pregnancy, and massive weight loss, there is a loss of strength in the abdominal muscles, accompanied by sagging skin, creating an unsightly look despite minimal fat. In such cases, liposuction may not be sufficient. Abdominoplasty, commonly known as Tummy Tuck surgery, is the solution. The Tummy Tuck cost in Bangalore varies, but it offers a transformative option to achieve a firmer, more contoured abdomen.

What is Abdominoplasty?

The skin around the abdomen may lose elasticity for a number of reasons including:

• Pregnancy
• Large changes in weight
• Heredity
• Ageing

Skin that has lost elasticity due to factors such as pregnancy or weight loss often cannot tighten up with a traditional diet or exercise. Loose tissue and weakened muscles are often also an issue in these cases and require surgical help.

Abdominoplasty, or Tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. The procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. It involves correction at three levels:

1. Removal of excess fat- there is always some stubborn fat that refuses to go with exercise. This becomes especially true following pregnancy.
2. Removal of extra skin- massive weight loss or pregnancy can stretch the abdominal skin. Unfortunately, the skin doesn’t always shrink back completely, leaving a fold of extra skin called pannus.
3. Tightening of abdominal muscles- The rectus muscles are a pair of vertical structures at the center of your abdomen.Normally these are next to each other. However the strain of childbirth can cause these muscles to move apart, which leaves a zone of weakness in the center of the abdomen, through which internal organs can protrude. This causes a convex or bulging appearance to the tummy, that cannot be corrected with exercise. Only muscle repair can correct this.
4. Treatment of other issues- During a tummy tuck, we can also address additional issues such as umbilical hernias, providing a comprehensive solution to your abdominal concerns.

Who is a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery?

The best candidates for tummy tuck surgery are men or women who are in good health but are bothered by loose abdominal skin and fat that won’t respond to diet or exercise. It is particularly good for women after family planning who want to regain their confidence.

What does the tummy tuck procedure involve?

• The procedure is done under general anesthesia with one-day admission.
• A full abdominoplasty usually takes somewhere between three to four hours. Lower abdominoplasty (or “Mini Abdominoplasty”) to treat only the lower abdomen may take about two hours.
• First liposuction is done to reduce the fat
• Surgery involves two incisions: one from hipbone to hipbone close to the pubic area, and another around the navel.

• The skin is lifted from from the abdominal muscles
• The muscles are then pulled together and stitched into place for a firmer abdomen and narrower waist.
• The skin flap is then stretched down and over the newly tightened muscles, excess skin is removed,
• If an umbilical hernia is present, it is repaired
• The navel is reattached in a natural position. If the umbilicus is damaged from hernia, a new one is created
• The skin is then closed in a manner to produce a fine scar

Patient Experience Series: Abdominoplasty

What are the scars after this surgery?

• There is a scar in the lower abdomen, which can be around 20–30 cm. This is kept very low down, so that it is hidden in the pants or underwear. It is, in fact, in a lower and less noticeable position than a cesarean section scar.
• There is a scar around the belly button that is hidden inside the belly button. In some individuals, if the belly button is damaged from a hernia, a new belly button would be created.
• Hence, there are no noticeable scars, and swimwear can be worn after surgery.

What is the recovery after the surgery like?

• Patient is sent home the next day after surgery
• Drains if placed, may be there for 2-3 days
• For the first few days the tummy can feel tight. The patient can walk around but may need help going to the bathroom etc
• As the abdomen heals, the tightness reduces. 
• After 1 week the patient can do all daily activities, and work form home
• After 2 weeks, the patient can return to work
• After surgery, compression garments are worn for 6 weeks
• Workouts can be started from 3-4 weeks. Full exercise can be resumed in 6 weeks