Tummy tuck / abdominoplasty
We can help you achieve a permanently beautiful, flatter stomach with a surgical tummy tuck
After significant weight loss or pregnancy, the abdominal wall can become severely damaged or slack as a result of prolonged stretching. This can cause the abdominal wall to lose its elasticity and therefore its original shape. The abdomen then appears without elasticity and hangs like a sagging apron on the body. Diets and exercise are of little help here.
In such cases, the Tummy tuck in Frankfurt (abdominoplasty) is the only reliable treatment option. Surgical tightening of the abdominal wall involves removing excess skin and fatty tissue to make the abdomen look firmer, slimmer, younger and healthier.
Find out more about your tummy tuck operation from our experienced plastic surgeon.
Brief information on abdominoplasty
| Op-Art | stationary |
| Anaesthesia | General anaesthesia |
| Stay in our clinic | 2 nights stationary (depending on the scope of the operation) |
| When can I go back to work? | Depending on work activity, socially acceptable after 7 to 14 days |
| After the operation | - Check-up appointments after 7, 14, 21 days, 6 weeks, 6 months and 1 year - Wearing a compression girdle for 6 weeks |
| Which specialist will treat me? | Consultation and treatment by our plastic and aesthetic surgery specialists Oliver RuizDr Norbert Kania |
| Costs | Customised - depending on the scope of the operation More about costs & prices |
| Can I pay in instalments? | possible depending on creditworthiness » Calculate & check financing |
Reasons for a tummy tuck
As a rule, patients opt for a tummy tuck with a plastic surgeon for the following reasons:
- Overstretching of the skin after weight loss
- Excess skin after pregnancy
- Medical complaints (e.g. repeated fungal infections, skin eczema, etc.)
Tummy tuck a solution for physical and psychological problems
Procedure and procedure for a tummy tuck
Before you decide to have a tummy tuck operation, a preliminary examination and consultation is necessary. Our experienced plastic surgeon Dr Kania will determine your initial situation. This will determine the exact course of treatment, duration of the operation, surgical method, etc.
What are the risks of a tummy tuck?
As with any operation, complications can occur during or after a tummy tuck. These include, for example Post-bleeding, wound healing disorders or infections.
Our strict safety and hygiene standards minimise these risks in our clinic.
In general, there is a risk of haematoma and bleeding during a tummy tuck. Infections can also lead to wound healing disorders. Swelling and haematoma in the treatment area usually heal on their own.
After the operation, numbness may occur due to compressed nerves or other positioning damage. In most cases, this subsides over time.
As part of your preliminary examination and consultation, we will explain all individual risks (e.g. risk of thrombosis, etc.).
Healing process: What to consider after the operation?
The following should be observed after a tummy tuck to ensure good healing: Rest and avoid sport for 3 weeks.
For stabilisation and support, the Wearing a compression bodice necessary for 6 weeks. Do not smoke (or smoke as little as possible).
After a muscle lift, the following should be done for 8 to 10 weeks No heavy loads are lifted and no abdominal exercises are performed.
You will not have the final result of the image immediately after the operation. Swelling of the tissue is present and must first subside. The The final result is usually after 6 to 12 months visible.
Summary
Many patients in our practice say that they feel healthier and more self-confident with a firmer stomach. This is also noticed by those around you. You automatically stand up straighter and can do without your loose clothing.
For many patients, this has a very liberating effect. And instead of hiding the annoying fat apron with hunched shoulders and wide trousers, you appear much more confident and can regain your old self-confidence.
Frequently asked questions about a tummy tuck
We have summarised frequently asked questions about the surgical procedure for you below:
In which cases is a tummy tuck suitable?
How does a tummy tuck work?
How long does a tummy tuck take?
What should you consider before the operation?
Weight loss
Before the operation, you should reach a weight that you can realistically maintain. Even if several kilos of skin and fat sometimes have to be removed, the aim of the operation is not to lose weight, but to restore the body contour and stabilise the abdominal wall.
Scar progression
Bring your favourite bikini/swimwear with you to the clinic. Dr Kania will then be able to adapt the scar to your exact requirements. The result is a long scar that can be easily hidden in your bikini/swimming trunks and a very inconspicuous U-shaped scar on the lower edge of the navel (large tummy tuck).
Wound healing
If you are prone to sores in the fold (fat apron), these areas should be healed before the operation. Your family doctor or dermatologist will help you with this.
What are the advantages of a tummy tuck?
The result of a successful tummy tuck includes
Permanently flat stomach. When the annoying fat apron is no longer there, self-confidence improves.
When to have a tummy tuck with or without liposuction?
A tummy tuck is often performed in combination with liposuction, or after a diet or pregnancy, if there is still excess skin after the reduction of fatty tissue that does not disappear on its own.
In a pure tummy tuck, the excess, usually sagging skin is surgically reduced and tightened so that the abdomen regains a significantly flatter contour.
What is the difference between a minor and major tummy tuck?
A pure tummy tuck is not used to reduce weight, but to shape the body region and stabilise the abdominal wall. There is the small version, without moving the navel, and the large tummy tuck, in which the navel must be moved after the skin has been removed. The operation can also be combined with liposuction.
Are there any scars after a tummy tuck?
An abdominoplasty requires longer incisions with correspondingly longer scars. Such scars from a tummy tuck can be easily concealed later in everyday life and can even be adapted to the cut of your own bikini or swimming costume.
Is a tummy tuck a method for fat reduction?
With the help of abdominoplasty, we can give your body a slimmer and more even contour. However, abdominoplasty is not a suitable method for weight loss. If you are generally overweight, you will need to take dietary measures. If excess tissue remains after weight reduction, we can remove it surgically if desired. If stubborn fat deposits are to be removed after the individual's ideal weight has been reached, an abdominoplasty can be performed if necessary. Liposuction become interesting.
Can I finance the cost of my tummy tuck?
Yes - Financing of the costs of your tummy tuck is possible via our partner if you have the appropriate credit rating.
Would you like to find out more about your tummy tuck?
Arrange your consultation appointment! We will be happy to explain everything about your treatment options.
novoLinea Clinic - plastic surgery in Frankfurt am Main since 1968
Our clinic has been specialising in aesthetic procedures since it was founded in 1968. Let our team in our clinic opposite Frankfurt's main railway station give you personal and comprehensive advice. During the consultation, you will find out which method suits your desired result and your body. We will inform you in detail about treatment methods and possible risks. You will also receive a detailed breakdown of the costs of the treatment. Thanks to the empathetic and competent support, you will not feel alone as a patient.
Our clinic has excellent air conditioning, so that you will have a pleasant stay with us even on hot summer days.
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