Indications for Abdominoplasty

Abdominoplasty may be recommended for patients with:

• Excess abdominal skin following significant weight loss
• Post-pregnancy changes of the abdominal wall
• Diastasis recti
• Localized fat deposits
• Loss of skin elasticity
• Postoperative abdominal deformities
• A desire to improve body contours

Contraindications

Abdominoplasty may not be recommended for patients with:

• Acute infectious diseases
• Severe blood clotting disorders
• Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus
• Serious heart or lung disease
• Active cancer
• Pregnancy
• Breastfeeding

Following consultation and comprehensive medical evaluation, the plastic surgeon determines whether surgery is appropriate and selects the optimal surgical technique.

Types of Abdominoplasty

Circumferential Abdominoplasty

Circumferential abdominoplasty is recommended for patients with extensive excess skin involving not only the abdomen but also the flanks and lower back.

This comprehensive body contouring procedure:

• Tightens tissues around the entire torso
• Improves waist definition
• Restores overall body proportions

It is commonly performed after massive weight loss.

Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty

A Fleur-de-Lis abdominoplasty is performed when there is significant excess skin in both the vertical and horizontal directions.

This technique allows the surgeon to:

• Remove large amounts of excess tissue
• Correct severe skin laxity
• Restore a smooth, natural abdominal contour

It is particularly effective in complex reconstructive cases following major weight reduction.

Abdominoplasty with Liposuction

This combined procedure integrates a tummy tuck with liposuction to remove localized fat deposits while tightening loose skin.

The benefits include:

• Removal of excess skin
• Improved waist definition
• Better contouring of the abdominal wall
• More harmonious body proportions

Combining both procedures often provides the most comprehensive aesthetic outcome.

How Abdominoplasty Is Performed

Before surgery, every patient undergoes a comprehensive medical evaluation and consultation with a plastic surgeon.

The procedure generally includes:

1. Consultation and surgical planning.
2. Laboratory and diagnostic evaluation.
3. Surgery under general anesthesia.
4. Removal of excess skin and fat.
5. Repair of diastasis recti, when indicated.
6. Creation of a new abdominal contour.
7. Closure with cosmetic sutures and application of a compression garment.

The operation typically lasts 2–5 hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure.

Recovery After Abdominoplasty

Following surgery, patients remain under medical supervision while recovery begins.

To promote optimal healing, patients should:

• Wear compression garments as instructed
• Avoid strenuous physical activity
• Walk regularly to improve circulation
• Follow all wound care instructions
• Attend scheduled follow-up appointments

Most patients gradually return to normal daily activities within several weeks, while complete healing continues over the following months.

Benefits of Abdominoplasty

Modern abdominoplasty offers numerous functional and aesthetic benefits:

• Flatter, firmer abdomen
• Correction of diastasis recti
• Removal of excess skin
• Improved body proportions
• Better waist definition
• Increased self-confidence
• Long-lasting body contour improvement

When combined with a healthy lifestyle, the results are typically long-lasting.

Abdominoplasty at Helyos Medical Center

At Helyos Medical Center, every tummy tuck procedure is customized according to the patient's anatomy, medical condition, and aesthetic goals.

The cost of abdominoplasty depends on:

• Surgical complexity
• Type of tummy tuck performed
• Whether liposuction is combined with the procedure
• Individual anatomical characteristics
• Scope of postoperative care

Following consultation, your plastic surgeon will develop a personalized treatment plan and provide a detailed cost estimate.