A full abdominoplasty procedure, also known as a full tummy tuck, is designed for people with excess skin and fat on their tummies. The abdominal muscles can be tightened and it may be combined with liposuction to decrease the fatty tissue. A tummy tuck procedure at our clinic in York will allow for vertical tightening of the whole anterior abdominal wall and may be extended over the lateral hip areas.
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A full tummy tuck, or full abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to reshape and tone the abdominal area. It involves making a horizontal incision across the lower stomach, typically from hip to hip, just above the pubic area.
Through this incision, our surgeon removes excess fat and skin while tightening the underlying abdominal muscles that may have become stretched or weakened, often due to pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or ageing. This process helps create a smoother, firmer, and more contoured abdominal profile.
Before surgery, you will meet with one of our consultant plastic surgeons to discuss your concerns and goals. The surgeon will assess any problem areas, explain potential improvements, outline the available options, and set realistic expectations for the outcome. This step ensures you’re fully informed and confident in the decision to proceed.
If a full abdominoplasty is agreed upon as the best course of action, the surgery will take place in our state-of-the-art operating theatre. On the day of the procedure, the surgeon will begin by marking the areas to be addressed with precision. Anaesthetic is then administered to ensure you are comfortable and pain-free throughout the surgery.
The procedure begins with an incision made at the lower abdomen, positioned as low as possible within the bikini line to minimise visible scarring. The surgeon will then carefully tighten the abdominal skin by pulling it downwards, removing any excess to create a smoother and more toned appearance.
If needed, liposuction may be performed to remove stubborn fat deposits, and the abdominal muscles may be tightened to repair muscle separation or weakness, further enhancing the contour of the abdomen.
Once the desired adjustments have been made, the remaining skin is repositioned and the incision is meticulously closed using dissolving stitches. To promote healing and protect the area, discreet dressings are applied to the wounds.
Our full abdominoplasty procedure prices start from £8,495.
A full abdominoplasty procedure is designed to remove excess skin and fat on the stomach. A full tummy tuck procedure addresses areas of concern for the patient both above the belly button and down towards the bikini line. This area can often be a cause of concern for many people and can be an area that causes some discomfort and confidence issues.
It is worth noting that this procedure does not correct in a horizontal direction, which may be required in patients with significant laxity in the upper abdominal area. This is best addressed with a Fleur De Lys procedure.
Prior to undergoing your full abdominoplasty procedure, a detailed consultation is required with one of our consultant plastic surgeons. During the consultation, the surgeon will talk you through any problem areas, desired improvements, options available, and expected outcomes.
Should a full tummy tuck be agreed upon as the most suitable treatment, the procedure will be carried out by your surgeon in our newly refurbished operating theatre.
After careful marking, the anaesthetic is administered. Tummy tuck surgery involves making an incision at the lower part of the abdomen, attempting to place this as low as possible within the bikini line. The skin is then carefully tightened and excess skin is removed. If required, liposuction and abdominal wall tightening are performed. The wounds are carefully closed with dissolving stitches and discrete dressings are applied.
The abdominoplasty surgery will be performed under a general anaesthetic to ensure total comfort for the duration of the procedure.
Showering may commence the day after surgery as the dressings are waterproof. We will provide you with any garments that may be required. It is helpful to sleep on your back with a couple of pillows behind your knees.
Gentle exercise may begin after a couple of weeks, slowly building up the intensity over six weeks. After an abdominal wall repair, it is advisable to avoid heavy lifting for three months.
Following your abdominoplasty procedure, you will be seen by our medical team for a review after one week and further advice on aftercare will be given. Our medical team is available around the clock to answer any concerns that you may have in the weeks following surgery.
The tummy button isn’t removed after abdominoplasty surgery, it stays where it is. It is the surrounding skin that is moved down and tightened.
The scar will usually mature to a pale line. After a few months it is quite normal for the scar to look red and lumpy, but this will gradually settle as healing progresses.
Prices for a full abdominoplasty start from £8,495.
Stomach
The procedure is carried out under general anaesthetic to ensure the patient's total comfort for the duration of the procedure
2 - 3 hours
Full abdominoplasty surgery involves making an incision at the lower part of the abdomen before the skin is carefully tightened and excess skin is removed.
Following surgery, patients should expect to see a tighter stomach area with excess fat and tissue removed
Gentle exercise may begin after a couple of weeks, slowly building up the intensity over six weeks. After an abdominal wall repair, it is advisable to avoid heavy lifting for three months.
Excess skin and fatty tissue is permanently removed
From £8,495
