Removes excess abdominal skin and fat to manage changes in abdominal shape.
Tightens separated or weakened abdominal muscles (rectus diastasis).
May be considered for managing changes that occur following weight variation or pregnancy.
We’ll evaluate your overall health, medical history, and expectations to determine whether this procedure suits your needs. Common reasons people consider abdominoplasty include:
To address stretched muscles or excess skin.
To remove redundant skin folds.
To improve firmness of the abdominal wall.
To address inherited abdominal skin or fat distribution patterns.
We’ll review your health, assess your abdominal area, and discuss the most suitable surgical plan for you.
You’ll receive detailed pre-operative instructions to help ensure your safety and best outcomes.
Abdominoplasty is performed under anaesthesia. The operation involves tightening abdominal muscles and removing excess skin and fat. The duration and surgical technique may vary depending on individual anatomy and treatment goals.
Recovery times vary between individuals. Some swelling, bruising, or discomfort is normal for the first few weeks. You may need to wear compression garments and limit certain activities. Our team will provide pain management, wound care advice, and follow-up appointments to support healing.
All surgery carries risks. Potential risks include bleeding, infection, delayed healing, changes in sensation, and complications related to anaesthesia. We discuss these in detail during consultation so you can make an informed decision.
Most patients can engage in light activities within 2 weeks, but strenuous exercises and heavy lifting should be avoided for 6-8 weeks.
While this procedure results in a scar, it is typically positioned in a lower abdominal area. Scars may change in appearance over time, although individual experiences vary.
Light activities are feasible in about 2 weeks, but intense exertion should be delayed for approximately 6-8 weeks.
Results from abdominoplasty can be long-lasting when supported by a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. However, outcomes vary between individuals and natural ageing or weight changes may alter results over time.
Your satisfaction is paramount. We are committed to addressing any concerns and exploring potential revisions if necessary.
Preparation might involve avoiding certain medications, stopping smoking, and ensuring good overall health. We'll provide detailed guidance.
Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure and, as such, carries inherent risks and potential complications. These may include bleeding, bruising, swelling, pain, infection, delayed wound healing, wound breakdown, or adverse reactions to local or general anaesthesia. Fluid accumulation (seroma) or blood collection (haematoma) may occur and may require drainage or further treatment. Scarring is unavoidable and varies between individuals; scars may be prominent, widen, or heal unpredictably. Changes in skin sensation, including numbness, tingling, or altered sensitivity of the abdominal skin, are common and usually improve over time, though in some cases may be prolonged or permanent. Contour irregularities, asymmetry, skin laxity, residual fullness, or dissatisfaction with aesthetic outcome may occur. In procedures involving muscle repair, there is a risk of muscle weakness, discomfort, or recurrence of separation over time. Skin necrosis (loss of skin viability), particularly near incision lines, may occur in rare cases and may require additional treatment. More serious but uncommon complications can include blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism), injury to underlying structures, or the need for revision surgery. Results are variable and cannot be guaranteed. Individual risk depends on factors such as overall health, smoking status, body weight, skin quality, surgical technique, and healing response. These risks, along with alternatives, limitations, and expected recovery, will be discussed in detail during your consultation to support informed decision-making.
The cost varies based on individual requirements and the extent of the procedure. A clear cost structure will be discussed during our consultation.
If you’d like to discuss your options or find out more about a procedure, contact our team to schedule a consultation with Dr Obaidi.