Plastic Surgery
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Dubai
Consultations for abdominoplasty, which addresses loose skin and weakened abdominal muscles after pregnancy or significant weight loss.
Villa 9, Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 3, Dubai, UAE
Tummy Tuck
The treatment
A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and, where needed, tightens separated abdominal muscles. It leaves a scar across the lower abdomen.
Concerns it may address
- Loose abdominal skin
- Separated abdominal muscles after pregnancy
- Skin changes after weight loss
Who it may suit
A tummy tuck may suit adults at a stable weight who have finished having children and are in good health.
- Stable weight
- No plans for future pregnancy
- Non-smoker, or willing to stop
When it may not be suitable
- Health conditions that increase surgical or anaesthetic risk
- Smoking that cannot be stopped before and after surgery
- Expectations surgery cannot realistically meet; a surgeon may recommend not proceeding
- Plans for future pregnancy, which are discussed first
Alternatives that may be discussed
If the concern is fat rather than loose skin, liposuction may be discussed instead; after pregnancy, some patients consider a combined mommy makeover plan.
Consultation and assessment
Your first appointment is a consultation only. You will have time to consider everything before deciding.
Preparing for your consultation
- Whether the concern is loose skin, muscle separation or fat
- Medicines and supplements, including blood thinners
- Work and family commitments during recovery
- Your weight history and plans for future pregnancy
Your goals
What you would like to change, and why it matters to you.
Surgical assessment
An examination and a full review of your health, medicines and previous procedures.
A considered decision
If surgery is appropriate, the procedure, risks, recovery and alternatives are explained, with no pressure to proceed.
What to expect
Your surgeon assesses the abdomen, skin and muscles and explains whether a full or more limited procedure may suit you. Anaesthesia, the surgical setting and preparation are discussed in detail.
Why plans differ
Skin laxity, muscle separation and fat distribution differ, so the surgical plan is specific to each person.
Recovery and downtime
A tummy tuck involves a significant recovery period, with restricted activity at first. Your surgeon will explain aftercare, support garments and follow-up.
Aftercare principles
- Follow your surgeon’s instructions on support garments, wound care and activity
- Attend every follow-up appointment
- Contact your surgeon promptly about bleeding, fever or increasing pain
Safety and suitability
Risks include scarring, wound-healing problems, fluid collection, blood clots and infection. These are explained in full before you decide.
All surgery carries risks, which your surgeon will explain in detail at consultation. Suitability depends on your health, anatomy and expectations, and results vary between individuals. A procedure is recommended only when it is considered clinically appropriate.
Questions,
answered.
What is the difference between a tummy tuck and liposuction?
Liposuction removes fat; a tummy tuck removes excess skin and can tighten muscles. Each is assessed on its own merits.
Can I have a tummy tuck before having more children?
It is usually advised to wait, as pregnancy can change the result. Your surgeon will discuss timing.
Where is the scar?
Usually low on the abdomen, planned to sit within underwear where possible. Your surgeon will explain this for you.
What happens at a tummy tuck consultation?
Your surgeon discusses your goals, assesses the area and your medical history, and explains whether the treatment is suitable, what it may and may not achieve, and the risks. There is no obligation to proceed.
How much does a tummy tuck cost in Dubai?
The cost depends on your individual plan, including the surgical plan, anaesthesia and facility. Fees and treatment options are discussed as part of the consultation.
Begin with
a consultation.
Every treatment starts with an assessment and a clear explanation of your options. Book by call or WhatsApp.