Surgical Tummy Tuck
A flat, youthful abdomen with no sagging
What is a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a surgical procedure that removes sagging skin and excess fat from the abdominal area while repairing separated abdominal wall muscles. This operation is ideal for women after multiple pregnancies and for people who have lost a significant amount of weight and are left with sagging that does not respond to exercise. Dr. Ahmad Dawood places the surgical incision low on the abdomen so that it stays hidden beneath underwear. The result is a flat, firm abdomen with a natural appearance that restores self-confidence and lets you dress freely.
🎯 Benefits
- Removal of excess, sagging skin
- Tightening of weakened abdominal muscles
- A flat, sculpted abdomen
- Very long-lasting results
⏱ Duration
- Surgery: 2 - 4 hours
- Anaesthesia: General
- Stay: One night
- Sutures: After 10 days
🏥 Recovery
- Week 1: Complete rest
- Weeks 2-3: Compression garment
- Week 6: Return to work
- Month 3: Final results
💰 Cost
- Varies with the extent of the procedure
- Follow-up visits included
- Financing options
- Free consultation
Types of tummy tuck
Full tummy tuck (Full Abdominoplasty)
Includes removal of excess skin from below and above the navel, repair of the separated abdominal muscles (diastasis), and repositioning of the navel to its new natural position. Ideal for severe sagging after pregnancy or major weight loss.
Mini tummy tuck (Mini Abdominoplasty)
Focuses on the area below the navel only. A smaller incision, faster recovery, and no need to reposition the navel. Suitable for those with mild to moderate sagging in the lower abdomen.
Tummy tuck with liposuction
Combines a tummy tuck with liposuction of the flanks and sides for a comprehensive, integrated body-sculpting result. Gives the best results for patients who have both sagging and fat deposits.
Who is the ideal candidate for a tummy tuck?
The ideal candidate is a healthy adult with sagging skin and weakened abdominal wall muscles that do not improve with exercise and diet. Women after multiple pregnancies and people who have lost a great deal of weight benefit the most. It is preferable that your weight is stable and close to your ideal, and that family planning is complete. Smoking must be stopped 4 weeks before surgery to ensure healthy healing.
What to expect during and after the procedure
The surgery takes 2-4 hours under general anaesthesia. A horizontal incision is made low on the abdomen, the skin is lifted, and the abdominal muscles are repaired by suturing them together along the midline. Excess skin is removed and the navel is repositioned. After surgery, a compression garment is worn for 6 weeks. Pain is controlled with painkillers and decreases markedly after the first week. You can walk carefully the day after surgery, return to work after 2-3 weeks, and resume full exercise after 6-8 weeks.