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What is Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) ?

An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure that aims to flatten your abdomen by removing excess fat and skin and tightening the muscles in your abdominal wall. The procedure can be considered a “mini” or more involved procedure, depending on the amount of skin and fat being removed. It’s important to educate yourself, thoroughly analyze your own situation, and take your time to arrive at a final decision. It should not be seen as a substitute for weight loss.

Both men and women who are in good overall health and have a stable weight are suitable candidates for a tummy tuck. It’s important to note that a tummy tuck is not the same as liposuction, which is a cosmetic surgery used to remove fat deposits. However, your surgeon may choose to perform liposuction as part of the tummy tuck procedure.

Women who have had multiple pregnancies and have stretched muscles and skin may find the procedure useful to tighten those muscles and reduce the skin. Additionally, a tummy tuck can be an alternative for individuals who have a history of obesity and significant weight loss but still have excessive fat deposits or loose skin in the abdominal area.

Stay in hospital

1 day one night

Surgery duration

1 to 2 hours

Anesthesia

General

Price list

We accept payments in Armenian Dram

Procedure types

Complete abdominoplasty

Complete abdominoplasty

This option is recommended for patients who require the most correction. The incision, or cut, is made along the bikini line. The length of the resulting scar depends on the amount of excess skin present. Your surgeon will then manipulate and shape both the skin and underlying muscle as needed. This procedure also involves an incision around your navel (belly button), as it is necessary to free it from surrounding tissue. Drainage tubes may or may not be placed under your skin, which will be removed in a few days, as determined by your surgeon. 

Mini-abdominoplasty

Mini-abdominoplasties are performed with shorter incisions and are often done on people with less excess skin. During this type of procedure, your belly button is not typically moved. Your skin will be separated between the incision line and your belly button. This procedure usually takes one to two hours. As with a full abdominoplasty, you may or may not have drainage tubes after the surgery. 

Mini-abdominoplasty

Circumferential abdominoplasty

Circumferential abdominoplasty

This surgery involves the back area as well. When there is a significant amount of excess fat in both the back and the abdomen, you may need to undergo either back liposuction or a circumferential abdominoplasty. The latter procedure allows for the removal of both skin and fat from the hip and back areas, improving the overall shape of your body. By eliminating excess skin and fat and strengthening your abdominal wall, a tummy tuck can give your abdomen a more toned and slimmer appearance. Typically, the results of a tummy tuck are long-lasting, provided that you maintain a stable weight.  

What to expect

Doctors

Set Ghazaryan

Plastic and Estethic surgeon

Gagik Stamboltsyan

Plastic and Estethic surgeon

Armen Hovhannisyan

Plastic and Estethic surgeon

Narek Hovhannisyan

Plastic and Estethic surgeon

Edgar Hayrapetyan

Plastic surgeon

Aram Boroyan

Plastic surgeon

Frequently asked questions

Yes, you will have some scarring, but it typically fades over time and becomes less noticeable for the vast majority of patients. Keep in mind that it generally takes two years for scars to fully mature, so patience is a must.  

You will likely be able to see results within two to three weeks after surgery once the majority of swelling has begun to diminish. Keep in mind that swelling will continue to resolve over the next several months, further refining the firmness, smoothness, and contour of your abdomen.

As long as you maintain a stable weight and regular exercise, results can be long-term. Prior to getting surgery, you should ideally be within your target weight range, as fluctuations of around 10 pounds can affect the appearance of results. Likewise, getting pregnant after a tummy tuck can also re-stretch the skin and separate abdominal muscles.

Many patients find that they are ready to return to work within about two to three weeks. This may vary based on the type of job that you have. You may need more time off or return to work on light or modified duty if you have a physically demanding position as opposed to a role where you can be more sedentary.

After about two weeks, you should be able to resume many of your normal day-to-day activities. Light exercise is generally acceptable after four to six weeks, but you will want to get clearance from your surgeon first. You do not want to become too active too fast and impede your recovery.

For best results, you may be asked to lose some weight before undergoing a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck is not a weight-loss procedure—it is a way to get rid of loose skin and excess fat. If you are at an unhealthy weight, other procedures may be recommended.

Our HEG licensed anesthetist administers IV sedation for tummy tucks.

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