How much does abdominoplasty surgery cost?

How much does abdominoplasty surgery cost?

A toned and flat stomach is the dream of many. However, it is not always possible to achieve the desired result with the help of physical exercises and diets. It is quite difficult to do this type of surgery. However, if the operation is performed by a professional, the desired result can be achieved. Such a professional is Andrey Kharkov, a plastic surgeon with many years of experience.

Who is abdominoplasty indicated for?

For many people, it is the abdomen that is problematic. It is in this zone that the accumulation of fatty subcutaneous tissue occurs. This is especially true for the lower abdomen. The so-called “apron” is formed. This aesthetic defect is a consequence of hormonal imbalance, pregnancy, and a decrease in skin elasticity. A sagging abdomen is one of the causes of severe psychological discomfort.

Abdominoplasty can also solve the problem of diastasis, that is, the divergence of the rectus abdominis muscles.

Thus, the main indications for abdominoplasty are:

• Excess fat deposits in the abdomen.
• Flabby, stretched skin due to sudden weight loss.
• Diastasis – divergence of the rectus abdominis muscles.
• An overhang of an “apron” of skin and fat.
• Stretch marks in the waist area.

What are the types of abdominoplasty?

Tummy tuck is performed in one of the following ways:

1. Complete classical abdominoplasty

Surgery is used in cases where the patient has pronounced stretched excess tissue in the lower abdomen, accumulation of subcutaneous tissue.

2. Mini-abdominoplasty

The main difference between a full abdominoplasty and a mini-abdominoplasty is that there is no incision around the navel.In addition, a shorter incision is made in the bikini area. This intervention is performed with mild excess skin and fatty tissue in the abdomen.

The option of the operation is chosen by the plastic surgeon at a preliminary consultation.

Stages of abdominoplasty

Abdominoplasty involves the following steps:

Consultation and preparation phase

Before setting the date of surgery, Andrey Kharkov must conduct a preliminary consultation and prescribe laboratory tests.

Preparation for surgery involves:

1. Stopping taking medications that affect the blood clotting process.
2. Quitting smoking – one month before surgery.
3. Exclusion of fatty and solid food from the diet – a few days before abdominoplasty.

Surgery

After the anesthesia is administered, the surgeon makes a horizontal incision in the lower abdomen. The next stage is the separation of excess skin folds, the elimination of hernias, and the installation of drainage.

Rehabilitation period

For several days after the operation, the patient is under the supervision of the plastic surgeon and his team.

After a few weeks, the drainage is removed. The recommendations of the rehabilitation period:

• Use of a special support bandage – 1-1.5 months.
• Exclusion of physical activity for a period of 1.5 to 3 months.

In what cases is abdominoplasty not performed?

The main contraindications to abdominoplasty:

1. Diabetes mellitus.
2. Diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
3. Obesity (body mass index – more than 35 kg/m2).
4. Pregnancy or its planning in the near future.
5. Oncology.
6. Blood clotting problems.

Advantages of abdominoplasty  performed by Andrey Kharkov

Abdominoplasty is a unique surgical intervention that allows you to get rid of local fat deposits in the abdomen and sagging skin. To maintain the result, the patient must adhere to proper nutrition and exercise. If indicated, abdominoplasty of the abdomen can be combined with liposuction. Andrey Kharkov will help to eliminate local fat deposits in problem areas. For each patient, the plastic surgeon selects the optimal type and volume of intervention. At the same time, Andrey Kharkov takes into account such individual characteristics of the patient as the condition of the muscles, the volume of subcutaneous fat and the elasticity of the skin. The result of abdominoplasty will pleasantly surprise you.

Plastic surgeon Andrey Kharkov performs abdominoplasty in Poland and Austria. Sign up for a consultation!