Tummy Tuck surgery, also known as Abdominoplasty, is a major cosmetic surgery procedure for women and men which removes excess skin, tightens separated muscles and removes fat from the abdomen.

Women who have experienced pregnancy, and both men and women who have sustained significant and rapid weight loss, are the most usual patients for tummy tuck surgery.

A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure used to correct such a deformity of the abdominal wall. Even people who have a normal weight can develop a ‘pot belly’ as the ageing process takes its toll on the body. A tummy tuck helps to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing, slimmer overall appearance.

The surgeons at BariClinic have been recognized for performing Tummy Tuck. They offer a variety of services with safe and effective techniques,, including the Tummy Tuck, and their decades of experience are reflected in their work.

If you’re thinking about undergoing Tummy Tuck, our experienced Dr. Karolis Černauskis can help you.

Tummy tuck Procedure

The Tummy Tuck surgery is performed under general anaesthetic, and it takes around 2–3 hours.
The surgeon will cut your abdomen from hipbone to hipbone and then contour the skin, tissue, and muscle as needed.

The surgery will involve moving your belly button, and you may need drainage tubes under your skin for a few days.
Mini-tummy tuck are often done on people whose fat deposits are located below the navel. This surgery flattens the abdomen by removing extra fat and skin, and tightening muscles in your abdominal wall. 

It’s not the same as liposuction, although you may choose to get liposuction along with a tummy tuck to get the better result. Your surgeon will separate muscles and tight them with special stitches. After that is done a new opening is cut on the abdominal wall to transfer your belly button, which is sutured into its new place. A tummy tuck is suitable for men and women who are in good health.

Women who have had several pregnancies may find the procedure useful for tightening their abdominal muscles and reducing skin. A tummy tuck is also an option for men or women who were once obese and still have excess fat deposits or loose skin around the belly. Whether you’re having a partial or complete tummy tuck, the area that’s operated on will be stitched and bandaged. It’s very important to follow all your surgeon’s instructions on how to care for the bandage in the days following surgery. The bandage used will be a firm, elastic band that promotes proper healing.

Tummy tuck Post Op

After a tummy tuck, abdominal incision will be covered with surgical dressing. You’ll likely feel moderate pain, which will be controlled by pain medication. It’s normal to have swelling in the surgical area for about six weeks.

For the first six weeks after a tummy tuck, you’ll need to take care when moving and avoid positions that strain your incision line — such as quickly bending at the waist — to prevent the reopening of the wound.

A tummy tuck helps to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing, slimmer overall appearance. Having a flatter, firmer midsection can dramatically improve the way clothing fits and looks, helping you feel more confident and comfortable in your body.

Tummy tuck Recovery

Your initial recovery time requires at least 2-3 weeks and for a few days, you need to rest and have downtime. This is to reduce scarring and to avoid bruising and swelling.