Tummy Tuck Australia
Excess fat and skin on and around the stomach and hips is a common concern, especially amongst women. While diet and exercise can help, it takes time. Which is why many look towards a tummy tuck (or abdominoplasty) surgery to help tighten and sculpt the stomach. In fact, tummy tucks make up approximately 8% of all plastic surgeries in Australia each year.
Our surgeons at CosMediTour perform hundreds of tummy tucks in Australia each year. We have created all-inclusive packages, offer flexible payment options and work with multiple state-of-the-art private hospitals throughout Sydney to make your process as easy as possible. Contact us today to book your free video consultation to explore if a tummy tuck could be right for you.
Abdominoplasty in Sydney
FROM $11,890 *
At CosMediTour, our transparent, all-inclusive abdominoplasty packages make getting a tummy tuck in Sydney as smooth as possible. Your personal client manager can even assist you with travel arrangements if you’re coming to Sydney from outside of the region or state. We also offer finance options to break up your payments with a payment plan or interest-free layby to pay off your surgery ahead of time.
Our abdominoplasty packages all include:
- FRACS plastic surgeon fees.
- General anaesthetist fees.
- Private hospital fees.
- A personal client manager.
Our Sydney Tummy Tuck Packages
- Sydney Standard Tummy Tuck View Package
- Sydney Extended Tummy Tuck View Package
- Sydney Belt Lipectomy or 360° Tummy Tuck View Package
*The prices on this page reflect a standard case. Clients with a greater degree of surgical complexity will incur higher fees. The easiest way to receive your personalised Quote, is to complete a free Online Assessment.
Why Choose CosMediTour for Your Sydney Stomach Skin Surgery
By choosing CosMediTour, you’re receiving top-class support, with a smooth road to your stomach skin surgery in Sydney. These are some of the ways we help make your process as easy and transparent as possible.
Free Surgical Assessments
To help you feel comfortable and confident before meeting with your plastic surgeon, you’ll meet with our client support specialists for a free surgical video assessment. Your assessment takes place over phone or video chat, so you’re in the comfort of your own home. It’s where you can ask questions, discover your options and confirm you’re a suitable candidate for a tummy tuck.
Transparent Pricing
All of our tummy tuck packages in Australia are all-inclusive with fully transparent pricing. Your package will include your plastic surgeon, private hospital, anaesthesiologist and other related fees, with finance options available to pay off your tummy tuck before your surgery day.
Personalised Support
With CosMediTour, you receive a personal client manager, who is your dedicated support person to guide you, answer your questions and help you prepare for your tummy tuck in Sydney.
Multiple Surgery Locations
Choose from one of one of our multiple locations in Sydney to best suit your schedule. Each private hospital we partner with has been carefully selected based on their state-of-the-art facilities and gold-class patient care, as we only want the best support for you in your journey.
Meet Our Australian Tummy Tuck Surgeons
Our plastic surgeons in Sydney perform hundreds of tummy tucks each and every year. They understand the importance of being transparent with you, helping you explore your options and giving you guidance on the potential outcomes. With their support, you’ll have the information you need to be confident in your surgery, recovery and road to a smoother, more toned stomach.
About Abdominoplasty Surgery
Pregnancy, weight loss or gain, illness, surgery or even the natural ageing process can leave many desiring a tighter, smoother abdominal area. Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, removes excess fat, while lifting skin and fatty tissue with the aim to create a smooth, symmetrical stomach with more defined contours. It’s one of the top three most common plastic surgeries in Australia, often combined as part of a mummy makeover.Â
How a tummy tuck may be able to help you?
A tummy tuck can be used to:
- Tighten sagging skin around the stomach, waist and hips.
- Correct abdominal abnormalities.
- Repair muscle separation, which can occur during pregnancy.
- Strengthen the core.
- Remove stubborn fat for a firmer stomach.
There are four primary tummy tuck procedures your surgeon may be able to use in your tummy tuck surgery, depending on the aim of your procedure. These include a standard tummy tuck, extended tummy tuck or belt lipectomy. The technique used will depend on what you want to achieve, and the amount of excess skin and fat. Book a free consultation to discuss what may be the right option for you.
Tummy Tuck Recovery
Most of our patients fully recover within 6 to 12 months, in which time swelling will subside and your scars will begin to fade. On average, our clients return to work and can drive within 4 weeks of their surgery, and reintroduce exercise after 6 weeks.Â
To help with your recovery, you’ll be on complete bed rest for at least 3 days following your procedure. You’ll need to lie with your upper body raised and your knees angled to help reduce abdominal strain. During this time, you can carefully complete small walks around the bed to promote circulation, however, it must be done in a hunched position. A catheter may be placed to assist you initially as rushing to the toilet must be avoided.Â
Every person’s recovery journey is personal to them, so your surgeon will prescribe specific instructions and recommendations based on your circumstances before and after your surgery. If you have any concerns about your recovery before or after your surgery, it’s important you discuss them with your plastic surgeon or your personal client manager to give you the guidance you need personalised to your recovery.Â
Risks of Tummy Tuck Surgery in Australia
Any surgery comes with risks, regardless of the type of surgery, your surgeon, the care you receive, the hospital you’re in and your recovery protocols. It’s important you consider and understand the potential risks of tummy tuck surgery in Australia, including infection, pain and more. Visit our recovery risks page for a full list of potential risks.
Abdominoplasty Before & After Gallery
While every person’s results are different, seeing before and after tummy tuck photos can help you see what type of results you may be able to expect. Each photo is of our very own clients who have consented to having their photos published for educational purposes.
Please note: Results may vary between individuals. The images shared in the gallery do not guarantee your outcome will be the same. Images may contain nudity and are not intended for people under the age of 18.
What To Expect.
Our Tummy Tuck Process
Step 1: Enquiry & Assessment
Your first step is to get in touch with our team by submitting an enquiry or giving us a call. We’ll then organise a phone or video chat with our client support specialists to complete your assessment and give you a chance to ask any initial questions. If you’re a suitable surgery candidate, you’ll receive your personalised surgical recommendation with one of our plastic surgeons.
Step 2: Surgeon Consultation
Once we’ve confirmed you’re a suitable candidate for a tummy tuck, you’ll meet your plastic surgeon to discuss your surgery and what you hope to achieve. Your surgeon will assess your body composition, excess skin and more to give you personalised advice and recommendations, and help you plan your surgery.
Step 3: Surgery Day
Your tummy tuck will take place in one of our partner private hospitals in Sydney. You’ll meet with your surgery team, and be placed under general anaesthetic for the duration of your tummy tuck procedure. If you’re in good health, you’ll be able to return home the same day with your personal recovery plan.
Step 4: Recovery
Your recovery plan will be unique to your needs. This may include pain medication and compression garments. You’ll need to rest for at least 1 to 2 weeks, and your surgeon will give you specific instructions on when you can return to work, drive, exercise and return to your regular routine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tummy Tucks
It’s likely you have a lot of questions about tummy tucks and if it may be an option for you. These are some of our most frequently asked questions about tummy tucks in Australia, and we encourage you to contact us if you have any further enquiries. Keep in mind, the below is for general informational purposes only and does not take into account your personal circumstances.
How long do tummy tucks last?
The results of a tummy tuck can be permanent depending on your lifestyle choices. For example, weight gain and pregnancy can change the appearance of your abdominal region even after a tummy tuck. To help maintain long-lasting results, you should follow the advice of your plastic surgeon and health professionals, making healthy diet and exercise choices, and maintaining a stable weight.
Is a tummy tuck very painful?
Most tummy tuck recipients will experience mild to moderate tightness and soreness for approximately 2 weeks following abdominoplasty surgery. However, everyone’s pain threshold is different, and not all tummy tuck procedures involve the same techniques, so pain can vary from person to person. Your plastic surgeon will discuss the complexity of your procedure with you ahead of time and provide personal advice on how to best manage post-operative pain and discomfort, including prescribing pain relief medication, if required.
Does your stomach go flat after a tummy tuck?
Your stomach may not be completely flat after a tummy tuck, depending on your circumstances. Tummy tuck surgery removes excess skin and fat from the midsection of your body, however, it’s recommended you are already at your goal weight prior to surgery. This will help you achieve the look you desire and your plastic surgeon to aim towards optimal, long-lasting results. Liposuction can be combined with a tummy tuck procedure to assist in removing stubborn fat to enhance the overall result of your waistline contour transformation.
When is the best time to get a tummy tuck?
The best time to get a tummy tuck is when you are almost at or have already achieved your goal weight. Tummy tuck surgery should not replace diet and exercise, and should be used to remove excess skin and fat following weight loss, pregnancy, ageing or to help with a stomach abnormality. There is no ideal age for a tummy tuck, however, you should be of good health.
What’s the difference between a tummy tuck and abdominoplasty?
A tummy tuck and abdominoplasty are the same surgery. Tummy tuck is simply the more common name for an abdominoplasty procedure.
How long does it take to recover from an abdominoplasty?
It may take up to 6 to 12 months to fully recover from abdominoplasty. Most people will experience some pain and discomfort in the 1 to 2 weeks following a tummy tuck, and will be on complete bed rest for at least 3 days. You can begin to reintroduce walking and assisted stair climbs around 5 to 10 days following surgery.
How many sizes do you go down with a tummy tuck?
On average, most people can go down at least 2 to 3 pant sizes after tummy tuck surgery. This is achieved through removing excess skin and fat from the abdominal area. However, your specific results depend on how much excess skin you have prior to your surgery.
How long will I have to take off work for a tummy tuck?
On average, most people need to take up to 4 weeks off work for a tummy tuck. This may be slightly less or longer, depending what you do for work and your personal recovery journey.
Can I shower after a tummy tuck?
You will need to avoid showering for at least a couple of days following tummy tuck surgery. It’s Important your wounds are kept dry to promote healing. However, a sponge bath is okay, as long as you are careful around your drains and wounds.
Do I need to wear a support garment after a tummy tuck?
Yes, you will need to wear post-operative support garments following a tummy tuck. They are critical to your recovery, helping to manage swelling, heal your incisions and contribute to your overall tummy tuck results. Your plastic surgeon will advise which garments you need to wear and for how long.
How soon can I exercise after a tummy tuck?
In most cases, exercise can be reintroduced 6 to 12 weeks after a tummy tuck. However, it’s best to follow your personal recovery plan, as every person’s recovery and lifestyle is different. You will likely need to start with more gentle, shorter workouts to begin with.