There are many reasons you may decide to have Full Tummy Tuck abroad. You might consider this treatment if you have an average BMI or are within normal weight and proportions. Some of the most common reasons for patients to undergo tummy tuck include:
But having Full Tummy Tuck abroad has other appeals:
Tummy Tuck surgery abroad costs less compared to the UK, US, and Europe
The main reason patients travel abroad is to find affordable treatment. Tummy Tuck costs are lower in popular medical tourism destinations without compromising on the quality of the treatment. Because these countries produce their medical equipment and the labor is cheaper.
World-class Tummy Tuck treatment.
The affordability of Tummy Tuck abroad doesn't undermine the quality of the treatment. The hospitals are fully equipped with modern facilities and have experience having international patients. The staff is well-trained and has English communication proficiency.
High success rate
Countries known for medical tourism like Turkey annually perform more cosmetic surgeries than US or UK. Clinics have a 90% success rate.
A chance to explore a new country
Most patients who travel to have treatment abroad are equally excited to explore a new city as having a new body.
You're an ideal candidate if you're a healthy, non-smoker and suffer from excess skin after significant weight loss in the abdominal area.
The factors that affect the Full Tummy Tuck cost abroad are the location of the clinics, the surgeon's experience, the technique used, and the type of treatment.
Country | Estimated Cost |
UK |
$6500 - $8000 |
USA |
$6000 - $15,000 |
Turkey |
$2000 - $3000 |
Australia |
$7000 - $22,000 |
Full Tummy Tuck (57 Clinics)
A full tummy tuck procedure is not recommended for:
• Women who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant
• Patients with serious medical conditions may affect the whole process in a negative way.
You will spend a minimum of 1 day in the hospital to monitor your recovery.
You can return to work after 3 to 6 weeks
You can return to work after 3 to 6 weeks
The surgery will take between 2 to 3 hours if there is no complication.
You will spend a minimum of 1 day in the hospital to monitor your recovery.
Before opting for a full tummy tuck surgery or a complete abdominoplasty, it is recommended that patients inform themselves of the risks and complications of the procedure. Patients should have good general health, apply a healthy diet and stop smoking at least one month before and after the operation.
A full abdominoplasty or traditional tummy tuck surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia, and it takes between two to five hours. The surgeon makes a horizontally-oriented incision in the area between the pubic hairline and belly button.
A full tummy tuck surgery involves a second vertical incision in order to change the position of the navel and to create a more appealing result. The shape and length of the incisions will be determined by the amount of excess skin patients have.
During the surgery, surgeons can tighten the muscles by pulling them closer together and stitching them to give a more toned look and create a smaller waistline. This is the muscle repair stage of the surgery. Sometimes liposuction might be used to improve the results by removing the undesired fat tissue, and the excess skin is also removed.
After the full abdominoplasty is complete, the incisions are closed using surgical stitches and the full tummy tuck recovery period can begin
Depending on the scope of the procedure and the patient's condition, the average full tummy tuck surgery recovery may last from one to four weeks.
During this process, patients should avoid heavy lifting and are advised to take at least a few weeks off from work. Patients should wear a compression garment that can reduce swelling and bruising. This garment helps the skin conform to the new body shape. Also, smoking should be avoided for several weeks after the procedure.
A full abdominoplasty can have several side effects, including:
If patients follow their doctor's instructions carefully, they will be more satisfied with the results. If patients adopt a healthy lifestyle and maintain their weight in a stable and healthy range, the results of the surgery may last for years.
The benefits of the full tummy tuck operation are:
• Improved self-confidence
• Improved appearance and body proportion
• Tighter abdominal muscles
• Tight and flat abdominal skin
Full Tummy Tuck Vs. Mini Tummy Tuck
Complete abdominoplasty is more complex and involves two incisions and sutures while affecting a larger area of the abdomen. While a mini tummy tuck needs only a small incision, the skin shaped on the lower abdomen will be more limited in size.
Are There Any Alternatives to A Full Abdominoplasty Or Full Tummy Tuck?
Cosmetics can be used to tighten the skin but they do not remove the excess skin and they are not as effective as full tummy tuck surgery. Also, some non-surgical alternatives like CoolSculpting, lasers, and the rage can be chosen but only for minor changes.
What’s the Difference Between A Liposuction And a Full Tummy Tuck?
With a full tummy tuck, both excess fat and skin are removed while with liposuction, only the excess fat is removed.
This content is written and reviewed by our medical content team in February 2022