Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck," is a body-contouring procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the underlying abdominal muscles to create a flatter, firmer, and more toned midsection. It is one of the most effective solutions for patients who have loose, hanging abdominal skin and weakened muscles that cannot be corrected through diet and exercise alone. At Dr Amit Aesthetics in Aligarh, Dr. Amit Agrawal performs abdominoplasty with meticulous attention to both aesthetics and function.
Overview
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck," is a body-contouring procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the underlying abdominal muscles to create a flatter, firmer, and more toned midsection. It is one of the most effective solutions for patients who have loose, hanging abdominal skin and weakened muscles that cannot be corrected through diet and exercise alone. At Dr Amit Aesthetics in Aligarh, Dr. Amit Agrawal performs abdominoplasty with meticulous attention to both aesthetics and function.
Ideal candidates include individuals with significant abdominal skin laxity following pregnancy, major weight loss, or aging. Women who have had multiple pregnancies often develop diastasis recti — a separation of the rectus abdominis muscles — which causes a persistent abdominal bulge even at a healthy weight. Abdominoplasty is the only effective treatment for diastasis recti, as the muscles are surgically stitched back together during the procedure.
Three primary techniques are available depending on the extent of correction needed. Liposuction alone may be sufficient for patients with good skin elasticity who need only fat removal. A mini-abdominoplasty addresses the area below the navel with a shorter incision and is suitable for patients with limited skin excess. A full abdominoplasty involves a hip-to-hip incision along the bikini line, removal of excess skin from the navel to the pubic area, muscle tightening, and navel repositioning. Dr. Agrawal evaluates each patient's anatomy and goals to recommend the most appropriate approach, always placing the incision low enough to be concealed by underwear or a swimsuit.
What it addresses
- Full abdominoplasty with muscle repair
- Mini-abdominoplasty for lower abdominal concerns
- Liposuction-assisted abdominoplasty
- Diastasis recti (muscle separation) repair
- Umbilicoplasty (navel reshaping)
- Panniculectomy (removal of overhanging skin apron)
Recovery & aftercare
Bed rest is recommended for the first 2–3 days, with patients encouraged to walk in a slightly bent posture to avoid tension on the incision. Surgical drains are typically placed and removed within 3–7 days. Sutures are removed at 1–2 weeks. A compression garment must be worn for 4–6 weeks to reduce swelling and support the repaired muscles. Most patients return to light work within 2 weeks. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting are restricted for 6–8 weeks. Swelling gradually subsides over 3–6 months, with the final contour becoming fully apparent at approximately 6 months.
