Tummy Tuck Surgery Toronto: Surgery of the Abdomen

Tummy Tuck surgery, also know as abdominoplasty surgery is a major surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdominal and to tighten the muscles of the abdomen wall. The procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. But bear in mind, it does produce a permanent scar, which depending on the extent of the original problem and the surgery required to correct it, can extend from hip to hip.

The cost of Tummy Tuck surgery starts from $6000.00, or approximately $200.00 per month for 36 months (we charge extra for liposuction, if needed).

Candidates for Tummy Tuck Surgery

The best candidates for Tummy Tuck surgery are men or women who are in relatively good shape but are bothered by a large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that won't respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies, have stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients, which frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved.

Patients who intend to lose a lot of weight should postpone the surgery. Also, women who are relatively good shape but are bothered by a large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that won't respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies, have stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients, which frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved.

All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and Risk

Thousands of Tummy Tuck surgeries are performed successfully each year. There are always risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with more sophisticated surgical procedures such as Tummy Tuck.

Post-operative complications such as infection and blood clots are rare, but can occur. Infection can be treated with drainage and antibiotics, but will prolong your hospital stay. You can minimize the risk of blood clots by moving around as soon after the surgery as possible.

Poor healing, which results in conspicuous scars, may necessitate a second operation. Smokers should be advised to stop, as smoking may increase the risk of complications and delay healing.

You can reduce your risk of complications by closely following your cosmetic surgeon instructions before and after the surgery, especially with regard to when and how you should resume physical activity.