Tummy Tuck with Dr. Zeinab Hedayat
Tummy tuck surgery focused on abdominal contour, tissue assessment, proportion, and individualized surgical planning — not a weight-loss treatment.
Specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery
Overview
What Is Tummy Tuck?
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a surgical procedure that can remove excess abdominal skin, tighten underlying tissue, and refine abdominal contour in medically suitable patients. It is not a substitute for weight loss and is not intended to address overall body weight.
Suitability
Who It May Be Suitable For
A tummy tuck may be considered by patients with excess abdominal skin or tissue laxity that has not responded to lifestyle measures, often following pregnancy or significant weight change. Individual suitability is always confirmed during consultation.
- Patients with excess abdominal skin or tissue laxity
- Patients whose abdominal wall has been affected by pregnancy or significant weight change
- Patients seeking contour refinement rather than weight loss
- Patients with realistic expectations
- Patients whose suitability is confirmed through consultation
Treatment Goals
What the Treatment May Achieve
Every tummy tuck is planned around a consistent set of goals, balancing abdominal contour refinement with long-term proportion and safety.
- Refined abdominal contour
- Reduced excess skin
- Improved abdominal tone
- Individual surgical planning
- Long-term proportion
- Safety
Consultation
Consultation with Dr. Hedayat
Every consultation includes a thorough assessment of your abdominal anatomy and skin quality, combined with an open discussion of your goals and medical history.
- Abdominal anatomy assessment
- Skin and tissue quality evaluation
- Medical history review
- Discussion of expectations
- Discussion of combination with liposuction, where relevant
- Individual treatment planning
Learn more about Dr. Hedayat's background and approach.
Procedure
Procedure Overview
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Preparation
Medical clearance and pre-operative instructions ahead of surgery.
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Surgical Planning
A tailored surgical approach based on your abdominal anatomy, skin quality, and goals.
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Procedure Overview
Carried out according to your individual surgical plan. The type of anaesthesia and the clinical setting are explained during planning.
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Compression Garment
A compression garment is typically recommended afterward to support healing.
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Aftercare
Guidance and follow-up support through the early healing period.
Recovery
Recovery Overview
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First Days
Swelling, bruising, and limited mobility are most noticeable during this period; rest is advised.
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First Weeks
Visible swelling typically eases, with a gradual return to daily activities under guidance.
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Longer-Term Swelling Reduction & Contour Refinement
Residual swelling continues to reduce gradually, with the final contour emerging over time. Timelines vary between individuals and are not guaranteed.
Risks & Safety
Risks and Limitations
Possible Risks
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Scarring
- Contour irregularities
- Delayed healing
- Fluid accumulation
- Thrombosis risk
- Asymmetry
- Numbness or altered sensation
- Possible need for a revision procedure
- Individual variation in healing and results
Safety Measures
- The procedure, anaesthesia and setting are planned individually and explained before you give your consent.
- A full medical history review is completed before any procedure is scheduled.
Every procedure carries risks. These are discussed individually during consultation, and suitability is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Limitations
What the Treatment Cannot Guarantee
No treatment can guarantee a specific result. Healing, scarring and the final outcome vary between individuals and depend on anatomy, health and aftercare. What can realistically be achieved in your case is discussed openly during your consultation.
Treatment costs
Treatment costs depend on the individual procedure, medical requirements and treatment plan. You will receive transparent information about expected costs following your consultation.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a tummy tuck a weight-loss treatment?
No. A tummy tuck addresses excess abdominal skin and tissue laxity, not overall body weight, and is not a substitute for weight loss.
Is a tummy tuck the same as liposuction?
No. Liposuction removes localized fat deposits, while a tummy tuck addresses excess skin and tissue laxity. The two are sometimes combined, which is discussed individually during consultation.
How long-lasting are the results?
Removed skin does not return, but results depend on maintaining a stable weight and lifestyle over time, and can be affected by future pregnancy. This is discussed in detail during consultation.
How long does recovery take?
Initial swelling and limited mobility are most noticeable in the first days and typically ease over the following weeks, with final contour emerging gradually. Individual healing times vary.
Will I need to wear a compression garment?
Yes, a compression garment is typically recommended afterward to support healing, depending on your individual plan.
How do I know if I'm a good candidate?
Candidacy depends on your anatomy, skin quality, health status, and expectations, all reviewed during an individual consultation with Dr. Hedayat.
Considering Tummy Tuck?
Every treatment begins with an individual consultation to assess suitability and discuss realistic expectations.
This page provides general patient information and does not replace an individual medical consultation, examination or advice. Suitability and planning are always determined personally during consultation.