EXTENDED TUMMY TUCK / ABDOMINOPLASTY SYDNEY NSW
Extended abdominoplasty surgery can remove excess skin on the tummy and flanks
But it does something more. An extended abdominoplasty can also contour your hips and flanks and remove excess skin on your sides.
People who lose a considerable amount of weight or go through multiple pregnancies not only have stretched stomach skin, but they usually also have excess unwanted fat and loose skin around the waist (known as love handles). An extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty can remove sagging belly skin, and tighten abdominal muscles.
Dr Jeremy Hunt offers patients in Sydney a wide range of tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty options.
Excess Skin Reduction
EXTENDED TUMMY TUCK / ABDOMINOPLASTY SYDNEY NSW
Extended abdominoplasty surgery can remove excess skin on the tummy and flanks
But it does something more. An extended abdominoplasty can also contour your hips and flanks and remove excess skin on your sides.
People who lose a considerable amount of weight or go through multiple pregnancies not only have stretched stomach skin, but they usually also have excess unwanted fat and loose skin around the waist (known as love handles). An extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty can remove sagging belly skin, and tighten abdominal muscles.
Dr Jeremy Hunt offers patients in Sydney a wide range of tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty options.
Excess Skin Reduction
What Is An Extended Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty ?
An extended tummy tuck, also known as extensive abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic plastic surgery done to reshape and recontour your entire stomach in addition to the flank area between your waist and hip. It’s one of the more extensive types of tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty surgeries.
An extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty targets excess skin and fat folds and weak abdominal muscles. Dr Hunt regularly performs complex abdominoplasty procedures such as belt lipectomy, extended abdominoplasty or fleur de lis abdominoplasty (FDL).
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Do I need Extended Abdominoplasty or Traditional Abdominoplasty?
An extended abdominoplasty is very similar to a traditional abdominoplasty. The main difference is that a regular tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty will not address the fat and skin excess on the hips, whereas an extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty will.
However, unlike a standard tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty, an extended abdominoplasty:
- Involves an extended incision to allow more tissue to be removed from the sides
- Removes more skin and fat compared to a regular abdominoplasty
- Addresses the hips and flanks not just the tummy
Candidates for An Extended Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty?
An extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty procedure can be a good option for people who have lost a massive amount of weight but are left with excess skin on the tummy and flanks.
This comprehensive procedure is recommended for patients who:
- Are in good health and emotional condition
- Don’t smoke
- Are close to their ideal weight
Benefits of Extended Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty
An extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty procedure can offer the following advantages:
- More extensive contouring of the tummy and flanks
- Tightening of the abdominal muscles
- Correction of diastasis recti
You may be eligible for a Medicare Item Number – 30175 or 30177 (See Below)
How Is Extended Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty Performed?
An extended abdominoplasty surgery is usually performed under general anaesthesia (GA) so you wouldn’t feel any pain during your surgery. During the procedure:
- Dr Hunt will make a horizontal incision along your bikini line. This extended incision allows him to remove tissue from the abdominal area and flanks
- After this, Dr Hunt will detach the skin and fat from the abdominal muscles
- The right and left abdominal muscles are brought together and sutured
- Once the muscles are strengthened, the skin is redrapped on the abdominal contour and the excess is eliminated
- Another incision is used to reposition the belly button
- The incisions are sutured and bandages are applied
After your surgery, the wounds will be covered with wound dressing and you will be transferred to the recovery room.
Recovery after Extended Tummy Tuck
Each patient experiences a different recovery after their abdominoplasty depending on the age, weight, overall health, and the amount of tissue removed. Nevertheless, during your recovery from an extended abdominoplasty, you can expect the following:
- You might be asked to stay for a night or two at the hospital for observation after an extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty surgery
- You will have drains in the tummy area for a day or two, to help remove any fluid
- You will need to wear compression garments for 2 to 6 weeks to minimise swelling
- You can usually return to your normal activities, like working and driving, within 2 weeks following your tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty
- You can usually go back to exercising, including heavy lifting, about 6 to 8 weeks after your extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty surgery
- You will need to attend follow-up consultations with Dr Hunt
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Extended Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty Cost Sydney - How much does an extended abdominoplasty cost Australia NSW? Prices & Fees
The cost of an Extended Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty surgery in Sydney, Australia, varies for each patient depending different factors. Your tummy surgery total cost will include surgeon’s fee, anaesthetist fee and hospital fees, among others.
In some cases, some of the costs associated with an extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty are covered by Medicare & your health insurance (Item Number 30177 or 30175). The best way to determine your extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty cost is to schedule a consultation with Dr Hunt.
You can also learn more about possible Medicare coverage, a tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty Payment Plan, or the costs for extended abdominoplasty surgery on our Surgical Costs page.
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With over 20 years of experience as a plastic surgeon, Dr Jeremy Hunt aims to help patients achieve their goals using different surgical techniques.
Dr Hunt prides himself on the level of care which he offers every patient and that begins from the day of first consultation.
At your patient consultation, Dr Hunt will perform a comprehensive assessment, review your medical history, discuss any concerns & risks and provide you with an accurate cost for your extended tummy procedure as part of the informed consent process. You will also see Before and After Images of past patients.
Join the thousands of past patients today by booking a consultation with Dr Hunt at your earliest convenience.
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About Dr Jeremy Hunt
Dr Hunt has worked with thousands of patients across his 20-year career. This is reflected in his role as Spokesperson for the ASPS – Australian Society of Plastic Surgery. Dr Hunt is also a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) and Supervisor of Plastic Surgery Training at Sydney Children’s Hospital.
Dr Hunt has a strong interest in helping his patients achieve their desired results by employing the most appropriate practices for each individual patient.
