Weight loss may also be responsible for these effects - in both women and men - causing embarrassment and problems with selecting clothing. Patients report that this is particularly the case with more revealing items, such as underwear or swimwear.

Although regular exercise and a careful diet can play a role in improving general tone and appearance, many people find that, despite all their efforts, they are still left with unsightly folds of abdominal skin. Abdominoplasty - more commonly known as a tummy tuck - can help address these problems, removing excess skin and fatty deposits to help improve your figure and make you feel more in proportion.

If you are carrying a large amount of excess fat, tummy tuck surgery may also be combined with lipoplasty to further enhance the overall result.

What’s the procedure

A tummy tuck is performed under a general anaesthetic by our highly experienced medical team. An incision is made in the lower abdomen that generally follows the bikini-line, so scarring is hidden with underwear. The tummy button is also repositioned. Excess fat and skin are carefully removed, ensuring a flatter and firmer abdomen is created after tummy tuck surgery.

You will be required to stay in one of our purpose-built cosmetic surgery hospitals for two nights following your tummy tuck and wear an abdominal support, day and night, for the first few weeks. Your surgeon will also recommend other ways to speed up your recovery, including taking two to three weeks off work.