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What is an abdominoplasty?

An abdominoplasty surgery, more commonly known as a tummy tuck surgery, is a surgical procedure that is specifically designed to give your abdomen a smoother and firmer appearance. The surgery itself generally involves the tightening of the abdominal muscles and the removal of excess fat and loose skin that is difficult to get rid of by simply exercising alone.

Over the years, we have found that there are two main causes for patients looking to have an abdominoplasty. Generally, we have found that anyone who has had a significant amount of weight loss opt for a tummy tuck surgery to help them to deal with the excess skin left behind and any stubborn fat that remains after their weight change. Specifically in women, the period after childbirth can often leave them unhappy and uncomfortable with how their body looks and if they are struggling to get their pre-pregnancy body back, a tummy tuck surgery is often the first choice.

When considering opting for an abdominoplasty surgery, it’s important to consider your other options first as abdominoplasty is often considered to be the last option. However, if you want a smoother, firmer and flatter abdomen then it is definitely worth considering abdominoplasty surgery.

What is an abdominoplasty?

An abdominoplasty surgery, more commonly known as a tummy tuck surgery, is a surgical procedure that is specifically designed to give your abdomen a smoother and firmer appearance. The surgery itself generally involves the tightening of the abdominal muscles and the removal of excess fat and loose skin that is difficult to get rid of by simply exercising alone.

Over the years, we have found that there are two main causes for patients looking to have an abdominoplasty. Generally, we have found that anyone who has had a significant amount of weight loss opt for a tummy tuck surgery to help them to deal with the excess skin left behind and any stubborn fat that remains after their weight change. Specifically in women, the period after childbirth can often leave them unhappy and uncomfortable with how their body looks and if they are struggling to get their pre-pregnancy body back, a tummy tuck surgery is often the first choice.

When considering opting for an abdominoplasty surgery, it’s important to consider your other options first as abdominoplasty is often considered to be the last option. However, if you want a smoother, firmer and flatter abdomen then it is definitely worth considering abdominoplasty surgery.

What should you expect with a tummy tuck?

Deciding you want to have an abdominoplasty surgery carried out can be a decision that has taken you a long time and a lot of effort to decide on, but even after doing all your research you can still be left with questions on what to expect about the surgery, the recovery period and aftercare procedures. Some of the more commonly asked queries are answered below, but if you’re still stuck then we are happy to answer any questions that you have!

In short, the answer is yes. A lot of people confuse a tummy tuck surgery with liposuction or a gastric bypass and isn’t a treatment designed to help you lose weight. In fact, a tummy tuck surgery is performed to help you get rid of any excess skin and fatty deposits following weight loss.

Immediately following your surgery your abdomen will be sore to touch and may cause you some discomfort when you’re moving, as well as showing signs of bruising and swelling for a few weeks following the procedure.

An abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) surgery is carried out under general anaesthetic and usually takes around three hours although this is entirely down to the individual patient and their requirements.

It’s a type of surgery that can be performed on both men and women as long as they fall into the criteria of patient who is suitable to have the treatment performed. Although it involves removing some excess fat and skin, it isn’t a suitable treatment for patients who are looking for a way to quickly lose weight.

Following the operation, we recommend getting as much rest as possible and if you do need to move, it’s important to avoid putting any stress on the muscles in your abdomen. One of the most important things is ensuring that you don’t try to do too much too soon until you are feeling comfortable and the pain is starting to ease. Our surgeon will carry out a check on the wound a couple of weeks following the procedure to ensure it is healing correctly, but if you have any concerns we advise seeking advice immediately.

This one is a little more difficult to answer as it varies depending on the job and the recovery of the individual patient. For example, working in an office environment is typically much less strenuous than working within a factory and in this case you would probably be able to go back to work much earlier, though we do recommend taking a break from work for at least 2 or 3 weeks following the surgery.

There will be an instant visible improvement following your surgery, but it can take up to 6 months following your surgery before you see the best results.

What should you expect with a tummy tuck?

Deciding you want to have an abdominoplasty surgery carried out can be a decision that has taken you a long time and a lot of effort to decide on, but even after doing all your research you can still be left with questions on what to expect about the surgery, the recovery period and aftercare procedures. Some of the more commonly asked queries are answered below, but if you’re still stuck then we are happy to answer any questions that you have!

In short, the answer is yes. A lot of people confuse a tummy tuck surgery with liposuction or a gastric bypass and isn’t a treatment designed to help you lose weight. In fact, a tummy tuck surgery is performed to help you get rid of any excess skin and fatty deposits following weight loss.

Immediately following your surgery your abdomen will be sore to touch and may cause you some discomfort when you’re moving, as well as showing signs of bruising and swelling for a few weeks following the procedure.

An abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) surgery is carried out under general anaesthetic and usually takes around three hours although this is entirely down to the individual patient and their requirements.

It’s a type of surgery that can be performed on both men and women as long as they fall into the criteria of patient who is suitable to have the treatment performed. Although it involves removing some excess fat and skin, it isn’t a suitable treatment for patients who are looking for a way to quickly lose weight.

Following the operation, we recommend getting as much rest as possible and if you do need to move, it’s important to avoid putting any stress on the muscles in your abdomen. One of the most important things is ensuring that you don’t try to do too much too soon until you are feeling comfortable and the pain is starting to ease. Our surgeon will carry out a check on the wound a couple of weeks following the procedure to ensure it is healing correctly, but if you have any concerns we advise seeking advice immediately.

This one is a little more difficult to answer as it varies depending on the job and the recovery of the individual patient. For example, working in an office environment is typically much less strenuous than working within a factory and in this case you would probably be able to go back to work much earlier, though we do recommend taking a break from work for at least 2 or 3 weeks following the surgery.

There will be an instant visible improvement following your surgery, but it can take up to 6 months following your surgery before you see the best results.

2 – 3 hours in surgery

1 – 2 nights stay in hospital

2 – 3 weeks before driving

4 – 6 weeks before any strenuous exercise

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The minimum age for any consultation or surgical procedure is 18. Certain things, such as becoming pregnant before the surgery, will stop you from being able to proceed forwards from the consultation phase. This will be discussed during your initial consultation.

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Better Body Surgery is rated 5 out of 5.0 stars based on 24 review(s).

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Amazing treatments on offer I cannot wait to visit again Staff are lovely I am looking out for the the offers and deals for January . See you soon girls

- Tania

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My experience with Better body clinic has been fantastic. I am a woman of a certain age (many will know what I mean) and I have waited many years before finally taking the plunge and having a breast uplift and augmentation. I did loads of research looking for a good clinic here in the UK because I didnt want to go abroad for something this important. I made contact with Lynsday and she has been a rock. She has made all my appointments, kept in touch through phone calls, texts and e-mails. She has been a great help in getting me through this. I am now one week post op and Lyndsay has made it such a nice, easy experience that I would not hesitate in recommending both Lyndsay and Better body clinic to anyone. My surgeon Mr Prasad is such a lovely man, he understood everything that I wanted to achieve and told me what could or couldnt be done. I am ecstatic with the results so far. Thank you for everything Lyndsay, Sharon and Mr Prasad.

- Tina

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Absolutely amazing experience with Better Body cosmetic group. From my first phone call, Lyndsay was brilliant. She was so helpful, friendly and kind and always on hand to reply to my messages or phone calls. She answered every question I had before and after my surgery. I had my first consultation in December and booked in for surgery in July. Lyndsay kept in touch with me throughout this time and even phoned me after surgery to see how I was. I am three weeks post surgery now and she still keeps in touch to see how I am emotionally aswell as physically. I highly recommend Better Body Clinics. Amazing service!

- Amanda

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Had the best experience, Lyndsay couldn’t have been more helpful. She always went out her way before and after surgery to check up on me.

- Charnie

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Brilliant from start to finish, great communication, Lyndsay was in constant contact and made everything so easy and stress free, i am more than made up with the results of the surgery, it feels like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and i cant thank the betterbody team and dr.prasad enough

- Kris

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Had the fat freeze treatment today and really happy with the results. it was a really smooth process and Lyndsey was so helpful and explained everything before and after.

- Paul

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Anyone wanting any kind of surgery, I would definitely recommend better body’s. I had a full tummy tuck 9 weeks ago and I’m absolutely over the moon with the results. Lyndsay was always there on the other end of the phone for any questions I had or concerns, she is definitely a credit to the company. Lyndsay would always check up on me and make sure I’m feeling ok and deal with any concerns pretty rapid. Her Communication skills was always on point and If I could give her a 10* rating I would.

- Tyne wright

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Brilliant service, fully supported throughout from first booking a consultation to the aftercare. Always there when I had any questions, very approachable, friendly and supportive. Would highly recommend

- Karen

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Lyndsay has been brilliant from the very start of the process, very informative, caring and friendly. Lyndsay definitely made me feel at ease with the operation and checked on me daily after the surgery.

- Clare

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Lynsy was excellent with my operation all rhe way through highly recommend her total communication all the way professional and always ther wen you need her thankyou 😊

- Carlye blackwell

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Fantastic from start to finish … HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

- Cathy

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Searching for a surgeon I went to quite a few consultations and chatted with many surgery organisers and better body was by far the one for me. Lyndsay has been fantastic from the start. I have chewed her ear off for months with lots of random questions for her to answer, contacting her both later at night and early morning and nothing has been to much trouble. Mr prasad was my surgeon, I’ve just hit 1 week post op mummy makeover and the results are amazing already. Highly recommend better body surgery’s to anyone who is thinking of cosmetic surgery. They have made me feel at ease throughout and I’m so glad I picked you guys. Thankyou for helping me with my transformation..

- Leah houghton

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Can not recommend Better body’s enough. Lyndsay was absolutely amazing, such a lovely caring person who has been constantly in touch going through all details with me. I’m one week po and Lyndsay has checked on me continually. Thank you so much for everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️

- Samantha

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lyndsey supported me all the way from consultation to operation and after .. dr prasad did my boobs just how I asked.. I love them they are perfect 🤩 couldn’t of wished for better care from lyndsey and the hospital I would definitely recommend 👌

- Danilee nolan

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I can not recommend this company enough lyndsay was amazing from start to finish she called regular after my surgery to see how I was which was lovely she is a credit to this company if I decide to have any surgery in the future I will be returning to better body.

- Chelsea

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Excellent service beginning to end. All my questions were answered and nothing was too much trouble. Post surgery I received regular calls from Lyndsay

- Michelke

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Excellent service beginning to end. All my questions were answered and nothing was too much trouble. Post surgery I received regular calls from Lyndsay checking to see how I was which I thought was a really nice personal touch I would definitely recommend booking surgery with these guys. I know if I need any more procedures they will be the ones I call

- Michelke

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I cannot praise this company enough for their professional and friendly service from start to finish. Everything was explained to me in great depth from my initial consultation to post op by Mr Prasad and his team. Lyndsay is also a credit to this compamy she has been in touch throughout and answered any reservations I have had and put my mind at ease. My surgery was a breeze and even at 7 days post surgery I am delighted with the results!!! Thank you for everything

- Luci

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Can't fault the service from Sharon & Better Body - they handled everything from start to finish and everything ran perfectly. More importantly, can't be happier with the results!

- Andrew S

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I rated 4 stars due to the high quality after-care given after my surgery and despite the early stages of pain and discomfort, when I address my concerns to the aftercare team, it was looked at straight away and I was reassured that things will settle down which it has. So I will recommend Better Body to anyone of my friends who may be considering lipo surgery. And last but not least, they are in close proximity to where I live which is a bonus.

- Keith V Facey

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The clinic was immaculate, excellent equipped private rooms. All the staff involved in the treatment were friendly and professional throughout the whole consultation/operation.

- Cavin Sanderson

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Sharon & Lyndsay are very professional and helpful, they will talk you through the procedures and ensure all your needs are Met x

- Ann Golding

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Would definately recommend, Sharon and Lyndsay are very friendly and professional putting you at ease as soon as you walk through the door. I've had 2 different treatments so far and am really happy with the results. I'm looking forward to trying more.

- Nikki

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Absolutely lovely ladies at Better Bodys. Very happy with the service they provide. I've been quite a few times now for different things done. I can highly recommend them.

- Alex Sofield

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