Abdominoplasty: see the before and after of this plastic surgery

Are you considering having an abdominoplasty, but are curious to see before and after images of other cases to better understand the results you can achieve? Then this article is for you.

Having a slim figure is the dream of many women and often, with the passing of the years, weight fluctuations and one or more pregnancies, it's difficult to regain a firm, flab-free belly, even with a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Abdominoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure aimed precisely at treating sagging and excess skin and correcting abdominal diastasis.

Although results vary from person to person, seeing images of patients who have had abdominoplasties at our clinic can be essential in deciding whether to proceed with this surgery.

The before and after of abdominoplasty: the transformation of the abdominal contour

Abdominoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure that aims to reshape and tone the abdominal region by removing excess skin and fat from the abdomen and repositioning the muscles of the abdominal wall.

Pregnancy and sharp weight fluctuations can alter the appearance of the belly, giving it a rounder, flabbier look, with stretch marks, folds and loss of elasticity. The straight muscles of the abdominal wall can also become loose - known as abdominal diastasis.

These are problems that many women suffer from after becoming mothers or, for example, losing a lot of weight quickly, which is why abdominoplasty is currently one of the most commonly performed surgeries worldwide.

With remarkable results, this procedure has the ability to completely change the appearance of the abdomen, making its contours slimmer and more harmonious.

Abdominoplasty doesn't just improve your physical image by eliminating excess skin and abdominal flab. It also provides a significant improvement in the patient's self-esteem and confidence. In fact, this plastic surgery has produced very positive results, with great repercussions on women's quality of life and well-being.

That's why in this article we explore the benefits and transformations seen in the before and after of a tummy tuck and show images of several patients who have undergone this procedure at our clinic.

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Before abdominoplasty: the main aesthetic and physical challenges

Excess skin and fat: many patients consider having this procedure because of the accumulation of folds and excess skin in the abdominal region. As already mentioned, this can happen after one or more pregnancies, due to substantial weight loss or fluctuations, or as a result of body ageing.
Sagging muscles: sagging muscles are caused by weakness in the abdominal muscles, which is especially common after pregnancy. This flabbiness can contribute to a less firm abdominal contour and can lead to the so-called "apron belly" or the appearance of a bulging abdomen.
Dissatisfaction with the appearance of the abdomen: low self-esteem and self-confidence.

During abdominoplasty: the surgical procedure

Removal of excess tissue: the plastic surgeon removes excess skin in the area to be treated, which can be either the upper or lower abdomen - above and below the navel - restoring its natural contour and appearance..
Muscle repair: the procedure often includes correcting the separation and repositioning of the rectus abdominis muscles, with the aim of strengthening and toning the abdominal wall.

After Abdominoplasty: main transformations

Flatter and firmer abdomen: The result of an abdominoplasty includes a flatter, firmer belly with more defined contours.
Better body contour: This aesthetic procedure provides a slimmer silhouette and appearance and more harmonious and defined body contours. The amount of skin to be removed depends on the body structure prior to surgery, but the more skin removed, the more measurements will be removed.
Scars: as is natural, it is not possible to have plastic surgery without scars. However, plastic surgeons try to position them strategically to minimise their visibility. In this case, the scars are usually located around the navel and on the lower belly, below the underwear line. The size of the scar will depend on the amount of skin removed.
Improved self-esteem and well-being: Feedback from patients who have had an abdominoplasty reports a significant improvement in self-esteem and confidence, which is fundamental to their emotional well-being. A positive impact on quality of life and social and intimate relationships is also reported.
Health: The benefits of abdominoplasty go far beyond aesthetic issues, as weakened abdominal muscles often cause pain and discomfort in the lower back and posture problems.Therefore, the results are directly related to the patients' well-being, allowing them to carry out activities they couldn't do before, which can be the first step towards a healthier lifestyle.

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Recovery and post-operative care

Personalised recovery: The outcome of an abdominoplasty is influenced by a number of factors, not least the care taken in the post-operative period. Patients must strictly follow the plastic surgeon's instructions to ensure a successful recovery and optimise the results of the surgery.
Scar treatment: The application of creams and other recommended care are essential to minimise the visibility of scars and promote proper healing.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle: the main precautions to be taken to maintain the results achieved with abdominoplasty include weight maintenance, physical exercise, and a healthy, balanced diet, since if you put on weight or lose a considerable amount of weight, flaccidity can return.

Transformations that go beyond physical appearance

This surgical technique not only achieves an aesthetic transformation. It has a profound impact on patients' emotional and physical quality of life, with impressive results and a holistic approach to health.

Personalised results, realistic expectations

When considering abdominoplasty, it's essential to seek out an experienced plastic surgeon, discuss realistic expectations and commit to following post-operative care to achieve the best possible results.

Just as each patient is presented with a personalised treatment plan, the results will also differ from person to person. This is because each body is unique - a patient who previously presented, for example, greater adiposity, flaccidity, and more striated skin, will not have the same results as someone thinner.

Discover our before and after gallery with photos of various abdominoplasties and see different cases of patients who have had this procedure at LMR. This way you can get a first idea of the result you can achieve, considering your current situation.

See Before and After Cases

LMR, a plastic surgery clinic in Lisbon, Portugal, is equipped with the latest technology and has an experienced, competent, friendly and always available team. If you're interested in having a tummy tuck and would like to find out prices, request further information or book your assessment appointment, please fill in this form. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Important note:

In case this article presents before and after photos please consider them merely demonstrative and may not serve as a reference for your particular case. These images are only to show possible results for one or several surgical procedures. The images we use are of patients who have consented to their use. Any images do not represent a guarantee of results.

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Abdominoplasty: see the before and after of this plastic surgery

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Dr. Luísa Magalhães Ramos / Plastic Surgery

PORTUGUESE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, Nr. 42810

Graduated by the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, she specialized in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, at Hospital de São José, in Lisbon.

Throughout her training, she subspecialized in aesthetic plastic surgery, having worked in world-renowned clinics.

Currently, she is mainly dedicated to face and breast aesthetic plastic surgery and to intimate female surgery.