How much will a tummy tuck cost in 2023?

What is the price of an abdominoplasty in 2023?

The price of an Abdominoplasty is a frequently asked question.

Dissatisfaction with the appearance of the abdomen and the desire to have a firmer, toned, and flatter belly is the wish of many women and the main reason why they consider having an abdominoplasty.

Pregnancy or sharp weight fluctuations are the main factors that alter the appearance of the abdomen.

Abdominoplasty can be a fundamental step towards increasing patients' self-esteem and quality of life.

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What does a tummy tuck consist of?

With pregnancy or heavy weight loss, the straight muscles of the abdominal wall tend to pull away, giving the abdomen a rounder look. In these situations, the skin also loses elasticity, sometimes gets stretch marks, becomes flabbier, and forms folds. Abdominoplasty makes it possible to improve all these unwanted features.

Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen and reposition the muscles of the abdominal wall.

When necessary, abdominoplasty can be combined with liposuction, a procedure known as lipoabdominoplasty. Liposuction removes abdominal fat using suction.

For patients with moderate sagging, a mini-abdominoplasty can be performed. This repositions the rectus abdominis and removes excess skin in the lower abdomen, i.e. below the navel.

How much does a tummy tuck cost?

Like all plastic surgeries, every tummy tuck is unique, as every patient's body and desired results are also unique.

The cost of a tummy tuck goes hand in hand with the complexity of the procedure. Therefore, the total price of a mini tummy tuck will always be lower than that of a liposuction, for example.

Although it's not possible to define the exact price of a tummy tuck beforehand, it's important to have an idea of the amounts involved so that the patient can plan accordingly.

The final price of an abdominoplasty

The final price of an abdominoplasty includes hospitalization, preoperative examinations, anesthesia, drainage sessions, and the payment of fees to the medical team.

This value is also influenced by the experience and reputation of the clinic, nurses, and plastic surgeons. Patients interested in having a tummy tuck should choose a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon who can guarantee a safe and effective procedure.

In addition to the cost of the procedure, it's important to consider any extra expenses that may be necessary to have all the appropriate care before and after the surgery, namely post-operative medication.

Buying a quality surgical girdle is an essential accessory for a proper recovery from an abdominoplasty. You may also need more lymphatic drainage sessions, for example.

For all these reasons, a tummy tuck in Portugal should cost between €5,000 and €6,000. Once again, don't forget that this cost can increase or decrease depending on the specifics of each case.

If you find prices well below the average, it's probably because essential elements for the quality and safety of plastic surgery have been excluded.

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Your safety above all!

There are many reasons why someone chooses to have plastic surgery, in this case, an abdominoplasty. Aesthetic dissatisfaction and health problems are at the top of the list.

A tummy tuck can make all the difference in changing the appearance of the body, positively influencing self-esteem, well-being, and personal satisfaction, but it can also eliminate body fat that is harmful to health.

As much as this is a much-desired procedure, don't put your health in the hands of just any clinic because it has a lower price. And if you do come across a clinic with promotional prices, beware - these are forbidden.

When you're thinking of investing in plastic surgery, make sure you weigh up all the options and remember: the safety of the procedure must always come first.

If you know a family member or friend who has already had a tummy tuck, ask them for advice. Ask for referrals and learn about their experience so you can make a safer choice.

Step by step

An abdominoplasty requires a thorough medical assessment to identify the problems to be treated and the most appropriate intervention.

The first step is to book a consultation, during which the patient's abdomen, state of health, and lifestyle will be assessed, and a simulation of the results will be made. From here, a completely personalized plan will be designed.

After the medical consultation, you will be given an exact quote for the abdominoplasty.

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Abdominoplasty: practical informations

An abdominoplasty takes around 2.5 hours on average and is performed using an epidural with sedation.
The patient should be hospitalized for 24 to 48 hours and will take around two to three weeks to return to work.
During the four to six weeks, the patient should refrain from heavy physical activity and should wear a compression garment.

LMR, our plastic surgery clinic, is equipped with the latest technology and has an experienced, competent, friendly, and helpful team. If you are interested in having a tummy tuck and would like to find out prices, request further information, or schedule your consultation, please fill in this form. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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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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How much will a tummy tuck cost in 2023?

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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.