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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Dubai

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is surgery that removes loose skin and fat from the lower tummy and repairs separated stomach muscles, for a flatter, firmer abdomen. It is often chosen after pregnancy or major weight loss, and it can be combined with breast surgery as a mommy makeover. At 7 Dimensions Medical Center (7DMC), tummy tucks are performed by our plastic surgeon, and every plan starts with a free consultation at our Jumeirah (Umm Suqeim 3) and Al Barsha (Arjan) branches.

Surgery time
About 2 to 4 hours
Anaesthesia
General
Back to desk work
About 2 to 3 weeks
Heavy lifting
After about 6 weeks
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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Dubai at 7DMC

What is a tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck removes the excess skin and fat that diet and exercise cannot shift, especially the overhang of skin below the belly button. During pregnancy, the two long stomach muscles can also stretch apart (diastasis recti), leaving a rounded tummy that does not flatten. In a tummy tuck, Dr. Nycole repairs those muscles, removes loose skin, and tightens what remains. The scar sits low, usually below the bikini line, and the belly button is repositioned to sit in a natural place.

Types of tummy tuck

TypeWhat it treatsScar
Mini tummy tuckLoose skin below the belly button only, no muscle separation above itShorter, low scar
Full tummy tuckLoose skin above and below the belly button, with muscle repairHip to hip, low, plus around the belly button
Extended tummy tuckLoose skin that wraps around to the flanks, often after major weight lossLonger, extends around the sides
Lipo-abdominoplastyA tummy tuck combined with liposuction of the waist and flanks for a smoother shapeAs for the type chosen

Mommy makeover

A mommy makeover combines a tummy tuck with breast surgery, such as a breast lift or breast augmentation, and often liposuction, to restore the body after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Doing them together means one recovery instead of two, but a longer operation. Your surgeon will advise whether combining is safe and sensible for you.

Who is a tummy tuck for?

A tummy tuck may suit you if you:

  • Have loose, overhanging skin on the lower tummy after pregnancy or weight loss
  • Have separated stomach muscles that make your tummy look rounded
  • Are at or near a stable weight
  • Have finished having children, or are not planning a pregnancy soon
  • Are in good general health and do not smoke (or can stop for several weeks around surgery)

It may not be right for you if you:

  • Plan to lose a lot more weight or to become pregnant
  • Mostly have fat with good skin tone (liposuction may be enough)
  • Have mild loose skin only (a minimally invasive option such as Endolift for the tummy may help)
  • Have a medical condition that makes surgery unsafe

Your journey, step by step

  1. Free consultation with our plastic surgeon. Your surgeon examines your tummy, checks for muscle separation and skin quality, explains which type of tummy tuck suits you and whether to add liposuction or breast surgery. You leave with a written plan and price.
  2. Pre-surgery checks. Blood tests and an anaesthetic assessment. You will be asked to stop smoking for several weeks, as smoking slows wound healing.
  3. Surgery day. The operation takes about 2 to 4 hours under general anaesthesia.
  4. The first week. You walk slightly bent at first, wear a compression garment, and may have small drains for a few days. Pain relief is prescribed, and you see your surgeon for a check-up.
  5. Recovery and follow-up. You build up activity gradually, with regular check-ups over the following months.
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What patients say

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From the first consultation to my final post-op check-in, Dr. Nicole and the entire team were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly compassionate. I had a tummy tuck after significant weight loss, and the results exceeded my expectations. Every step was clearly explained, my questions were always answered promptly, and the staff made me feel like I was their top priority. The recovery process was smoother than I imagined, thanks to their attentive post-op care. I couldn’t be happier!
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Excellent professional and amazing person. Thank you Dr. Nicole.
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I honestly cannot recommend Dr. Nicole enough! She is an absolute perfectionist who goes above and beyond to ensure everything is perfect. … She is so caring, patient and reassuring, and always makes herself available whenever I have a question or need her. My entire experience has exceeded my expectations, and I genuinely couldn’t be happier with my results.
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Results and recovery

Your tummy looks flatter straight after surgery, but swelling takes several weeks to settle, and the final shape usually shows at 3 to 6 months. The scar is red at first and fades gradually over 12 to 18 months. Results are long-lasting when your weight stays stable; a future pregnancy can stretch the muscles and skin again. Results vary from person to person.

Typical recovery:

  • First week: tightness and soreness, walking slightly bent, drains if used.
  • 2 to 3 weeks: most people return to desk work.
  • 6 weeks: compression garment as advised; return to exercise and lifting, if your surgeon agrees.
  • 3 to 6 months: final shape.

Risks and complications

A tummy tuck is major surgery with a longer recovery than many cosmetic procedures. Your surgeon explains every risk at your consultation. They include:

  • Anaesthesia and general surgical risks: bleeding, infection, reactions to anaesthesia
  • Blood clots in the legs or lungs, which is why early walking and preventive measures matter
  • Fluid collection (seroma) under the skin, which may need draining
  • Slow wound healing, particularly in smokers, sometimes needing further care
  • Numbness of the lower tummy skin, which can last months or longer
  • Scarring: a long scar that is usually hidden by underwear but can heal wider or raised
  • Asymmetry or contour irregularities, sometimes needing a touch-up
  • Skin or fat tissue death (necrosis), mainly in smokers
  • A higher risk of blood clots when procedures are combined, as in a mommy makeover
  • Belly button problems, such as an unnatural look or poor healing

Why choose 7DMC for a tummy tuck in Dubai

  • A body plan, not a single operation. Your surgeon looks at your tummy, waist and breasts together and tells you what is worth combining, and what is not.
  • A female plastic surgeon who understands the changes after pregnancy, which many mothers find easier to discuss.
  • Body contouring is her specialty, trained in plastic surgery in Colombia.
  • Honest alternatives. If liposuction or Endolift would be enough, you will be told.
  • A written plan and price after a free consultation.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a tummy tuck cost in Dubai?

The cost of a tummy tuck in Dubai usually ranges from AED 25,000 to AED 50,000, depending on mini, full or extended tummy tuck, combining with liposuction or breast surgery and the clinic. Typical ranges: Mini tummy tuck, AED 15,000 to AED 30,000; Full tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), AED 25,000 to AED 50,000; Mommy makeover, AED 45,000 to AED 90,000. These are typical market prices across Dubai clinics, not a 7DMC price list. At 7DMC, your surgeon confirms your exact price in writing at your consultation, before any treatment.

What is a tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is surgery that removes loose skin and fat from the lower abdomen and repairs stretched or separated stomach muscles for a flatter, firmer tummy.

What is the difference between a tummy tuck and liposuction?

Liposuction removes fat but does not remove skin or repair muscles. A tummy tuck removes excess skin, tightens the muscles and can include liposuction. Many patients have both together.

What is a mommy makeover?

A mommy makeover combines a tummy tuck with breast surgery, such as a lift or augmentation, and often liposuction, to restore the body after pregnancy in one operation.

How much does a mommy makeover cost in Dubai?

In Dubai, a mommy makeover usually costs AED 45,000 to AED 90,000, depending on which procedures are combined and the hospital stay. At 7DMC your surgeon confirms your exact price in writing at your consultation.

What is tummy tuck recovery like?

Expect to walk slightly bent and feel tight for the first week. Most people return to desk work in 2 to 3 weeks and to exercise and lifting after about 6 weeks, when their surgeon agrees.

Can I have a tummy tuck after a C-section?

Yes, many women do. The tummy tuck scar can often be placed along or near the C-section scar. Your surgeon will advise at your consultation.

How long should I wait after pregnancy?

Most surgeons recommend waiting at least 6 to 12 months after giving birth and until you have finished breastfeeding and reached a stable weight.

Is the consultation free?

Yes. Your first consultation with our plastic surgeon is free, and you leave with a written plan and price.

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