Abdominoplasty Perth

Abdominoplasty

Check if you are a candidate for bariatric surgery. Queries will be answered by Dr Jon Armstrong.
Abdominoplasty helps patients who are troubled by marked loose skin in the lower abdomen.

Abdominoplasty Perth

Abdominoplasty explained

Abdominoplasty is a procedure where a sizeable portion of skin and the underlying fat layer from the lower abdomen is removed and sutured back together. Usually the umbilicus (tummy button) needs to be repositioned as well.

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Weight Loss and Abdominoplasty

About 10% of patients who undergo sleeve gastrectomy or other bariatric procedures will ultimately require some form of skin fold surgery for excess skin. Some people struggle with the psychological impact of the excess skin. Others find the excess skin causes difficulties with exercise or hygiene. Some people can develop irritation or rash under the extra folds of skin.

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Before the Procedure

The abdominoplasty can be an effective procedure at least 12 to 18 months after weight loss surgery. The surgery should be done near the time that the weight loss levels off to avoid having more excess skin months after the procedure. It is essential to stop smoking months before this procedure to allow good wound healing.

The doctor will help evaluate the chances that the skin is elastic enough to recede to a smaller size. Younger people tend to have more elastic skin and many may not need surgery. If a hernia develops during weight loss, the doctor may recommend the abdominoplasty in combination with the hernia repair surgery.

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After the Procedure

It is a procedure that requires usually 2-3 nights in hospital and a few weeks of recovery post operatively. Patients would go home with drains in place for 1 to 2 weeks and would be seen fairly regularly in the clinic as an outpatient. Some complications can occur and would include wound infections, collections of fluid beneath the scar, and the small possibility of losing the skin in the tummy button region.

Start towards the new you. Enquire or make an appointment at Advance Surgical: (08) 9386 2634.

*Guidelines for registered medical practitioners who perform cosmetic surgery.

At Advance Surgical, Mr Jon Armstrong and the team help people who want to lose weight through bariatric surgery, suffer from an endocrine disorder or need general surgery.

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Established in 2005

When we established Advance Surgical our motivation was to help those who find that diet and exercise are simply not working for them.
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The cost of bariatric surgery

We understand the cost of bariatric surgery may be an issue. We have changed our pricing to be more affordable. Payment plans available.
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Team of specialists

Mr Jon Armstrong, Medical Director and Founder alongside the team at Advance Surgical, have helped thousands of people in Perth.