What is Tummy Tuck?
Abdominoplasty or “tummy tuck” is a cosmetic surgery used to make the abdomen thinner and more firm.
The surgery involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen in order to tighten the muscle and fascia of the abdominal wall.
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Tummy Tucker type of procedure in South Africa
Full Tummy Tuck in South Africa – Full Tummy Tuck is designed to improve both the upper and lower abdomen and those who have loose and excessive skin around the midsection may perform a Full Tummy Tuck.
Mini Tummy Tuck in South Africa – In Mini Tummy Tuck only the lower abdomen is targeted – the area below the belly button.
Extended Tummy Tuck in South Africa – Extended Tummy Tuck is best for the patient who has lost weight and wants a contour and firm body. It involves the components of a Full Tummy Tuck.
Fleur-De-Lis Tummy Tuck in South Africa is named after the incision’s shape. Tummy Tuck is for patients who have excess skin in the midline portion of the abdomen.
Drainless Tummy Tuck in South Africa – Drains are used to remove the collection of fluid that builds up between the skin and muscle following a Tummy Tuck procedure.
Tummy Tuck with Liposuction in South Africa – Tummy Tuck is intended to excise excess skin, not to remove a patient’s fat. Liposuction is a procedure that contours the body by sucking out pockets of fats.
Patients that want to remove body fat simultaneously by eliminating loose skin and repairing muscle tissue combining Liposuction with a Tummy Tuck procedure is typical and can be beneficial.
Non-Surgical Tummy Tuck in South Africa – Many patients are concerned with the invasion. A non-surgical Tummy Tuck will not give you the desired result.
Recovery time for Tummy Tuck in South Africa
The recovery time for a mini tummy tuck is lesser than other procedures. It usually takes 6 weeks to completely heal and for visible results 8-10 weeks. Surgeons in South Africa will ask you to wear an abdominal binder for about six weeks so that there is no fluid buildup and helps to support your abdomen.
Some precautionary steps should to followed like
Avoid doing strenuous activity for at least six weeks.
Avoid smoking and consuming alcohol.
Avoid heavy lifting.
Why Tummy Tuck in South Africa?
Tummy Tuck patients visit South Africa because of highly talented and experienced surgeons are available in Cape Town, South Africa.
- The treatment of Tummy Tucks is affordable compared to other countries.
- Provide better medical facilities.
- Mode of transportation is very easy in South Africa
- Mode of payment is easier, all types of payments are acceptable which include Cash, online payment, Credit Card, Debit Card, Insurance, etc.
- High success rate
- The people of South Africa are friendly and helpful in nature.
- Easy communication with medical care faculties.
- Fast forward to services like booking appointments, Consulting doctors, post and pre-operative care, etc.
- Proper post-operative care is available.
- A free consultation is also available after surgery.
Cost of Tummy Tuck in South Africa
| Tummy Tuck in South Africa | Average Cost (US Dollar) | Average Cost in Rand (ZAR) |
| Abdominoplasty | $2,600 | R 39,000 |
| Standard Tummy Tuck | $2,800 | R 42,000 |
| Extended Tummy Tuck | $3,200 | R 48,000 |
| Panniculectomy | $2,700 | R 40,500 |
| Reverse Tummy Tuck | $3,100 | R 46,500 |
| Mini Tummy Tuck | $2,200 | R 33,000 |
How much does lipo and tummy tuck cost in South Africa?
R 45 000.00 – R 80 000.00 per area – This price would include the hospital, anesthetist and the surgeon fee, excluding VAT. Dr Vaneshri Chetty-B, our highly skilled plastic surgeon, can develop a liposuction treatment plan tailored to make your desired body contours a reality.
Which medical aid covers tummy tuck in South Africa?
To summarize in general medical aid companies in South Africa do not cover plastic surgery procedures. However if your doctor can help you with a case to prove that a certain surgical procedure is necessary then your medical aid can cover it. If the plastic surgery is only for cosmetic reasons you won’t get the cover.