The abdomen is a fundamental part of your body’s aesthetic, and it often bears the effects of aging, weight gain, and other factors such as pregnancy in women. This is why abdominal reconstruction techniques have gained considerable popularity in recent years. Abdominoplasty in Madrid, or abdominal dermolipectomy, is a surgical procedure that allows us to restore a sleek and healthy contour to your abdomen.
At Sculpture Clinic, we specialize in body plastic surgery procedures, always supported by our best team of professionals. We will conduct a detailed assessment of your abdomen as well as your medical history to recommend the procedure that best suits your needs.
What does abdominoplasty involve?
With this procedure, we can also eliminate scars from previous surgical procedures, as well as stretch marks. We eliminate the bulging abdominal appearance, allowing you to enjoy a more sculpted and visually attractive waistline.
Due to various circumstances such as excessive weight loss in a short time, aging, and other factors like pregnancy, it is normal for our abdominal region to lose firmness and suffer from aesthetic and health issues such as excess fatty tissue or loose skin.
These problems can be corrected quickly and effectively with an abdominoplasty or abdominal surgery. It is a surgical process that eliminates excess skin and fat from this area.
For an abdominoplasty, we must evaluate different factors, such as skin quality and quantity and where the excess fat is located. All of this is done through a pre-operative assessment at the clinic in which we will evaluate both the needs and expectations of the procedure.
What is the abdominoplasty process in Madrid like?
For this procedure we apply general anesthesia, which will ensure you are completely unaware throughout the entire process. Once anesthetized, we proceed to make an incision designed to be as inconspicuous as possible.
The goal of this process is to improve the shape of the abdomen, eliminating other imperfections such as stretch marks and excess skin. We reshape the abdominal muscles and remove excess abdominal fat.
We typically combine abdominoplasty with liposuction technique. This allows us to remove fatty tissue from adjacent areas, such as the flanks of the torso. This not only improves the appearance of your abdomen but also gives you a better overall silhouette.
Once the procedure is complete, relative rest for approximately 10 days is recommended. This is the approximate time needed before you can resume your daily routine and tasks.
It is also essential to wear a compression garment in the abdominal area continuously during the entire first month. This will allow you to substantially reduce the discomfort that occurs as a result of the procedure.
After one month has passed, you can gradually resume physical exercise, always taking special care of the abdominal area. The area will remain somewhat swollen for 3 to 4 months. After this time, you will see the final results of your abdominoplasty.
Who is abdominoplasty recommended for?
Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that is recommended for all adults who present excess skin and fat, as well as laxity in their abdominal area.
With an abdominoplasty, we can eliminate all that excess fat that is more difficult to address with diet and exercise. It is equally recommended for both men and women.
Whenever we lose a considerable amount of weight in a short time, it is normal for the skin to appear slack, as it has stretched significantly due to excess weight and subsequently struggles to regain its previous form.
The same occurs in the case of pregnant women. The skin stretches and, especially in older patients, it rarely returns to what it was before.
In general, good overall health is required to undergo an abdominoplasty. If we suffer from bleeding disorders, we are not suitable candidates for this procedure. If we are habitual smokers, we may experience problems in the healing process.
Frequently asked questions about abdominoplasty
Am I an ideal candidate for abdominoplasty?
Abdominoplasty is a procedure for both men and women who have excess skin and fat in the abdominal area. Whether due to significant weight loss in a short period or pregnancy in the case of women.
This procedure is chosen when the skin is severely stretched and cannot recover its shape through diet and exercise alone.
The patient must be over 18 years old, in good general health, and have good skin quality.
How long does the abdominoplasty procedure take?
Abdominal surgery lasts between two and six hours and is performed under general anesthesia. The duration depends on the type of abdominoplasty to be performed and the amount of skin and fat to be removed. Additionally, it may be extended if performed with other procedures such as liposuction.
When can I resume my normal activities after abdominoplasty?
After undergoing this procedure, the patient remains hospitalized for one to three days. Then they must comply with rest at home. After ten days, they can begin to resume their normal activities, provided they do not require significant physical effort.
Taking short walks around the house will favor recovery time. However, each case is different and it will be the surgeon who specifies how many days you should rest.
Complete recovery after abdominoplasty takes two months. After that time, intense activities can be performed.
How long will it take to see the final results of my abdominoplasty?
The final results of abdominoplasty begin to appear after six months; although the scar healing process continues for up to a year.
In the first week, a change in volume can be appreciated; however, swelling prevents seeing the result clearly.
By the first month, most of the swelling will have disappeared, but you will still need to wait some time to appreciate the final volume.
Is it possible that I may need revision surgery after abdominoplasty?
Although it is possible to perform revision surgery after abdominoplasty, it is not the most common. This is done when the patient is not satisfied with the results. For example, with the position of the belly button, if irregularities remain in the contour, or if there is still excess skin.
Choosing a surgeon specialized in abdominoplasty is key to avoiding these problems that could take the patient back to the operating room.
How can I prepare for my initial consultation with the abdominoplasty surgeon?
Before your first consultation, define your expectations regarding the surgery. This information is important for determining how the procedure will be performed. You should also prepare all information about your lifestyle, diet, exercise, smoking or alcohol consumption, whether you suffer from any illness, if you have allergies, and what medications you take.
The surgeon will ask questions about these matters and you should be honest because this influences the possibility of performing the operation and the results.
Also prepare all the questions you have about the procedure so you can clarify all your doubts.
What should I ask my surgeon during the initial consultation about abdominoplasty?
Some questions you should ask your surgeon are:
- What is the best procedure for my case?
- How many years of experience do you have in abdominoplasty?
- Where will the intervention be performed?
- How will the procedure be done?
- Do you have photos of previous cases you can show me?
- Am I a good candidate for abdominoplasty?
- What protocol is applied in case of complications?
Is abdominoplasty the same in men and women?
The fundamental difference in an abdominoplasty is the type of condition we need to correct. This will depend on whether we are treating abdominal sequelae produced by pregnancy or sequelae produced by excess weight or obesity.
In the case of patients with pregnancy-related sequelae, localized excess skin occurs in the center of the abdomen. Fat tissue accumulates in the same way in the flanks and supraumbilical area.
When we talk about patients who have suffered obesity-related sequelae, excess skin usually occurs in the central area, but also on the periphery of the abdomen. The rectus abdominis muscle is not usually diastasated and the amount of excess fat is variable.
What is the postoperative period like?
The postoperative care that we must follow after an abdominoplasty is similar in both cases, but the surgical technique is modified.
If the patient has pregnancy-related sequelae, a suprapubic scar will be made in the abdominal area. In addition, liposuction of the flanks and plication of the abdominal muscles are recommended.
The suprapubic scar of abdominoplasties that correct sequelae from morbid obesity is longer. This allows us to remove excess skin with greater precision.
What are the results like?
The results of an abdominoplasty with liposuction are usually satisfactory for the vast majority of patients. We can effectively and naturally correct all sequelae produced by pregnancy or previous morbid or excessive obesity.
We eliminate excess skin, rectus diastasis, and reduce the amount of accumulated fat. You will only have a scar that will be located in a less visible area.
At Sculpture Clinic we are committed to conducting a detailed study of your case to ensure that you achieve optimal results in your abdominoplasty in Madrid.
What is the cost of abdominoplasty surgery in Madrid?
The cost of a straightforward abdominoplasty starts from €5,300. When combined with high-definition liposculpture, the price can be around €10,000. Pricing varies depending on each patient’s individual needs.
Who is the best abdominoplasty surgeon in Madrid?
The best abdominoplasty surgeon in Madrid is Dr. Miguel Fernández Calderón. He has extensive experience in this procedure, with hundreds of successful interventions to his name.
His deep expertise in abdominoplasty will ensure you achieve the results you need. His surgical team, specialized in body contouring, will provide you with the highest level of care.
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