Surgical tummy tuck at PANTEA® in Munich
Dissatisfaction with the appearance of the abdomen can have many causes: the natural ageing process, one or more pregnancies, or even severe weight loss can be the cause of sagging of the abdominal wall. For many people, a tummy tuck is an option, especially if there is an unpleasant sagging of the skin and fatty tissue combined with a genetic tendency to sagging connective tissue. It can also lead to the abdominal muscles becoming loose, a so-called "rectus diastasis", and even to an umbilical hernia.
The "too much" skin bothers many sufferers, as it can hardly be influenced by dietary changes and exercise. In tight clothing, in the swimming pool, in the sauna or simply in your own body perception, this can become a disturbing problem.
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) removes excess skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue to restore an attractive contour and waistline.
Your tummy tuck in good hands with PANTEA®
Our renowned private practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery offers you not only holistic lipoedema treatment but also all available treatment options in the field of breast surgery and skin-tightening and body-shaping surgery at the highest quality level.
We take care of your well-being with our holistic approach, from the initial consultation to aftercare following an operation.
Our aim is for you to feel completely comfortable in your body again and experience a better quality of life, attractiveness and health.
For a satisfactory aesthetic result, we are at your side as your trusted companion not only before and during the treatment, but also afterwards.
Your experts for tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) at PANTEA®
At PANTEA® you can expect a whole team of highly qualified specialists who have been intensively involved in treatments in the field of plastic aesthetic surgery for many years.
Every year, we successfully perform more than 700 operations to the satisfaction of our patients .
Dr. med. Maria Wetzel
Dr. med. Bettina Geßner
Our interdisciplinary approach combines the comprehensive knowledge of plastic aesthetic surgery with aesthetic medicine and gynecology.
Thanks to this unique complementary expertise and our holistic approach to treatment, we always achieve the best possible treatment outcome for our patients.
The focus is on you
As specialists in plastic and aesthetic surgery and medical experts, we know all your worries and fears.
Every patient's wishes are different and so is every patient. We look after you holistically and empathetically and take plenty of time for your treatment.
Arrange a consultation with us now:
+49 (0) 89 - 38 38 08 66
Introducing your plastic & aesthetic surgery experts from PANTEA® in Munich
Let us improve your beauty and health
Arrange a consultation with us now:
+49 (0) 89 - 38 38 08 66
Why can a tummy tuck improve your quality of life?
Many women, but also more and more men, attach great importance to a harmonious body image.
There can be many reasons for dissatisfaction with the appearance of the abdomen: the natural ageing process, one or more pregnancies or even significant weight loss. A genetic tendency to sagging connective tissue can also play a role. The excess skin is disturbing, and sport and diet often do not help.
A surgical tummy tuck is then the method of choice to help the patient regain a smooth and youthful abdomen for a greater sense of well-being and self-confidence. During a tummy tuck, a transverse scar is created in the lower abdominal area, which can be completely concealed in the briefs. The extent of the skin and tissue tightening to be performed varies greatly from person to person, and a precise plan can only be drawn up on an individual basis.
We will be happy to advise you on this during our consultation hours at the PANTEA® practice in Munich.
Following a surgical tummy tuck, a non-invasive medical laser skin tightening procedure can be performed if required.
Treatment procedure for a tummy tuck at PANTEA® in Munich
Medical treatment comprises several steps: from diagnosis through to completion of treatment.
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The first step at PANTEA® is a detailed consultation. Our doctors will take time for you, answer your questions and carry out a photo documentation, ultrasound and physical examination.
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Depending on the findings, we will work with you to determine an individual treatment plan and discuss all the options for optimally implementing your desired treatment.
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Together with our patients, we decide on the most suitable surgical method for a tummy tuck during the consultation.
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The day before the operation you should drink enough fluids and get enough sleep so that you can have the operation in a healthy and rested state.
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On the day of the tummy tuck operation, you should arrive at the clinic on an empty stomach, i.e. you should not eat anything for at least 6 hours before the operation and not drink anything for at least 2 hours before the operation.
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After the operation, our patients receive a "post-op kit". This contains useful aids, as well as hints and tips for optimal behavior during the healing phase and afterwards, as well as high-quality nutritional supplements and nutriceuticals to support the healing phase and the sustainable transition to a healthy and balanced diet.
Of course, we are always available to answer our patients' questions after the operation.
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We recommend that you take approx. 1 to 2 weeks off after the operation. Aftercare includes wearing compression garments or the abdominal belt day and night for approx. 6 weeks. After 6 to 8 weeks, you may resume light sports activities.
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Follow-up appointments are made after the operation in consultation with the surgeon, depending on the healing process. In addition, follow-up appointments can of course be arranged at any time in the event of uncertainties or questions after the operation.
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We take a holistic approach at PANTEA® and are therefore not only there for you before and during the operation, but are of course also at your side after the tummy tuck.
Would you like to exchange ideas in person?
The PANTEA® team of doctors will be happy to answer any questions you may have during a personal consultation.
Make an appointment for an initial consultation:
+49 (0) 89 - 38 38 08 66
Before the tummy tuck
After the tummy tuck
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Questions about surgical abdominoplasty
A tummy tuck can generally be performed on adults of any age. However, a stable desired weight should have been achieved beforehand.
Surgical procedures that have already been performed in the abdominal region may be contraindications. We will discuss all the options in a personal consultation.
For most patients, we perform a tummy tuck under general anesthesia. The patient usually stays 2-3 nights as an inpatient at our private partner clinic.
Depending on the degree of excess skin, various methods of abdominoplasty can be used:
- In the case of moderate excess skin on the lower abdomen, the surgeon can perform a "mini abdominoplasty", whereby only the affected small region is tightened.
- If there is a large amount of excess skin, a tightening of the entire abdominal region is performed, the classic "abdominoplasty".
- In addition, a tummy tuck can also be combined with liposuction if required and after consultation.
Patients who suffer from a so-called rectus diastasis, i.e. the divergence of the straight abdominal muscles, can have this corrected during the tummy tuck operation.
The team of doctors at the PANTEA® Private Practice for Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery will be happy to advise you in a detailed consultation on which option is suitable for your individual situation.
Our patients are closely monitored in our consultation hours after the procedure. A suture pull is not necessary as we work with self-dissolving sutures.
We recommend that you take at least 1-2 weeks off after the procedure to recover. Depending on your professional activity, you may need more time to recover.
In addition, compression garments/an abdominal belt should be worn day and night for at least six weeks after a tummy tuck. You should also refrain from sport for approx. 6 to 8 weeks.
Abdominoplasty results in a longer scar in the lower abdominal area. However, this can easily be hidden in the underwear. A classic tummy tuck also leaves a scar around the navel.
By using the most modern techniques, our ultimate goal is to keep scarring as small and invisible as possible.
All PANTEA® specialists follow our standardized holistic treatment approach and have learned it in a large number of joint operations. This ensures that the treatment results of all our PANTEA specialists always meet our highest possible quality standards.
In our private practice for plastic and aesthetic surgery in Munich, we not only accompany our patients before and during treatment, but also support them after treatment in their life 2.0 as a trusted companion.