Body
Full abdominoplasty
A complete tummy procedure that removes excess skin, refines the contour, and repairs separated muscles.
Quick Facts
- Procedure time: Usually about 2 hours
- Anesthesia: General anesthesia
- Clinic stay: Short stay, often 1 night
- Recovery: Around 2–3 weeks before returning to desk work
- Exercise: Strenuous activity from about 6–8 weeks
- Final result: Settles over 6–12 months
- Minimum age: From 18 years
What it is
Full abdominoplasty removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, tightens separated abdominal muscles (rectus diastasis) where present, and redrapes the remaining skin for a flatter, firmer contour. The navel is repositioned through a new opening.
It is often chosen after pregnancy or significant weight change, where skin and muscle laxity cannot be corrected by exercise. It is a major procedure with a longer recovery and a permanent hip-to-hip scar placed low on the abdomen.
What it can improve
- Loose, excess abdominal skin
- Separated abdominal muscles after pregnancy or weight change
- Overall abdominal contour and firmness
- Some stretch marks on skin that is removed
It is not a weight-loss procedure, does not prevent future weight change or pregnancy from altering the result, and does not treat areas outside the abdomen.
Before the procedure
You will receive individualized preparation guidance, including measures to reduce the risk of blood clots. Weight stability and, where relevant, completed family planning are discussed, since later pregnancy can undo the muscle repair.
During the procedure
Excess skin and fat are removed through a low, horizontal incision, the abdominal muscles are tightened with internal sutures where separated, the navel is repositioned, and the skin is redraped for a smoother, firmer contour.
After the procedure
Swelling, tightness, and a pulling sensation are expected. A compression garment is worn, walking slightly bent forward is common in the first days, and measures to prevent blood clots are followed. Activity is increased gradually under guidance.
Results: what it can and cannot achieve
A flatter, firmer abdomen with a repaired muscle wall is achievable, with a low scar that fades over time. It cannot prevent change from future weight gain or pregnancy, cannot remove all risk of altered sensation, and the scar is permanent.
Possible risks and complications
Abdominoplasty is a major procedure and all surgery carries risks. Possible risks include:
- Bleeding or hematoma
- Infection
- Fluid collection (seroma)
- Delayed wound healing, more common where the incision meets the midline
- Areas of numbness, which may be long lasting
- Visible or widened scarring
- Blood clots in the legs or lungs
Smoking and impaired circulation raise the risk of healing problems and wound complications, so honest assessment and smoking cessation are essential. Early mobilization and clot-prevention measures are important.
Who it suits
Full abdominoplasty may suit patients with significant abdominal skin and muscle laxity. It is especially suitable for patients who:
- Have loose skin and weakened or separated abdominal muscles
- Have completed pregnancies or are at a stable weight after weight loss
- Accept a permanent low scar in exchange for a firmer contour
- Are in good general health with realistic expectations
- Do not smoke or can stop before and after surgery
It may not suit patients planning future pregnancy, those seeking weight loss, or those unable to stop smoking. Your surgeon advises on timing and suitability.
Why Skulpturkliniken
Body surgery by Dr. Matteo Amoroso
Body contouring at Skulpturkliniken is performed by Dr. Matteo Amoroso, a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon. His reconstructive background gives him a detailed command of anatomy, blood supply, and tissue handling, which is the foundation for safe contouring and natural proportions.
Natural, balanced results
Dr. Amoroso plans every procedure around your proportions rather than maximum change. The aim is a balanced, natural shape that suits your frame and moves naturally, planned with restraint so the result looks like you at your best.
Reconstructive precision meets aesthetic judgment
Choosing a surgeon is personal, and the relationship should rest on open communication and trust. From the first consultation, Dr. Amoroso helps you understand what is realistic, which approach suits you, and whether surgery is the right option at all.
Individualized assessment
Every procedure begins with a detailed assessment. We evaluate:
Areas of concern, fat distribution, and skin quality
Skin laxity and ability to retract
Overall proportions and frame
General health, weight stability, and lifestyle
Your goals and realistic expectations
What Does Surgery Cost?
The costs of treatments are listed in the price section and often don't change. However, the price depends on the extent of the procedure, the technique used, anesthesia, surgical time, and whether additional procedures are combined.
Every operation is individually planned, and the final price is discussed clearly during consultation after Dr. Matteo Amoroso has assessed your anatomy, goals, and surgical needs.
All surgical prices include one of the most extensive, transparent, and safe warranty programs. The price is designed to be comprehensive and includes everything related to the operation, from consultation and surgical planning to the procedure itself, compression garment when applicable, direct access to Dr. Matteo Amoroso and the medical team, and unlimited follow-up controls during the first year.
Safety and Trust
When considering surgery, price should not be the only factor.
Safety is central to every step of the surgical journey. At Skulpturkliniken, safety isn't a luxury, it's the foundation of everything we do. We have created an environment where accessibility, personal connection, and full transparency are not privileges, but standards. Your Surgeon will be your closest point of contact. We understand that aesthetic surgery is a personal journey, sometimes even life-changing. We have built a model where you don't just meet a surgeon, you build a trust-based, continuous relationship with him. From your first consultation to long after your recovery, your surgeon is personally available to you. You will never find yourself speaking to a call center or an automated message. Need guidance, reassurance, or a second opinion, we will be there not as a favor, but as a part of our philosophy.
Your Treatment Includes:
Choosing Skulpturkliniken means choosing a complete experience with no compromises.
Our pricing is fully transparent and published openly on our website, what you see is what you pay, with no hidden fees or additional charges.
- Extensive first consultation with Dr. Matteo Amoroso
- Eventual additional preoperative consultation with Dr. Matteo Amoroso
- Detailed assessment and individualized surgical planning
- 3D simulation
- Careful evaluation of whether surgery is the right option
- Preoperative preparation guidance
- Surgery in a safe and controlled surgical environment
- Anesthesia
- Compression garments
- Unlimited postoperative follow-up visits during the first year
- Direct access to the surgeon and nursing team
- Digital access to your medical records through Adoreal®
- Aesthetic care program
- Patient insurance through Folksam
- Long-term postoperative support
- One of the most extensive, transparent, and safe warranty programs.
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