A full Tummy Tuck is performed under General Anaesthetic. The surgeon makes a long, low horizontal incision that typically runs from hip to hip, placed strategically below the bikini line. A second, smaller incision is made around the navel. The skin and fat layer are carefully lifted to the ribcage.

The underlying, stretched abdominal muscles (the 'six-pack' muscles) are then stitched together with strong, internal sutures - a process known as Plication - to recreate a tight, firm abdominal wall. The skin flap is pulled taut downwards, and the excess skin and fat are excised.

A new opening is created for the belly button, which remains in its original anatomical position while the surrounding skin is tightened around it. Liposuction of the flanks is often incorporated to enhance the definition of the waistline and provide a seamless transition to the hips.

The benefits of this procedure include:

• Permanently removes the 'apron' of excess abdominal skin and fat.
• Repairs Diastasis Recti to restore core stability and a flat profile.
• Narrows the waistline for a more defined hourglass or athletic shape.
• Eliminates most stretch marks located below the navel.
• Improves posture and may alleviate back pain by strengthening the abdominal wall.