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Tummy Tuck / Abdominoplasty

Abdominoplasty • 30 min

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Book a Tummy Tuck / Abdominoplasty Consultation with Dr. Karan Ratna Pradhan. During your consultation, every concern is discussed in detail and a personalised treatment plan is created for you.

Key Highlights

  • ✓Removes excess abdominal skin and fat
  • ✓Tightens separated or weakened abdominal muscles
  • ✓Often combined with liposuction for better contouring
  • ✓Best suited once weight is stable
Dr. Karan Ratna Pradhan

Dr. Karan Ratna Pradhan

Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon

MBBS, MS - General Surgery

Personalised care, natural-looking results

Who Is a Good Candidate

  • ✓Loose abdominal skin from pregnancy, major weight loss, or aging
  • ✓Weakened or separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti)
  • ✓Stable weight, not planning significant future weight loss or pregnancy
  • ✓Good general health, non-smokers preferred

Procedure Details

Performed under general anesthesia. A horizontal incision (typically hip-to-hip, low enough to be hidden under most underwear/swimwear) allows excess skin and fat to be removed and the abdominal muscles to be tightened with internal sutures; the navel is usually repositioned. Liposuction of the flanks is often combined in the same session. Duration is typically 2-3.5 hours.

Recovery Timeline

  1. Day 1-7 Drains (if used) manage fluid; walking in a slightly bent posture initially is normal to protect the repair.
  2. Week 2 Drains typically removed; light daily activity resumes with a compression garment worn.
  3. Week 4-6 Return to desk work and gradually straighten posture fully; heavy lifting still avoided.
  4. Week 6-8 Gradual return to exercise, including core work, once cleared.
  5. Month 3-6 Swelling fully settles and the final abdominal contour is visible.

Risks & Complications

As with any procedure, individual risk depends on your health history and will be discussed fully during consultation.

  • !Permanent horizontal scar
  • !Fluid collection (seroma) requiring drainage
  • !Delayed wound healing, particularly in smokers or diabetics
  • !Blood clots (DVT) - reduced with early mobilization
  • !Changes in abdominal skin sensation
  • !Asymmetry or irregular contour

Dr. Karan Ratna Pradhan's Approach

Dr. Pradhan's practice is built on the principle that plastic and reconstructive surgery should look natural, not "done." Every consultation starts with listening to what you want to change and why, followed by an honest discussion of what this procedure can and can't achieve for your specific anatomy, with techniques adapted case-by-case.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the scar?
It typically runs hip-to-hip but is placed low enough to be hidden by regular underwear or swimwear.
Can a tummy tuck replace weight loss?
No - it is a body-contouring procedure for loose skin/muscle separation, not a weight-loss treatment, and works best once your weight is stable.
How long until I can return to work?
Desk-based work is usually possible around 2-3 weeks; physically demanding jobs need longer, discussed individually.
Should I have this before or after having more children?
It is generally recommended to complete your family first, since pregnancy afterward can affect the results.

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Maharaja Agrasen Hospital, Fulbari, Siliguri 734015

+91 8638126219

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Tummy Tuck / Abdominoplasty

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  • Removes excess abdominal skin and fat
  • Tightens separated or weakened abdominal muscles
  • Often combined with liposuction for better contouring
  • Best suited once weight is stable
Duration30 min
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