Tummy tuck in Zurich

Scars are unavoidable when tightening the abdomen. To achieve an aesthetic result, Dr. Köhler attaches great importance to the skillful placement of incisions in inconspicuous areas.

In most cases, a horizontal incision is made in the bikini line. For larger corrections, an additional vertical incision in the middle of the abdomen may be necessary. In addition, there will be a ring-shaped scar around the navel if it needs to be repositioned.

Noticeable scars immediately after a tummy tuck in Zurich are no cause for concern. With careful care, the appearance of the scars can improve even a year later.

There is generally nothing to prevent pregnancy. It should be noted that the abdomen may change again during pregnancy. If you are planning to become pregnant in the near future, you should therefore wait until after the birth to have your operation if possible.

A tummy tuck in Zurich can be a good idea if you are overweight and the sagging skin is causing you problems. The excess skin is permanently removed during a tummy tuck in Zurich.

If you are significantly overweight, you should pay particular attention to aftercare, as the risk of infection may be slightly increased. Of course, we are always there for you during this time and will accompany you until you have fully recovered.

Possible complications of a tummy tuck include swelling, post-operative bleeding, infections, and wound healing disorders. Sensitivity may be temporarily reduced, but this should normalize as Healing progresses.

If the navel has been repositioned, inflammation or changes in shape may occur in isolated cases.

Inadequate aftercare or significant weight gain can lead to the formation of dents or tissue adhesions.

Mild to moderate wound pain is completely normal in the first few days and can be relieved with pain medication.

A tummy tuck can be repeated as often as necessary in Zurich. However, follow-up surgery is not usually necessary.

We recommend that you maintain a stable body weight and a healthy lifestyle after your tummy tuck in Zurich so that you can enjoy the long-term benefits of your surgery.

Depending on the amount of tightening required, a tummy tuck in Zurich takes about 2-4 hours. The duration may be slightly longer for very complex corrections or if you also want to have abdominal fat removed.

In a mini tummy tuck, only the lower abdomen below the navel is tightened. Depending on the extent of the tightening, it may not be necessary to reposition the navel.

In all other cases, the belly button usually has to be repositioned. To do this, it is detached from the abdominal wall, the skin is tightened towards the bikini line, and then a new position for the belly button is created at its original height. Basically, the belly button remains in its position—only the surrounding skin is repositioned.

If desired, a tummy tuck in Zurich can be combined with liposuction if you would like to have unwanted belly fat removed. This further improves the aesthetics of the midriff.

We are also happy to plan your tummy tuck in Zurich as part of a mommy makeover. This involves specifically correcting individual traces of pregnancy, for example through a breast lift, breast augmentation, or liposuction. Larger treatments should be performed in separate procedures if necessary to keep the strain to a minimum.

It can take a year or more for the healing process to be complete and the scar to heal nicely. However, around 14 days after your tummy tuck, you will be largely socially presentable again and able to return to work.

The longevity of the results of a tummy tuck is permanent. However, the abdominal wall can change again due to weight fluctuations or pregnancy. We therefore recommend that you only undergo a tummy tuck in Zurich once you have completed your family planning and your weight is stable.

The cost of a tummy tuck in Zurich depends greatly on the treatment required. If you are interested, our team of specialists led by Dr. Köhler will be happy to provide you with a no-obligation consultation. During the consultation, you will receive a personalized treatment recommendation including a cost estimate.