Removes excess skin, repairs the abdominal wall, and reshapes the midsection. Commonly called a tummy tuck — but this is surgery, not a spa session.
Your first 2 weeks
Before surgery
Consultation
Goals assessed, type of abdominoplasty decided jointly, pre-op tests, stop smoking
Day 0
Surgery
2–4 hrs under GA. Admitted to hospital. Compression garment fitted.
Days 1–4
Hospital recovery
Monitored in hospital. Up and walking with assistance. Drains managed if present.
Days 5–10
Home rest
Short walks encouraged. Avoid lifting. Compression garment worn continuously.
Week 2
Back to desk work
Light activity resumes. Shape becoming visible. Garment continues for 6 weeks total.
What is abdominoplasty?
This is not a spa visit
Who is this right for?
⚠️ About scarring
Beyond week 2 — the bigger picture
A word from Dr. Roy
You are a smoker
"Smoking directly compromises wound healing. The risk of serious complications — wound breakdown, skin necrosis, poor scarring — is not acceptable to me. You need to stop, well before surgery, and I will want to know you have."
Your expectations exceed what I can deliver
"If I feel, after examining you and hearing what you want, that I cannot achieve what you are expecting — I will tell you. I will not operate just because you want me to. That is not a service I am willing to provide."
You cannot accept my limitations
"Every surgery has limitations. Every body has limitations. If you cannot accept that — if you need a guarantee of perfection — then we are not the right fit."
High BMI
"Operating on a high BMI significantly increases the risk of complications — wound issues, blood clots, anaesthetic risk. My strong advice is to reach a stable, healthier weight first. The result will also be far better for it."
What I will always tell you
"The type of abdominoplasty you need is not something I can decide from a photo. It is something we decide together, in the room, after I examine you and understand what you are trying to achieve."
Mini to 360 — what's right for you
"There is a spectrum — from a mini abdominoplasty addressing only the lower abdomen, to a full 360-degree procedure. Which one you need depends entirely on your body habitus and your aims."
What to expect
What determines your cost
A mini abdominoplasty is significantly less involved than a full or 360-degree procedure. The scope directly determines cost.
One night and four nights are very different bills. The number of nights at Lakeshore Hospital depends on recovery and what surgery required.
If liposuction to the flanks or other areas is performed at the same time, this adds to cost — though combining is usually more economical than two separate surgeries.
Drains, compression garments, sutures and post-operative medications vary between cases and are factored into the final cost.
The range above is a ballpark to help you plan. Your exact cost can only be determined after a clinical assessment. Dr. Roy will give you a clear, itemised estimate at your consultation — before you commit to anything.
Common questions
In many cases, yes. Drains are placed to prevent fluid accumulation under the skin. They are typically removed within a few days, either before you leave hospital or at your first follow-up. This is routine and managed carefully.
In a full abdominoplasty, the belly button is repositioned through a new opening in the skin — it is not removed. In some cases, a new one is created. The aim is always a natural-looking result, discussed specifically with you before surgery.
Yes, and it is frequently done. Liposuction to the flanks and other areas is commonly performed alongside abdominoplasty to achieve comprehensive body contouring. Whether this is appropriate for you is assessed at consultation.
A mini abdominoplasty addresses only the lower abdomen — a shorter scar, less downtime, no belly button repositioning. A full abdominoplasty addresses the entire abdominal wall, including muscle repair and navel repositioning. A 360-degree procedure extends to the back and flanks. Which you need depends on your anatomy and goals.
Light walking from day one is encouraged. Returning to desk work is typically possible by week two. More strenuous activity — gym, running, heavy lifting — should wait until 4–6 weeks. Abdominal exercises specifically take longer to reintroduce safely.
The results are long-lasting, provided your weight remains stable. Significant weight gain after surgery will stretch the skin and undermine the result. Pregnancy after abdominoplasty will also affect the outcome — which is why we strongly advise completing your family before proceeding.
At Lakeshore Hospital, Ernakulam, abdominoplasty with Dr. Sinnet Roy ranges from ₹1,00,000 to ₹3,00,000. The cost depends on the type of procedure, hospital stay and whether liposuction is combined. A precise, itemised estimate is provided at consultation.
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