An abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a surgical procedure that aims to reduce excess loose skin, primarily from the lower part of the abdomen or stomach, as well as tightening the remaining skin. Breast augmentation surgery (or augmentation mammoplasty) increases the size and volume of the breast using implants.
These are the pre and post-operative (4 months after surgery) photos of a 53-year-old woman who has had an abdominoplasty as well as breast augmentation surgery combine with breast lift surgery.
During the surgery 430g of lower abdominal tissue was removed, this is generally from the level of the belly button down to the upper pubic region where a c-section scar would be located. An additional 300mL of fat was removed from the remaining abdominal tissue.
The goal for the changes to the breasts were to achieve an increase in size with a higher position of the breasts on the chest. This was achieved by inserting smooth round 225cc, moderate projection implants, in a submuscular position. Projection refers to how far out from the chest the implants sit. Implant size is chosen with the patient’s goals and existing body dimensions in mind. A simultaneous breast lift performed. Scars will fade over time, with 12 months or more the typical time required for scars to fade to their best.
Patients considering any form of surgery will need to come in for a consultation with Dr Avery to discuss your expectations, along with the surgical options for how these can be achieved. During your consultation with the Avery team, we will ensure that the surgery you are considering is the appropriate choice for you.
At Avery, we welcome the opportunity to have an open conversation with you to understand the changes you are looking for with surgery. Our patients’ stories matter a great deal to us.
Wherever you are on your personal journey, we would like to assist you. Your reasons for having surgery and your expectations from surgery are important conversations to have before undergoing surgery. Dr Avery will also assess your health and medical history to ensure any surgical procedure you are considering is a safe and appropriate choice for you.
You can also see more of before and after images, here. Dr Avery has extensive experience performing surgery and as we take our patients’ privacy very seriously, we do not display our full gallery online. All patients with photographs in the gallery have provided written consent.
These photos are of a real patient who has given their consent for their photos to be shown and depict surgeries performed by Dr. Gary Avery (MED0001633092) a registered medical practitioner, with specialist registration in Surgery – Plastic Surgery .
Please note that individual results will vary depending on the individual, their genetics and lifestyle factors, and all surgeries have associated risks. Before proceeding with any surgery, it is advisable to seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified medical practitioner such as a Plastic Surgeon.
Plastic Surgeon is a regulated term that can only be used by surgeons who have completed specialty training within plastic surgery and are Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS). The specialty training undertaken by Plastic Surgeons includes the surgical skills required for excellence in aesthetic surgery.