Before and after: Tummy Tuck with Breast Augmentation
What does a tummy tuck with breast augmentation look like before and after?
A tummy tuck with a hidden cosmetic suture gives a flatter, firmer abdomen, removes loose skin and skin irritation under the fold, and clearly improves how clothes fit and self-confidence. The difference shows from day one, and the final result becomes clear within 2 to 4 months once swelling settles. Performed by Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi in Jordan; results vary depending on the degree of laxity and skin quality.
Who is a tummy tuck for?
A tummy tuck suits people with loose, hanging skin on the lower abdomen after major weight loss, bariatric surgery or repeated pregnancies, whose weight has been stable for at least 6 to 12 months, and who have no medical contraindications to surgery.
How is a tummy tuck performed?
The surgery is done under general or spinal anesthesia. Excess skin and fat are removed from the lower abdomen through a low horizontal incision that can be hidden under underwear, separated abdominal muscles are tightened when needed, and the belly button is repositioned for a natural look, with a hidden cosmetic suture line.
Recovery after surgery
Patients usually stay one night in hospital and wear a medical compression garment for several weeks. Most return to light work within about two weeks, avoiding heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for 6 weeks.
Expected result
A flatter, firmer abdomen, freedom from loose skin and skin irritation under the fold, and a clear improvement in how clothes fit and in self-confidence. The difference shows from day one, and the final result becomes clear within 2 to 4 months once swelling settles.
The journey, step by step
- Consultation and assessment
Examination of the abdomen, assessment of skin laxity, weight stability and general health, and planning the surgery.
- Preparing for surgery
Pre-operative tests, and stopping smoking and some medications as instructed by the doctor.
- Tummy tuck surgery
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia.
- The first weeks
Usually one night in hospital and a compression garment for several weeks. Most patients return to light work within about two weeks, avoiding heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for 6 weeks.
- Final result
A flatter, firmer abdomen and improved confidence. The difference shows from day one, and the final result becomes clear within 2 to 4 months once swelling settles.
A tummy tuck completes the weight loss journey and restores the body’s proportions, but its success depends on choosing the right timing after weight stability, a careful assessment before surgery, and following the compression and aftercare instructions. Results vary from person to person.
This story reflects one patient's experience. Your result depends on your starting weight, health, the chosen procedure and your commitment after surgery. Only a personal medical evaluation can tell you what to expect.
Tummy tuck with breast augmentation at Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi’s center in Jordan: removal of excess abdominal skin and fat and waist sculpting with a hidden cosmetic suture, combined with silicone breast augmentation for a balanced figure. Surgery time: 2–3 hours; anesthesia: general or spinal; hospital stay: one night; back to work: 2–3 weeks. Results vary between patients.
Frequently asked questions
When can I have a tummy tuck after sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass?
It is best to wait until your weight has been stable for 6 to 12 months, usually 12 to 18 months after bariatric surgery, so the result lasts and your body has recovered nutritionally.
Will there be a scar after a tummy tuck?
Yes, a horizontal scar remains on the lower abdomen, but it is placed low enough to be hidden under underwear and fades gradually over a year with proper care.
Does a tummy tuck reduce weight?
No. A tummy tuck is not a weight loss operation; it removes excess skin and fat and improves shape after weight loss. You should reach a stable weight before surgery.
How much does a tummy tuck cost in Jordan?
The cost depends on the degree of laxity, surgery time and whether it is combined with other procedures. Send photos of the area via WhatsApp +962 79 570 2800 for an initial assessment and an approximate cost.
Can patients from outside Jordan have this surgery?
Yes. You can start with a remote assessment via WhatsApp +962 79 570 2800, then coordinate the consultation, surgery date and stay.
