Tummy Tuck Surgery In Ireland
Remove loose & excess abdominal skin after pregnancy or weight loss, and restore a firmer, smoother contour.
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Tummy Tuck Surgery At A Glance
Dublin, Limerick & Kilkenny
Full, Mini, Extended 360°, Mons Pubis, FDL
Natural & proportionate
2 to 3 Hours
General
Day case
1 week
From €167/month
Benefits Of Tummy Tuck Surgery
Aesthetic Benefits
- Removes Excess Skin
- Get Rid Of Stubborn Fat
- Removes Hanging Belly After C-Section
- Eliminates Some Stretch Marks
- Brings you closer to the hour glass figure
- Removes Excess Skin
- Get Rid Of Stubborn Fat
- Removes Hanging Belly After C-Section
- Eliminates Some Stretch Marks
- Brings you closer to the hourglass figure
Medical Benefits
- Help Strengthen Your Core
- Improve Mobility By Reducing Excess Skin
- Repair Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI)
- Help Strengthen Your Core
- Improve Mobility By Reducing Excess Skin
- Repair Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI)
Conditions Treated With A Tummy Tuck
Excess Abdominal Skin (Skin Laxity)
Loose, hanging skin on the abdomen that doesn’t respond to diet or exercise. This often occurs after pregnancy, significant weight loss, or ageing.
Stretch Marks (Striae)
Scarring in the skin caused by rapid stretching during pregnancy, weight gain, or growth spurts. Stretch marks don’t fade significantly with creams or treatments.
Ventral or Umbilical Hernias (in select cases)
A hernia occurs when abdominal tissue or organs push through a weakened area of the abdominal wall. This can happen after pregnancy, surgery, or trauma.
Diastasis Recti (Separated Abdominal Muscles)
A separation of the rectus abdominis muscles (the “six-pack” muscles) along the midline of the abdomen. This is common after pregnancy, particularly multiple pregnancies, but can also occur after significant weight gain or loss.
Stubborn Fat Deposits
Localised fat in the abdomen that hasn’t responded to diet and exercise. This is different from generalised obesity.
Apron Belly (Pannus)
A large flap of excess skin and fat that hangs down over the lower abdomen, sometimes reaching the pubic area or thighs. This typically occurs after massive weight loss.
Your consultation will clarify which conditions apply to you
Not every patient has every condition listed here. Your surgeon will assess your individual situation and explain which concerns can be addressed with abdominoplasty, and what realistic improvements you can expect.
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Popular Tummy Tuck Types At Our Private Hospital
Full Tummy Tuck
Addresses:
Excess skin and fat above and below the belly button, separated or weakened abdominal muscles, and significant contour issues affecting the entire abdomen.
Approach:
A horizontal incision is made along the lower abdomen, typically from hip to hip, positioned low enough to be concealed by underwear or swimwear. Excess skin and fat are removed, the abdominal muscles are tightened, and the belly button is repositioned to maintain a natural appearance.
Best For:
Patients with moderate to severe skin laxity across the entire abdomen, often following multiple pregnancies, significant weight loss, or ageing. This is the most comprehensive option and delivers the most dramatic contour improvement.
Mini Tummy Tuck
Addresses:
Excess skin and fat below the belly button only. Suitable for patients with good skin tone above the navel and minimal or no muscle separation.
Approach:
A shorter horizontal incision is made along the lower abdomen. Skin and fat below the belly button are removed and the lower abdomen is tightened. The belly button typically doesn’t need repositioning, and there’s no incision around it.
Best For:
Patients with isolated lower abdominal concerns, often younger patients or those who’ve had one pregnancy and maintained good skin elasticity above the belly button.
Extended Tummy Tuck
Addresses:
Excess skin and fat that extends beyond the abdomen onto the flanks (sides) and lower back. This is common after massive weight loss.
Approach:
Similar to a full tummy tuck, but the incision extends further around the sides and possibly onto the back to remove excess tissue from a larger area. This provides more comprehensive body contouring.
Best For:
Patients who’ve lost significant weight and have excess skin that wraps around their sides and lower back, not just the front of the abdomen.
Fleur-de-Lis Tummy Tuck
Addresses:
Significant excess skin both horizontally and vertically, typically after massive weight loss. This technique removes tissue in two directions for maximum contouring.
Approach:
Two incisions: one horizontal (like a standard tummy tuck) and one vertical (running up the midline of the abdomen). This allows removal of excess skin and fat in both directions.
Best For:
Patients with severe skin laxity following major weight loss (often [50kg+]), where a standard tummy tuck wouldn’t remove enough excess tissue.
Not sure which Tummy Tuck is the right option for you?
Many patients come to us uncertain about which procedure is most suitable for their goals, health profile, and lifestyle. That’s completely normal. Your free consultation is designed to give you clarity.
During your consultation, your cosmetic surgeon will:
- Review your medical history
- Explain how each option works in detail
- Answer all your questions in plain language
- Provide a clear recommendation with no pressure to proceed
Meet Your Expert Tummy Tuck Surgeon
Dr Salman is Auralia's founder and our board-certified cosmetic surgeon. He combines decades of experience to deliver natural-looking, personalised results.
25 years of experience
+20,000 successful procedures
Irish Medical Council – No : 20406
of Experience
DR. AHMED RAMZI SALMAN
MB. BCH. BAO. BMEDSC. Cosmetic Surgeon
Choose a Tummy Tuck if
- You want to lose post-pregnancy excess belly skin and fat
- You have lost a lot of weight and have been left with excess belly skin
- You want to feel more confident in your swimsuit
- You don’t want to feel trapped in tight a shapewear anymore
- You want to look your best on your wedding day
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Personalised Care
Custom support from consultation to recovery, designed for you.
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With Auralia Private Hospital, you don't have to wait months to get your Tummy Tuck surgery done.
Ongoing Care & Support
Auralia will always be there for you after your tummy tuck surgery, whether with free additional appointments if needed or with expert advice.
Following your visit to Auralia, you will be given pre- and post-operative instructions to guide you on how to be well prepared for your tummy tuck surgery (sometimes referred to as Abdominoplasty) and what to do afterwards. This will also contain the hospital's contact details.
You will also be given your Auralia surgeon’s emergency mobile number for calls after hours. During work hours, you should contact the hospital.
If you suspect anything is wrong outside of business hours, you are welcome to call the emergency number of your surgeon and speak with them directly, day or night.
Alternatively, you can drop straight into the hospital during working hours.
Absolutely not! You are entitled to as many appointments as you feel you need with your surgeon, following your tummy tuck surgery.
Absolutely! From the time you have your tummy tuck surgery with your Auralia surgeon, you are entitled to see them for appointments for as long as necessary.
Tummy Tuck Combos
Many patients choose to combine abdominoplasty with other body contouring or cosmetic procedures. This approach can address multiple concerns in a single operation, reduce overall recovery time, and deliver more comprehensive results. Here are the most common combinations:
Body Contouring (Tummy Tuck + Liposuction)
Excess abdominal skin (addressed by the tummy tuck) and stubborn fat deposits in the abdomen, flanks, hips, or lower back (addressed by liposuction).
Lower Body Lift (Tummy Tuck + Buttock Lift + Thigh Lift)
Excess skin and tissue circumferentially around the lower body, including the abdomen, flanks, lower back, buttocks, and thighs. This is common after massive weight loss.
Mummy Makeover (Tummy Tuck + Breast Surgery)
Changes to the abdomen and breasts following pregnancy, breastfeeding, and weight fluctuation. This typically includes a tummy tuck combined with breast augmentation, breast lift, or breast reduction.
Tummy Tuck Cost & Finance in Ireland
A full care plan. Everything included. No hidden fees.
Tummy Tuck Care Plan Includes :
✦ Consultant surgeon assessment and pre-operative tests
✦ Free consultations
✦ Hospital, surgeon, anaesthesia, and dedicated theatre
✦ Post-operative nursing care in hospital
✦ Scheduled follow-ups and full premium Irish aftercare
✦ 24/7 direct surgeon helpline (for emergency)
Mini Tummy Tuck
From €167/month
Mini Tummy Tuck + Lipo Flanks & Upper Abdo
From €247/month
Full Tummy Tuck
From €267/month
Pay over 36 months
Note: Other cosmetic surgeries can be combined with tummy tuck with a great discount.
We’ll handle everything with you, so it feels simple and stress-free
Your Tummy Tuck Journey With Auralia
Step 1.
Free, No Obligation Consultation
To start your surgery process, firstly request a consultation by calling us on (01) 612 0551 or filling a consultation request form here.
A patient coordinator will call you back to arrange your free consultation with our cosmetic surgeon.
Step 2.
Book your surgery
After your comprehensive consultation, your patient care co-ordinator will work with you to book a convenient date for the procedure.
Step 3.
Day-Case Surgery
On your surgery day, you’ll have a dedicated medical team to take care of you. The surgery duration can take from 2 to 3 hours depending on its complexity, and you will leave the hospital on the same day.
Step 4.
Recovery & Aftercare
Your support continues long after the surgery. You’ll receive a full recovery plan, 24/7 access to our surgical team via an emergency number, and in-person medical reviews (consultations) at our private hospital when needed.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Tummy Tuck?
You are likely a good candidate for Tummy Tuck if you:
✦ Are in good general health and your weight is stable.
✦ Have realistic expectations about scarring, recovery, and the final contour.
✦ Are a non-smoker, or willing to stop as advised before and after surgery to support healing.
✦ Are bothered by the appearance of your abdomen due to loose skin or stubborn fullness, often after pregnancy or significant weight loss.
✦ Are not planning future pregnancies, as pregnancy can stretch the abdomen again and affect results.
Learn More About Tummy Tuck Surgery
Tummy Tuck Surgery FAQs
Tummy Tuck, also called abdominoplasty, is a surgical treatment to improve the shape and appearance of the abdomen. During a belly tuck, excess skin and fat from the abdomen are removed. Sutures are also used to tighten connective tissue in the abdomen (fascia). To create a more toned look, the remaining skin is then repositioned.
- Men and Women dealing with excess belly skin after a weight loss phase
- Women that want to remove hanging belly after C-section
- Men and Women aiming to strengthen their core and improve their mobility.
- Men and Women seeking to improve their stretch marks
- Men and Women aiming to boost self-esteem and confidence
Absolutely. Abdominoplasty isn't gender-specific. Many men seek tummy tucks after significant weight loss or to address loose skin that hasn't responded to the gym.
Tummy tuck surgery at Auralia start from €167/month.
Your custom price depends on the type of tummy tuck needed, the complexity and if you are having only a tummy tuck or combining other procedures with it.
We offer flexible plans to suit every budget. Our financing plans makes you able to spread your procedure cost over 36 monthly payments.
The price include everything you need to be covered, from hospital fees, anaesthesia, surgeon, consultations, to premium Irish aftercare and follow ups. No hidden extras.
Get in touch with us to get more details about financing your surgery in ireland
Because only a certain amount of body fat is safe to remove, abdominoplasty should not be viewed as a method for weight loss.
Tummy tuck is for definition and getting rid of excess skin on your belly.
Tummy tuck only removes a limited amount of fat and skin.
The aim of tummy tuck is not weight loss, but rather it is for removing excess skin and improving stretch marks.
Liposuction is a surgery that targets stubborn areas of fat that are under the skin but above the muscles, it usually results in a more defined contour and requires multiple tiny incisions for the suction device to target those areas.
Tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, on the other hand is a surgery where areas of the abdomen that are saggy or loose are tightened up via excision and the loose abdominal muscles, which are usually a result of pregnancy or excessive weight gain, are tightened up via threads.
Sometimes some liposuction is required before abdominoplasty, and sometimes, liposuction is required after abdominoplasty, in the case of love handles for example.
And depending on the shape of the tummy, the amount of fat, and skin elasticity, and most importantly, your desired outcomes, your Auralia surgeon can help inform you which surgery is best suited for you.
A partial abdominoplasty, or mini tummy tuck, is similar to an abdominoplasty, but involves shorter incisions and an overall less invasive procedure, which is ideal for patients with fat localised in the lower abdomen. Many patients choose this procedure to benefit from less scarring and shorter recovery times.
Mini Tummy Tuck (Mini Abdominoplasty)
Limited to fat deposits below the navel.
Less complex procedure (mini tummy tuck).
Usually takes 1 to 2 hours.
Shorter horizontal incision below the navel.
Navel may not be moved.
Complete Tummy Tuck (Complete Abdominoplasty)
Can address fat deposits above and below the navel.
More complex procedure.
Typically takes 2 to 5 hours.
Horizontal incision, above the pubic line, can be extensive.
Second incision made to free the navel.
Panniculectomy and tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) are two surgical treatments aimed at removing excess lower belly skin. There are minor differences between them, but they serve pretty much the same purpose.
They may both be performed in cases of weight loss from natural or surgical causes.
During your tummy tuck surgery consultation, your full medical history is examined to make sure you’re an appropriate candidate.
Then you’ll have a body examination, which will allow your doctor to assess the characteristics of your body to decide with type of surgery is best for you and give your personalised recommendation.
During your consultation, you are in the driver’s seat. Feel free to ask as many questions as you like. Your doctor will address any concerns you might have so you can be confident about the choice you’re making.
Your Auralia surgeon might also mark your body to identify the target area so you both have a better understanding of what will be done, and where the scars might be.
Usually, a tummy tuck surgery takes between 2 and 5 hours depending on its complexity.
Though tummy tuck surgery is generally very safe, there are always risks to any surgery. Choosing the right clinic and following all pre-and post-operative instructions will greatly reduce the risk of complications. Some potential risks may include:
Bleeding
Infection
Anesthesia complications
Damage to tissues
Poor wound healing
Rippling skin
At Auralia, your surgeons do their best to ensure your safety, we are a CHKS and ISO approved hospital with 23 years of expertise, we are able to deal with all types of complications that might occur.
At Auralia your safety, happiness and well-being is our first priority!
A tummy tuck is a major procedure, so it’s normal to feel soreness, tightness, and discomfort in the first week, especially when standing upright or moving from sitting to standing. Pain is usually well controlled with medication, and most patients find it improves steadily over the first 7 to 14 days.
A tummy tuck does leave a scar, however, our surgeon will place it low on the abdomen, so it typically sits below underwear or bikini lines. The scar is more noticeable at first, then usually fades over time, although how it heals depends on your skin type and aftercare.
Usually, people can recover from a tummy tuck fairly quickly (1 week on average), but if it’s combined with another procedure it can vary depending on how many incisions were made and how extensive the surgery was.
Patients are encouraged to keep moving when they’ve had a tummy tuck, even if it’s sore. Mobility helps prevent blood clots and will help you recover speedily. Most patients are able to leave the house and return to work after 48 hours.
At Auralia, our aftercare plan is individually tailored to each patient’s procedure and requirements to give them the quickest possible recovery.
We are proud to offer fully comprehensive and inclusive aftercare to all our patients. Our Irish based surgeons are contactable 24 hours a day if you need them, and our professional and highly trained medical team are accessible at all times to assist you with any concerns you might have after your treatment. All patients receive three post-op consultations, but if you feel you need more support, we can facilitate you without any extra cost.
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