A Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty is a procedure that can alter the appearance, shape, and profile of your abdominal area, the treatment area includes the abdomen and waist. The procedure focuses on reducing stubborn fat and excess, loose skin, it may also repair torn rectus muscles.
Download the 2023 Abdominoplasty Surgery Guide
This complete guide to Abdominoplasty surgery covers everything you need to know about this procedure, including:
- Your surgery explained
- How to assess if you are a suitable candidate.
- Planning for your surgery
- Answers to most frequently asked questions.
- Before and after gallery
- Read more about Abdominoplasty Surgery
Real Patient Tummy Tuck(Abdominoplasty) Before and After Photo Gallery ~ Melbourne
Below are Before and after photos of actual patients from Coco Ruby Plastic Surgery in Melbourne who have undergone Abdominoplasty surgery.
Before and after images provided depict various post-operative timeframes, ranging from 3 months to several years. This is to illustrate how the surgical scars heal and improve over time across different patients.
Note: Abdominoplasty Surgery is not a substitute for weight loss or exercise regimes.
Before and after Photos of Real Patients of Coco Ruby Plastic Surgery
REDUCED BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTOS
As a result of the revised AHPRA guidelines that came into effect on July 1st, 2023, our website is currently undergoing significant modifications. This has necessitated the removal of a substantial portion of our Before and After photos due to non-compliance with the updated regulations. While our primary priority is to ensure the accuracy and relevance of our content, we are committed to reintroducing a wider selection of before and after photos as soon as possible.
DISCLAIMER: The outcomes shown are only relevant for these patients and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.
URGENT UPDATE – The Australian Government has reinstated a Medicare Item Number for a Tummy Tuck for some post-pregnancy patients suffering from Diastasis Recti (Split Tummy Muscles) if you are eligible and meet the new criteria. This new Medicare Item Number -30175 – is effective 1st July 2022. Read the 30175 Medicare Item Number factsheet.
What to do Next
How to Book your Initial Consultation
- Email us below or Call on (03) 8849 1400 to arrange your surgeon consultation appointment OR
- Book a FREE 15-minute Phone Chat with our Patient Liaison Manager. Book Now
- A Referral from your GP or Medical Specialist is now essential (as of 1st July 2023)
- Schedule a confidential consultation with your selected Specialist Surgeon by paying the $300 booking fee.
Want more information before scheduling your Surgeon consultation?
- Request more information – DOWNLOAD A GUIDE about the procedure or contact us
- Book a Complimentary Consultation with a Nurse.
- Organise a phone call with Patient Coordinator (FREE) Click here.
- Speak with a past patient that has had the procedure you want – call or contact us
What to Bring to your Surgeon Consultation
- Bring a friend or relative to help discuss the information and your choices
- Take lots of notes and read the documents provided thoroughly
- You may need to undress for a physical exam so wear simple clothes
Please contact us using the form below to arrange a consultation with one of our experienced Specialist Plastic Surgeons or to speak with our Patient Care Team on (03) 8849 1400
Meet our team of Abdominoplasty Specialist Plastic Surgeons
Dr Craig Rubinstein, Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Melbourne, Victoria.
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MBBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Melbourne
Master of Plastic Surgery (Melbourne)
FRACS (Plast) Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Dr Craig Rubinstein is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon with over 20 years of surgical experience.
If you want to find out more about a procedure book a consultation.
Dr Patrick Briggs, Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Melbourne MED0001537010
FRACS, Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
FRCSI, Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland
FRCS, Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons
Dr Patrick Briggs is an internationally trained, Specialist Plastic Surgeon with over 20 years’ experience.
Furthermore, he is experienced in Breast, Body, Face and Gender Confirmation Surgery having performed over 4500 Surgeries in private practice.
If you want to find out more about this procedure book a consultation.
Dr Gary Kode Plastic Surgeon MED0001405964
MBCHB(Hons) – Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (honours)
FRCS(SA) – Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons
FRACS(Plast) Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Dr Gary Kode is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, with experience in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, as well as non-surgical treatments.
With over 33 years of experience in Plastic Surgery, he has performed approximately 25,000 procedures, spanning various areas of the body.
If you want to find out more about a procedure book a consultation.
