Operating time
approx. 2-3 hours
Your Tummy Tuck in Stuttgart
Excess skin after pregnancy or weight loss? Dr. Eppstein tightens your abdominal wall and corrects a rectus diastasis at the same time – for a naturally defined silhouette and a firm abdominal feeling.
- Tightening with correction of the abdominal muscles
- Scar hidden in the bikini zone
- Restoration of the natural silhouette
- Inpatient care with luxury room
- Long-lasting results with stable weight
- Flexible financing available
Your Tummy Tuck in Stuttgart
Our skin has many tasks and abilities; among other things, it is extremely stretchable. This is essential in order to be able to adapt quickly to our weight and body volume, for example during pregnancy. Overstretching the connective tissue for a prolonged period causes the natural elasticity to reach its limits. The result is that the skin can no longer fully contract. In the abdominal area, this results in a shapeless excess of skin.
Many women suffer from this excess skin on the abdomen, especially after significant weight loss or pregnancy.
Feeling uncomfortable in one’s own body can lead to psychological distress. Especially when you cannot get a handle on the situation despite a strict diet and exercise. A burden that can be countered with the help of a tummy tuck.
A tummy tuck can restore the body’s natural silhouette.
If you have already considered such a procedure, here you will find all the initial information on the process of an abdominoplasty at the EPPSTEIN Klinik Stuttgart.
Abdominoplasty procedure in Stuttgart
In order to achieve the optimal result of a flat and uniform abdominal wall, every procedure is individually adapted in advance to the aesthetic needs of the patient.
Dr. Eppstein will advise you on this during a personal consultation at the clinic in Stuttgart. Once all wishes and questions regarding the tummy tuck have been clarified, a surgery appointment will be scheduled.
A tummy tuck is performed under general anesthesia and takes approximately 3 hours. The surgery is performed in the dedicated operating room of the EPPSTEIN Klinik in Stuttgart Mitte. During the procedure, the sagging tissue between the pubic mound and the navel is removed, tightened downwards, and sutured in a line in the bikini area to achieve a beautiful result with as few scars as possible.
In some women, the abdominal muscles do not contract completely again after pregnancy, and a diastasis recti occurs. In the course of an abdominoplasty, the abdominal muscles can be brought back together with sutures.
After the surgery, you will remain in the clinic for one night as an inpatient. After approximately 2 weeks, you have an appointment to trim the ends of the sutures, as self-dissolving threads are used in this operation. You can generally resume sports activities approximately 6 weeks after the surgery.
To support healing, wear an abdominal belt for 6 weeks.
Our wish is for you to feel as comfortable as at home during your stay at the clinic. Our luxurious and lovingly furnished patient rooms in Stuttgart Mitte provide the perfect space to relax.
Furthermore, it is important to us to be able to offer all amenities and services under one roof. Thus, you can expect an operating room as well as two patient rooms, which are equipped according to the latest medical technology standards.
Your treatment in Stuttgart
At the EPPSTEIN Klinik Stuttgart, you have the opportunity to be treated in a state-of-the-art clinic in the heart of downtown Stuttgart. It is particularly important to us that you feel comfortable with us. Therefore, we are there for you around the clock during your stay and are available to help you with any questions or requests at any time.
Even for follow-up treatments and appointments during your healing process, we, the team from the EPPSTEIN Klinik Stuttgart, are of course there for you at any time.
Video information on treatment
Costs
Costs
Abdominoplasty
8,000.00€ plus anesthesia
Lower Abdominoplasty
5.000,00€ plus anesthesia
General Questions & Answers
Will I already incur costs during a consultation?
Yes, since a consultation is a medical service that must be billed according to the German scale of medical fees (GOÄ), there is a one-time fee of €75 for the individual and very detailed consultation.
What costs are associated with this treatment and is financing possible?
The exact costs of the treatment can only be stated after a detailed examination. We offer you flexible financing models for your treatments. For further questions and non-binding financing offers, you can contact us at any time.
Is there a possibility of cost coverage by my health insurance?
The Eppstein Klinik is a purely private clinic. Cooperation with statutory health insurance providers is therefore not possible. Our treatments are self-pay services.
Can the treatment be performed directly at the EPPSTEIN-Klinik?
Yes, with our own operating room, all procedures and treatments can be performed on-site.
Why does the EPPSTEIN-Klinik not show before-and-after pictures?
According to the Therapeutic Products Advertising Act §11 (1), German doctors are not permitted to advertise surgical plastic-cosmetic procedures through comparative depictions of appearance before and after the procedure (before-and-after images).
I have a long journey – can my companion also stay overnight at the clinic?
Yes, the accompanying person can also stay overnight at the clinic.
Can multiple treatments be performed at one appointment?
In principle, multiple treatments can be performed during a single appointment. To what extent certain treatments can be combined must be discussed during a personal consultation.
What is the difference between a cosmetic surgeon and a specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery?
A specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery has specialized in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery during their 6-year specialist training following medical studies. Since the term “cosmetic surgeon” is not protected, any doctor can call themselves a cosmetic surgeon without having completed specialist training. Therefore, we recommend that you entrust yourself to a specialist, such as Dr. Eppstein.
Is the EPPSTEIN Klinik a member of prestigious professional associations?
Dr. med. Ron Julius Eppstein is a full member of the DGPRÄC (German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), the ISAPS (International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery), the VDÄPC (Association of German Aesthetic-Plastic Surgeons) and the GÄCD (Society for Aesthetic Surgery Germany e.V.).
Will there be additional costs for me for staying overnight in the clinic?
No, the costs of the overnight stay are included in the OP price. There are no further costs for you.
Before the procedure
What is the typical timeframe between the consultation and the surgery date?
As a rule, there are several weeks between the consultation and the surgery appointment. By law, a minimum period of 48 hours is required between the consultation and the performance of an elective procedure.
Under what circumstances can no intervention be performed?
Certain underlying medical conditions as well as the intake of anticoagulant medication can lead to a decision against performing a cosmetic surgery procedure. Such matters will be discussed in detail during the consultation.
How do I optimally prepare for surgery?
In a preliminary consultation with Dr. Eppstein, everything you need to know before the operation will be explained to you. Two weeks before the operation, you should not take any medications that affect blood clotting, such as ASS (Aspirin). Furthermore, you should stop consuming cigarettes. Everything else is detailed on our ‘Before-After’ sheet, which you will receive after your consultation.
The intervention
Can a pregnancy have a negative effect on a tummy tuck?
During pregnancy, the abdominal wall changes again, which can lead to renewed laxity. Dr. Eppstein therefore recommends performing the tummy tuck after family planning is complete.
What happens to the muscles and the belly button?
The belly button remains in place during an abdominoplasty. Depending on the extent of the excess skin, only the skin around the navel is repositioned and the belly button is sewn back in at the end of the procedure. During an abdominoplasty, the abdominal muscles are tightened depending on whether a rectus diastasis (separation of the abdominal muscles) is present.
Is the result of a tummy tuck permanent?
In general, an abdominoplasty is permanent. However, the natural aging process can cause the tissue to lose firmness over the years. The surgical result can also be affected by weight gain or pregnancy.
Do I have to expect visible scars?
Dr. Eppstein generally aims to achieve an inconspicuous scar. Although the scar from a tummy tuck is long, it is placed as low as possible (below the bikini line) so that it remains hidden.
Can an abdominoplasty also be performed on an outpatient basis or is an overnight stay in the clinic essential?
A tummy tuck is only performed with an inpatient overnight stay (one night) at the EPPSTEIN Klinik.
After the procedure
How do I behave if complications occur?
You will receive an emergency number at which you can reach Dr. Eppstein at any time. In the event of a complication, please do not hesitate to call.
How can I ensure a good healing process?
Physical rest and a healthy diet are important factors that contribute to rapid wound healing. The same applies to abstaining from cigarettes and alcohol. Dr. Eppstein will discuss further individual measures with you during the consultation.
Should I expect any pain after the procedure?
The pain is generally well tolerated. Dr. Eppstein will issue a prescription for painkillers depending on the type of procedure.
How long do I have to wait until a final result of the treatment is visible?
A visible result is usually achieved after 3 months. The final result is typically reached after 6 months. The scars have generally reached their final appearance after about one year.
Can follow-up care also be carried out by another doctor or hospital, as I have a long journey?
This may be possible under certain circumstances, but should be discussed individually with Dr. Eppstein.
Does the consumption of alcohol or cigarettes have a direct impact on the healing process?
Smoking can lead to a narrowing of the blood vessels, which impairs blood circulation and thus hinders healing. For a rapid healing process, one should therefore refrain from the consumption of alcohol and cigarettes.