Can I Get a Tummy Tuck on the NHS?

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is considered a type of cosmetic surgery, as it is not performed to treat disease or injury but to improve appearance. The NHS does not fund procedures considered cosmetic, including tummy tucks,  and aesthetic .

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty surgery, is one of our most commonly performed procedures at the Centre for Surgery in London. The tummy tuck procedure can be a life-changing surgery with a significant boost in confidence and self-esteem. Along with breast reduction surgery, tummy tuck surgery has one of the highest patient satisfaction rates of any cosmetic surgery. For further information on tummy tuck and how it could benefit you, we would recommend speaking to one of our friendly and experienced patient coordinators to book a face-to-face consultation with an expert tummy tuck surgeon in London.

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Am I an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck?

is designed to remove excess loose skin and fat in patients after pregnancy and those who have lost a dramatic amount of weight. The benefits of tummy tuck surgery can be for patients who choose to undergo the procedure. Patients who choose to have their tummy tuck at Centre for Surgery benefit from our deep experience in all types of tummy tucks, including the Brazilian tummy tuck, performed as a day-case procedure.

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Having a body mass index below 30 helps minimise the risk of complications. For selected patients, we can treat those with a body mass index up to 35. However, patients who are significantly obese with a large amount of generalised body fat may not be the best candidates for a tummy tuck, and we would recommend undergoing healthy lifestyle changes to optimise body mass index before with tummy tuck surgery in London.

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What is the ideal BMI for tummy tuck surgery?

Although not considered major surgery, tummy tucks are still considered to be invasive cosmetic surgery procedures with certain risks involved. To minimise the risk of complications and achieve the best possible outcomes, we would advise patients to have a body mass index below 30. In selected patients, those considered