- Oberhöchstadter Str. 8, 61440 Oberursel
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One Abdominoplasty – medical Abdominoplasty – is a surgical procedure to tighten the abdominal area. During the procedure, we carefully remove or redistribute excess skin and fatty tissue and, if necessary, tighten the abdominal muscles.
The result: a flat, toned abdomen with a harmonious silhouette, while fully preserving the body's natural shape.
Sinnvoll ist der Eingriff, wenn Haut und Bindegewebe sich nicht mehr zurückbilden, typischerweise nach Schwangerschaften oder starker Gewichtsabnahme. Sind dabei die geraden Bauchmuskeln auseinandergewichen, lassen sie sich im selben Eingriff wieder zusammenführen; Sport schließt diese Lücke nicht. Von einer Fettabsaugung unterscheidet sich die Straffung grundlegend: Dort geht es um Fett bei elastischer Haut, hier um den Hautüberschuss selbst. Zurück bleibt eine Narbe im Unterbauch, die in der Regel von Unterwäsche verdeckt wird. Die Beratung findet in Frankfurt statt, die Operation in Oberursel.
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Maybe you know the feeling: You’ve worked hard, reached your goal weight, or gone through your pregnancies—and yet the mirror doesn’t show the woman you want to be. Your abdominal skin is loose, and the tissue sags, even though you exercise regularly.
„Ich wollte nicht perfekt aussehen. Ich wollte mich in meinem Körper wieder zu Hause fühlen, ohne mich verstecken zu müssen.“ – So beschreibt eine unserer Patientinnen ihr Gefühl vor der Behandlung.
A tummy tuck isn't about conforming to an ideal of beauty. It's about getting back the body you deserve—without sagging skin that hides your achievements, and without excess tissue that can't be reduced through exercise or diet.
We'll be with you every step of the way—with our experience, sensitivity, and the goal of restoring your natural silhouette.
Medically reviewed ✓
Written by Dr. med. Zeynep Potente
Board-Certified Specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery
✓ Member of the DGPRÄC (German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeons)
EBOPRAS – European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - ebopras.eu
✓ Over 20 years of experience in plastic surgery
✓ Specialization: Body Contouring and Tummy Tucks
📅 Last updated: 11. August 2026
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✓ Member of the DGPRÄC (German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeons)
✓ Our own certified operating rooms in Frankfurt and Oberursel
✓ A toned, well-defined core – Excess skin and tissue are removed
✓ Restoring Abdominal Muscles – Rectus diastasis can be corrected
✓ Long-lasting – The results are long-lasting with a stable weight
✓ Improved Body Contour – A slimmer waist and more balanced proportions
✓ Medically sound as well – For excess skin accompanied by inflammation or limited mobility
✓ Cesarean section scars can be corrected – Old scars can often be removed as well
✓ Can be combined – Ideal in combination with liposuction, a breast lift, or other body treatments
✓ A Better Quality of Life – Finally wearing clothes that make me happy again
If you have sagging skin after pregnancy
The skin stretched significantly during pregnancy and has not fully returned to its original state. The abdominal wall sags, stretch marks are visible, and the rectus abdominis muscles have separated (rectus diastasis). Exercise can strengthen the muscles, but it cannot correct sagging tissue or separated muscles.
If you have excess skin after significant weight loss
Sie haben Ihr Wunschgewicht erreicht – eine großartige Leistung. Doch die Haut hat ihre Elastizität verloren und kann sich nicht mehr zurückbilden. Es bleiben schlaffe Hautlappen, die oft als „Fettschürze“ bezeichnet werden, obwohl es sich hauptsächlich um überschüssige Haut und Bindegewebe handelt. Sport und Ernährung können hier nichts mehr ausrichten.
When is a medical evaluation advisable?
For very extensive body contouring procedures—especially after significant weight loss—or if you have chronic conditions such as diabetes, we recommend a preliminary internal medical examination. We work closely with experienced specialists to ensure your safety.
| Klein | Groß | Vertikal-horizontal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Objective | Excess skin only on the lower abdomen | Sagging of the entire abdomen | Hautüberschuss nach starkem Gewichtsverlust, auch seitlich in Falten |
| Duration of surgery | 1.5–2 hours | 2.5–3.5 hours | 2.5–3.5 hours |
| Cutting Technique | Horizontally across the pubic line | Horizontally across the pubic line | Horizontal über Schamgrenze und vertikal in der Mittellinie |
| Belly button | Remains in position; is not moved | Being repositioned | Being repositioned |
| Muscle Tightening | Optional in the lower abdomen | Complete toning of the abdominal muscles is possible | Complete toning of the abdominal muscles is possible |
| Anesthesia | General anesthesia | General anesthesia | General anesthesia |
| Hospital Stay | 1–2 nights | 2–3 nights | 2–3 nights |
| Recovery time | 2–3 weeks | 2–4 weeks | 2–4 weeks |
| Special Features | A C-section scar can be corrected | Comprehensive tightening all the way to the rib cage | Seitliches Raffen und Taillenformung möglich; senkrechte Narbe in der Mittellinie |
| Costs starting at | 6.000 € | 6.500 € | 6.500 € |
We take the time to listen to you. During a detailed consultation, we’ll discuss your needs, examine your abdominal area, and create a personalized treatment plan.
What we'll discuss:
Minor tummy tuck:
We make a horizontal incision just above the pubic hairline. The skin between the navel and the incision is loosened, excess skin and fat tissue are removed, and the abdominal wall is tightened downward. The navel remains in its original position. If necessary, we tighten the muscles in the lower abdomen.
Extensive abdominoplasty:
Der Schnitt verläuft ebenfalls horizontal über der Schamgrenze. Der Bauchnabel wird umschnitten und von der Haut gelöst. Die Bauchhaut wird großflächig bis zum Rippenbogen abgelöst. Die auseinandergewichenen geraden Bauchmuskeln werden in der Mittellinie zusammengeführt und fixiert. Überschüssiges Gewebe wird entfernt, die Haut nach unten gestrafft und der Bauchnabel wird an neuer Position wieder eingenäht.
Vertikale und horizontale Bauchdeckenstraffung:
Nach starkem Gewichtsverlust liegt der Hautüberschuss häufig auch in der Breite – die Haut liegt dann seitlich in Falten. Ein rein horizontaler Schnitt kann das nicht auffangen. Zusätzlich zum horizontalen Schnitt über der Schamgrenze setzen wir deshalb einen vertikalen Schnitt in der Mittellinie. So lässt sich der Bauch auch seitlich raffen und eine Taille formen. Der Ablauf entspricht ansonsten der großen Bauchdeckenstraffung. Die senkrechte Narbe verläuft in der Mittellinie und ist nicht in der Unterwäsche zu verbergen.
Where will the surgery take place?
In our own certified operating rooms in Oberursel (Oberhöchstadter Str. 8). From preoperative preparation through the surgery to the recovery room—everything under one roof.
General anesthesia: A tummy tuck is usually performed under general anesthesia so that you can sleep peacefully throughout the entire procedure and feel nothing.
Our specialist in anesthesiology, Dr. med. Livia Köhler, will personally care for you throughout the entire surgery.
The First 48 Hours: Hospital Stay and Rest
After the surgery, you will stay at our clinic for 1 to 3 nights for observation. During the first 48 hours, drains will be inserted to remove wound fluid. You will receive pain medication and injections to prevent blood clots as a precaution. Rest is especially important during this phase. A compression garment will be put on immediately after surgery to support shaping and healing. Keep your upper body slightly elevated.
Days 3–7: Mobilization and First Steps
Starting on the third day, you will become increasingly mobile. The drains are usually removed after 5 to 7 days. Short walks are important to promote blood circulation and prevent blood clots. You should still walk with a slight bend in your knees to avoid putting strain on the incision.
Week 2: Suture Removal and Increased Mobility
Nach etwa 14 Tagen werden die Fäden entfernt. Sie fühlen sich zunehmend wohler und können wieder duschen. Das Kompressionsmieder tragen Sie weiterhin konsequent. Leichte Alltagsaktivitäten sind möglich, schweres Heben (über 5 kg) sollten Sie vermeiden.
Weeks 3–6: Returning to Everyday Life
Die meisten Patientinnen sind nach 2 bis 4 Wochen wieder arbeitsfähig, abhängig von der körperlichen Belastung im Beruf. Das Kompressionsmieder tragen Sie für insgesamt 6 bis 8 Wochen Tag und Nacht. Schwellungen gehen kontinuierlich zurück. Sie können wieder aufrechter gehen und sich zunehmend normaler bewegen.
Sports, Sun, and Sauna: Take a 6–8-week break
Give your body at least 6 to 8 weeks off from intense exercise and abdominal workouts. Light walks are possible sooner. You should avoid saunas and swimming pools for at least 6 weeks. Especially important: Protect the scars from direct sunlight and consistently use a high-SPF sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher.
The final result after 6–12 months
The full, final results of your tummy tuck will be visible after 6 to 12 months—by then, healing will be complete, the swelling will have subsided completely, and the scars will have faded. You’ll be able to fully enjoy your toned, defined abdomen.
As with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks associated with a tummy tuck. We will discuss these with you in detail:
Common (temporary):
Rare:
Very rare:
Our experienced team minimizes these risks through precise surgical techniques, personalized planning, and close follow-up care.
The costs depend on the individual diagnosis, the scope of treatment, and any additional services.
| Performance | Costs starting at |
|---|---|
| Minor Tummy Tuck | 6.000 € |
| Extensive Abdominoplasty | 6.500 € |
| Vertikale und horizontale Bauchdeckenstraffung | 6.500 € |
| Additionally: Liposuction of the flanks | approx. 1,500–2,500 € |
| Additionally: Abdominal muscle tightening (rectus diastasis): | including |
| Hospital Stay | 500 € pro Nacht, nicht im OP-Preis enthalten |
| General anesthesia | 1.000 €, nicht im OP-Preis enthalten |
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Zusätzlich zum Preis
Coverage by Health Insurance Plans When Medically Necessary
If your excess skin leads to demonstrable health problems, treatment may be medically necessary. In this case:
We would be happy to advise you on this matter and provide you with all the necessary documents.
Alternatives to Surgery
Surgery isn't always necessary. Depending on the findings, other treatments may also be helpful:
More about non-surgical treatments
Useful Combinations
The results can often be improved with complementary treatments:
We provide honest, personalized advice—only what truly suits you and meets your needs.
You will stay at the clinic for 1–3 nights. After 2–4 weeks, most patients are able to return to work, depending on the physical demands of their job. You can resume exercising after 6–8 weeks.
Yes, a tummy tuck does result in scars. The horizontal incision runs just above the pubic hairline and can be concealed by underwear and swimwear. In addition, a small scar remains at the navel. The scars fade significantly within a year, but they do not disappear completely.
In most cases, this is a cosmetic procedure that you will have to pay for yourself. If the procedure is medically necessary (e.g., chronic inflammation under a skin flap, severe limitations in movement), you can apply to have the costs covered. We will assist you with the necessary documentation.
If you maintain a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle, the results are permanent. However, another pregnancy or significant weight gain can cause the abdominal wall to stretch again.
Yes, it is possible to become pregnant after a tummy tuck. However, we recommend waiting to have the procedure until you have finished planning your family, as pregnancy can affect the results.
You won't feel anything during the surgery because you'll be under general anesthesia. After the surgery, it's normal to feel some tightness and moderate pain, which can be easily managed with medication. Most patients describe the pain as bearable.
There is no minimum age, as long as you are physically healthy and your weight is stable. Most patients are between the ages of 30 and 60. It is important that you have realistic expectations and are well-informed.
OP duration: 1.5–3.5 hours (depending on the scope)
Type of anesthesia: General anesthesia
Hospitalization: 1–3 nights as an inpatient
Incapacity for work: 2–4 weeks (depending on the job)
Sport: after 6–8 weeks
Scarring: Horizontally across the pubic line, at the navel
Shelf life: Sustained at a stable weight
Costs: ab 6.000 €
Acquisition of a pharmacy: Possible if medically necessary
Follow-up care included: Yes, all follow-up appointments
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