Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Dr Eddy Dona offers a full range of abdominoplasty techniques from his Bella Vista clinic in Sydney, including mini tummy tuck, standard abdominoplasty, Fleur-de-lis, his proprietary Open Book™ technique, reverse abdominoplasty, and belt lipectomy. The procedures address excess abdominal skin, subcutaneous fat, and diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation), commonly arising after pregnancy or significant weight loss. All tummy tuck surgery is performed personally by Dr Dona in accredited Sydney private hospitals.

Tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) at Sydney Breast and Body is one of Dr Eddy Dona's signature procedures, and the practice maintains dedicated websites — drdonaabdominoplasty.com.au and drdonatummytuck.com.au — reflecting the depth of his experience in this area. The procedure addresses three distinct anatomical concerns that cannot be resolved through diet and exercise alone: excess and lax lower abdominal skin, resistant subcutaneous fat deposits of the abdomen and flanks, and diastasis recti — the midline separation of the paired rectus abdominis muscles that commonly occurs during pregnancy or with significant weight fluctuation and causes the characteristic postpartum abdominal bulge. Standard abdominoplasty involves an incision placed low on the abdomen, within or near the natural pubic hairline, allowing the abdominal skin and fat to be lifted as a flap, the underlying muscular fascia to be plicated (tightened) at the midline, and excess skin to be excised with closure under appropriate tension. The mini tummy tuck addresses isolated lower abdominal skin excess below the navel and is suitable for patients with limited laxity and good upper abdominal skin quality. The Fleur-de-lis technique adds a vertical midline scar component for patients with significant vertical as well as horizontal excess, as commonly seen following massive weight loss. The Open Book™ technique is Dr Dona's proprietary modification developed for specific anatomical presentations, and represents one of several innovations for which his practice has gained recognition. Reverse abdominoplasty addresses the upper abdomen through an incision placed within the inframammary fold, targeting the skin laxity that standard abdominoplasty does not address. Belt lipectomy (lower body lift) combines tummy tuck with buttock and outer thigh lift through a circumferential incision, producing a comprehensive reshaping of the torso and is most appropriate for patients following massive weight loss. Historical patient-reported data indicate tummy tuck pricing at this practice ranging from approximately $11,000 to $20,000 AUD depending on technique and complexity, though current pricing requires direct consultation. Sydney, NSW, and Australian patients travelling from interstate for care at Bella Vista can access the Hills District clinic conveniently via the Hills motorway network.