Sydney Body Contouring

The cost of a Full Abdominoplasty at Sydney Plastic Surgery ranges from $15,990 to $18,990. This fee includes the surgeon and anaesthetist costs. If you do not have appropriate Private Hospital cover, you should plan for additional hospital facility fees of approximately $6,000 to $8,000. Depending on your clinical circumstances, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate.

Please refer to our costs page for a detailed breakdown of current costs.

A Lower Abdominoplasty (Mini Tummy Tuck) focuses on removing loose skin and fat strictly below the belly button and generally costs between $9,990 and $12,990. A Full Abdominoplasty is a more extensive procedure that removes excess skin from the entire abdominal region and repairs weakened or separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), often incorporating flank liposuction for optimal functional contour.

Patients who have experienced massive weight loss and suffer from severe skin laxity may be eligible for a Medicare rebate (approximately $800 for lower/upper body lifts) if specific functional criteria are met, such as documented skin irritation or chafing. The total surgeon and anaesthetist fees for a Lower Body Lift range from $24,990 to $34,990, plus hospital costs.

Liposuction is priced based on the number of “areas” treated during the surgery. An area is defined as regions like the upper abdomen, lower abdomen, flanks (love handles), inner thighs, or upper arms. Pricing starts at $5,990 to $6,490 for one area, up to $10,900 to $12,990 for four areas. This procedure is designed for targeted contouring, not generalized weight loss.

A BBL (Buttock Augmentation with Fat Transfer) involves using liposuction to extract fat from areas like the abdomen or flanks, purifying it, and carefully injecting it into the gluteal region to restore volume. Priced between $13,990 and $16,990, the procedure must be performed by a highly trained Specialist Plastic Surgeon in an accredited hospital to mitigate serious clinical risks, such as fat embolism.

Yes. We offer targeted reconstructive contouring using high-quality structural implants. Pectoral Implants range from $14,990 to $16,990, while Calf, Bicep, and Tricep Implants generally range between $13,990 and $17,990. These procedures involve surgical insertion under general anaesthesia to correct asymmetry or enhance muscle definition when diet and exercise are insufficient.

Recovery timelines depend significantly on the extent of the surgery. For extensive procedures like an Abdominoplasty or Body Lift, patients typically require 2 to 3 weeks off work. You must wear a compressive surgical garment for approximately 6 weeks and avoid strenuous physical activity or heavy lifting during this critical healing phase.

All surgical procedures carry inherent risks. Potential complications for body contouring include infection, excessive bleeding (haematoma), fluid accumulation (seroma), delayed wound healing, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), changes in skin sensation, and prominent scarring. Your surgeon will conduct a comprehensive risk assessment during your consultation.

Please read our Risks and Complications of Plastic Surgery page.

Yes. AHPRA guidelines mandate a 7-day cooling-off period after your initial consultation and provision of financial consent. This period ensures you have ample time to consider the surgical risks, recovery requirements, and financial obligations without pressure before booking your procedure.

Yes. In accordance with the latest AHPRA and Medical Board of Australia regulations, all patients seeking cosmetic or reconstructive body surgery must obtain a referral from their General Practitioner (GP) before their initial consultation with a Specialist Plastic Surgeon. This ensures an independent review of your medical history and suitability for a surgical pathway.