How much does a tummy tuck cost in Beverly Hills?

A tummy tuck in Beverly Hills typically costs $12,000 to $28,000 all-in depending on the extent of the procedure. A mini abdominoplasty runs $10,000 to $16,000. A full abdominoplasty with muscle repair runs $16,000 to $26,000. A circumferential abdominoplasty (belt lipectomy) runs $20,000 to $35,000. Adding liposuction of the flanks adds $3,000 to $6,000. All-in pricing includes the surgeon's fee, anesthesia, surgical facility, compression garment, and post-operative care.

What is the difference between a full tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck?

A full abdominoplasty addresses the entire abdominal wall from hip to hip, repairs separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), removes significant excess skin, and repositions the navel. A mini abdominoplasty addresses only the lower abdominal area below the navel, involves a shorter scar, and does not reposition the navel. A mini is appropriate for patients with limited lower abdominal laxity and no significant muscle separation. Most patients who have had pregnancies require a full abdominoplasty to adequately address diastasis recti and excess skin across the entire abdomen.

How long is tummy tuck recovery?

Most full abdominoplasty patients return to desk work in 2 to 3 weeks and resume strenuous activity at 6 weeks. The first week is the most significant — patients typically stand slightly hunched to reduce abdominal tension, have drainage tubes in place for the first 5 to 7 days, and require full rest. Swelling is significant for 4 to 6 weeks and continues to resolve over 3 to 6 months. Final contour is visible at 6 months when residual swelling has fully resolved.

Do I need liposuction with my tummy tuck?

Not always, but many patients benefit from combining the procedures. A tummy tuck addresses excess skin and muscle separation but is not primarily a fat-removal procedure. If you have significant fat in the flanks, hips, or lower back that you want addressed, liposuction in those areas can be added simultaneously with modest additional recovery. Liposuction of the central abdomen is limited in a standard tummy tuck due to blood supply concerns, but flanks and hips are routinely treated in the same session.

Tummy Tuck in Beverly Hills (2026): Cost, Types & Recovery

Abdominoplasty, commonly called a tummy tuck, is one of the most transformative body contouring procedures available — and one of the most technically demanding. Done well, it restores abdominal contour, repairs separated muscles, and removes excess skin that no amount of diet and exercise can address. Done poorly, it leaves visible scars, distorted anatomy, and results that require revision.

In Beverly Hills, tummy tucks range from $12,000 to $35,000 all-in depending on extent, complexity, and whether additional procedures are combined. Here's what drives that range and how to evaluate whether you're looking at the right procedure for your anatomy.

Types of Abdominoplasty

Mini Abdominoplasty

A mini tummy tuck addresses only the lower abdominal area below the navel. The scar is shorter than a full abdominoplasty and is positioned low enough to be hidden by underwear or a swimsuit. The navel is not repositioned. No muscle repair above the navel is performed.

Good candidates have mild to moderate skin laxity confined to the lower abdomen, no significant abdominal muscle separation, and have not had major weight loss or pregnancies that affected the upper abdomen. Mini abdominoplasty is appropriate for a narrower patient population than surgeons sometimes imply.

Full Abdominoplasty

A full tummy tuck addresses the entire abdominal wall from hip to hip. The procedure includes repair of the rectus abdominis muscles from sternum to pubis (correcting diastasis recti), removal of excess skin across the full abdomen, and repositioning of the navel. The resulting scar runs hip to hip, positioned to fall below the swimsuit line.

This is the appropriate procedure for most patients who have had pregnancies, significant weight loss, or moderate to severe abdominal skin laxity. It produces more dramatic results than a mini but requires a longer recovery.

Extended Abdominoplasty

An extended tummy tuck carries the incision beyond the hips to address lateral thigh and flank laxity. Appropriate for patients who have had significant weight loss with excess skin wrapping around to the sides.

Circumferential Abdominoplasty (Belt Lipectomy)

The most extensive variant, a belt lipectomy addresses excess skin around the entire torso — abdomen, flanks, lower back, and outer thighs — in a single circumferential incision. Primarily indicated after massive weight loss. Significantly longer recovery and higher surgical complexity.

Tummy Tuck Cost in Beverly Hills

Procedure	All-In Range (Beverly Hills)
Mini abdominoplasty	$10,000 – $16,000
Full abdominoplasty	$16,000 – $26,000
Extended abdominoplasty	$20,000 – $30,000
Belt lipectomy (circumferential)	$22,000 – $38,000
Add flanks/hips liposuction	+$3,000 – $6,000

All-in pricing includes the surgeon's fee, board-certified anesthesiologist or CRNA, accredited surgical facility, compression garment, post-operative drains (if used), and follow-up visits within the standard post-operative period.

What Drives the Price

Procedure extent: A full abdominoplasty with significant muscle repair takes 3 to 4 hours in the operating room. A mini takes 1.5 to 2 hours. The difference in operative time translates directly to anesthesia and facility costs.
Muscle repair complexity: Significant diastasis recti with wide separation of the rectus muscles requires more time and technical skill to repair than minimal separation. This is the component most patients underestimate.
Skin excision: Patients with more extensive skin laxity (after multiple pregnancies or significant weight loss) require more complex tissue rearrangement, which adds operative time.
Surgeon experience: Board-certified plastic surgeons with high abdominoplasty volume charge more than surgeons for whom this is an occasional procedure. The surgeon's fee is the most important investment in a good outcome.

Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Which Do You Need?

This is the most common question patients get wrong before a consultation. The answer depends on what you're actually trying to address.

If your primary concern is excess skin or muscle separation: Liposuction alone will not help and may worsen the appearance of skin laxity by removing the fat that was providing some support. You need an abdominoplasty.

If your primary concern is localized fat with good skin tone: Liposuction alone may be sufficient. Candidates are typically younger patients who haven't had pregnancies and have good skin elasticity.

If you have both: Combining an abdominoplasty with limited liposuction of the flanks and hips is the most common approach. Aggressive liposuction of the central abdominal skin flap being elevated during tummy tuck is avoided because it compromises blood supply to that tissue.

The most reliable indicator is the pinch test: if you can pinch significant excess skin on your abdomen (especially below the navel) and that skin doesn't retract when you release it, you are likely a better candidate for abdominoplasty than liposuction alone.

Recovery Timeline

Days 1–7

Hospital or recovery facility care for the first 24 hours is recommended for full abdominoplasty. Significant swelling, bruising, and discomfort. Drainage tubes in place for 5 to 7 days (removed when output drops below 25–30ml per side per day). Standing upright is limited — a slightly flexed posture reduces tension on the abdominal closure. Full rest required.

Weeks 2–3

Drainage tubes typically removed by end of week 1 to start of week 2. Most patients can return to desk work at week 2 to 3. Driving resumes when no longer using prescription pain medication and reflexes are normal (typically week 2 to 3). Still significant swelling. Compression garment worn continuously.

Weeks 4–6

Progressive improvement. Light walking comfortable. Core exercises and heavy lifting remain restricted until week 6 minimum. Compression garment transitions to part-time wear.

Months 3–6

Final contour emerges as residual swelling resolves. Scar matures — tummy tuck scars are typically red and firm for 3 to 6 months, then fade to a faint line over 12 to 18 months. Scar appearance at one year is the appropriate benchmark for the final result.

Frequently Asked Questions

A tummy tuck in Beverly Hills costs $10,000 to $16,000 for a mini abdominoplasty and $16,000 to $26,000 for a full abdominoplasty, all-in. Adding flank liposuction adds $3,000 to $6,000. Extended or circumferential abdominoplasty runs $20,000 to $38,000. All-in pricing includes surgeon, anesthesia, facility, garment, and follow-up visits.

A full abdominoplasty addresses the entire abdominal wall including muscle repair, removes skin across the full abdomen, and repositions the navel. A mini addresses only the lower abdomen below the navel with a shorter scar and no navel repositioning. Most patients who have had pregnancies require a full abdominoplasty to adequately repair diastasis recti and address upper abdominal laxity.

Desk work resumes at 2 to 3 weeks. Strenuous activity at 6 weeks. Final contour visible at 3 to 6 months. The first week is the most demanding — drainage tubes, limited mobility, full rest required. Most patients find the recovery more significant than they anticipated and recommend arranging at least 2 weeks of dedicated help at home.

Not necessarily, but many patients benefit from adding flank liposuction. A tummy tuck addresses skin and muscle but is not primarily for fat removal. If you have significant fat in the flanks or hips, adding liposuction there is efficient and does not meaningfully increase recovery. Aggressive liposuction of the central abdominal flap is avoided for blood supply reasons.

Cosmetic abdominoplasty is not covered by insurance. A narrow exception exists for functional panniculectomy (removal of a large pannus causing recurrent skin infections or hygiene problems) — this requires documentation of medical necessity and is separate from cosmetic abdominoplasty. Most tummy tuck procedures are entirely out of pocket.

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Dr. Newman performs full abdominoplasty, mini abdominoplasty, and combined body contouring procedures at his Beverly Hills practice.

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