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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen while tightening the underlying abdominal muscles. This...

$10,000 - $18,000 8 weeks recovery
01 Breast Breast Augmentation $6,000 - $12,000 · 6 weeks recovery 02 Facial Rhinoplasty $8,000 - $15,000 · 8 weeks recovery 03 Facial Facelift $15,000 - $25,000 · 12 weeks recovery Browse the complete library

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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Typical cost
$10,000 - $18,000
Recovery
8 weeks
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Breast Augmentation
Typical cost
$6,000 - $12,000
Recovery
6 weeks
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Rhinoplasty
Typical cost
$8,000 - $15,000
Recovery
8 weeks
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Facelift
Typical cost
$15,000 - $25,000
Recovery
12 weeks

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