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Abdominoplasty / Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck is a common procedure that is done with liposuction to narrow the waist, thin out the fatty layer, and tighten the stomach wall with internal suturing, as well as tighten the stomach skin and improve the abdominal contour.

The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia either within the hospital or in an outpatient setting. (Mini and modified abdominoplasties are similarly performed. A mini-abdominoplasty tightens the lower abdominal wall skin only (shortest scar). Modified abdominoplasty addresses conditions where just the muscle wall or just the abdominal skin requires repair. Standard abdominoplasty tightens all of the abdominal wall skin and muscles (standard scar). 

WHAT TO EXPECT:  Abdominoplasty can be one of the more uncomfortable plastic surgery procedures and probably requires more time-consuming and limited recovery. An overnight stay in a hospital setting is required for this procedure. The patient will be encouraged to be moving and walking regularly within 1-2 days. Patients must stay hydrated by drinking Gatorade, water, etc. Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. Sports will not be comfortable for about six weeks. The patient will go home with drains that will be taken out in the office in 1-2 weeks.