Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

A tummy tuck is a surgical body contouring procedure that:
✔ Removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen
✔ Tightens weakened or separated abdominal muscles
✔ Creates a smoother, firmer abdominal profile

Ideal Candidates

This procedure helps those with:

  • Loose skin after major weight loss

  • Post-pregnancy abdominal changes

  • Muscle separation (diastasis recti)

  • Stubborn fat resistant to diet/exercise

Procedure Details

1. Surgical Technique

  • Incision: Low horizontal cut (hidden below bikini line)

  • Muscle Repair: Sutures tighten abdominal wall

  • Skin Removal: Eliminates excess, drapes remaining skin tautly

  • Belly Button Repositioning: Natural-looking recreation

2. Variations

  • Mini Tummy Tuck: For mild lower-abdomen concerns

  • Extended Tummy Tuck: Addresses flanks/lower back

  • Fleur-de-Lis: Vertical incision for massive weight loss patients

Recovery Timeline

  • Week 1-2: Compression garment, limited mobility

  • Week 3-4: Return to light activities

  • Week 6+: Resume exercise, see final results

Key Benefits

✅ Restores pre-pregnancy body
✅ Corrects muscle separation
✅ Eliminates stretch marks below the navel
✅ Enhances clothing fit and confidence

Risks to Consider

⚠ Temporary numbness/swelling
⚠ Scarring (fades over 12-18 months)
⚠ Rare complications (infection, blood clots)

Combination Procedures

Often paired with:

  • Liposuction for refined contours

  • Breast surgery (Mommy Makeover)

  • Body lift after massive weight loss

Choosing Your Surgeon

Select a board-certified plastic surgeon with:

  • Extensive abdominoplasty experience

  • Before/after galleries showcasing results

  • Hospital privileges for safety

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Elham Esform

Elham Esform

Obstetrician/Gynecologist (OB/GYN)

Dr. Elham Esform is a board-certified OB/GYN and minimally invasive gynecological surgeon in Mashhad, Iran. With specialized training in laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and endometriosis, she provides […]

Iran, Mashhad