Allure Plastic Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
About Tummy Tuck
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Tummy tuck questions answered by Dr. Elliot Heller. Learn about candidacy, recovery time, stretch marks, pregnancy after a tummy tuck, and how it compares to liposuction.
Candidacy
Q:
how do i know if i need a tummy tuck?
A:
Tummy tuck is anyone that has extra loose skin on the stomach that won’t respond to exercise or has a protruding from genetic factors where the stomach muscle has to be tightened.
Q:
what is the best age for a tummy tuck?
A:
As long as you’re healthy. Anyone that notices loose skin and the stomach, waist, or the butt is a good candidate. We’ve done procedures from age 18 to age 75.
Q:
what is the difference between liposuction and tummy tuck?
A:
Liposuction removes excess fat from the area of the stomach and the waist to gain a slimmer appearance. Tummy tuck is not just removing extra fat, but it’s also removing extra skin and tightening the abdominal muscles for a more dramatic effect.
Recovery & Results
Q:
how long does it take to recover from a tummy tuck?
A:
Tummy tuck, you recommend limited activities for 7 to 10 days.
Q:
can a tummy tuck help with stretch marks?
A:
Liposuction generally cannot help but stretch marks the skin. The tummy tuck can definitely help with those problems because the skin is removed and the remainder of the skin is tightened.
Pregnancy Considerations
Q:
what happens if you get pregnant after a tummy tuck?
A:
The tummy tuck can definitely help with those problems because the skin is removed and the remainder of the skin is tightened. Once the skin is removed and the muscles tightened and the area is lifted, that will stay for many, many years.
Q:
how long after a tummy tuck can you get pregnant?
A:
We recommend limited activities for 7 to 10 days after tummy tuck. Pregnancy is a separate consideration.