Tummy Tuck Procedure
Step 1 – Anesthesia
Medications are administered for your
comfort during the surgical procedures.
The choices include intravenous sedation
and general anesthesia. Your doctor will
recommend the best choice for you.
Step 2 – The incision
A full tummy tuck requires a horizontally-oriented
incision in the area between the pubic
hairline and navel. The shape and length
of the incision will be determined by
the degree of correction necessary.
Through this incision, weakened abdominal
muscles are repaired and sutured and excess
fat, tissue and skin is removed.
A second incision around the navel may
be necessary to remove excess skin in
the upper abdomen.
Step 3 – Closing the incisions
Sutures, skin adhesives, tapes or clips
close the skin incisions.
Step 4 – See the results
Your tummy tuck will result in a flatter,
firmer abdominal contour that is more
proportionate with your body type and
weight.
The final results may be initially obscured
by swelling and your inability to stand
fully upright until internal healing is
complete.
