What the consultation evaluates
Abdominoplasty removes excess abdominal skin and fat. In selected patients, the operation also includes tightening the abdominal-wall fascia. The plan depends on skin distribution, scars, abdominal-wall findings and your goals.
Planning & trade-offs
A tummy tuck leaves a permanent scar and is not a weight-loss operation. Discuss future pregnancy and weight changes before choosing a date. Liposuction, a panniculectomy and a tummy tuck address different problems and should be compared clearly.
Questions to bring
- Would abdominal-wall tightening be part of my operation?
- Where would the scar and belly button be positioned?
- How does this differ from a panniculectomy in my case?
Recovery & follow-up
Ask about wound care, possible drains, help getting around and restrictions on lifting. Discuss bleeding, fluid collections, infection, delayed healing, sensation changes and blood-clot risk before deciding.
Explore panniculectomy or preparation and recovery.