Abdominoplasty, often referred to as a tummy tuck, flattens the abdomen through the removal of excess skin and fat and suturing of the abdominal wall. Tummy tucks can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen.
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mini tummy tuck may entail only tightening the abdominal muscles.
- Length of procedure: 2-5 hours. A mini tummy tuck may take 1-2 hours.
- Recovery: Patients can return to work in 2-4 weeks and resume more strenuous activity in 4-6 weeks.
