Men and women benefit from this procedure however the most common request is from women who have had children then even with exercise and diet have been unable to correct their “stomachs.” The weight is very difficult to remove and where there is excessive stretched skin even losing weight may not help as then the skin becomes even more excessive. In addition the underlying muscle have been stretched apart and no amount of diet or exercise will return them to normal.

We can not promise you the “stomach you had before children” but what we do offer is a better, flatter “stomach” more in keeping with the rest of you. In addition, often by reducing the weight and “overhang” there is then the ability to more comfortably and safely commence exercising. Surgery is only one link in the chain. You also need to eat and exercise sensibly, and surgery may allow you to do this.

The procedure is not a replacement for weight loss but is useful particularly after having children or undergoing large weight changes and it may be the first step to a less self conscious and more healthy lifestyle. Obtaining a flatter tummy is the dream of many women and tummy-tuck can help you achieve this. However, patients must note that although tummy tuck surgery results are long lasting they may not be permanent as lifestyle choices can greatly affect results.

The best candidates for a tummy tuck are patients who are in good shape, but with loose abdominal skin. If there is a large fat accumulation on the abdominal wall, especially along the upper part, liposculpture may be required as a primary procedure before the tummy tuck to remove the fatty layer. Women who are planning future pregnancies may be advised to wait, as the vertical muscles in the abdomen that are tightened during surgery will separate again during subsequent pregnancies.