Tummy TuckProcedure: A tummy tuck flattens the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin and tightening muscles of the abdominal wall.Length: 2 to 5 hours. Anesthesia: General Anesthesia. In/Outpatient: Either, depending on the individual circumstances of the surgery. Risks: Blood clots. Infection. Bleeding under the skin flap. Poor healing resulting in scarring or skin loss. Need for a second operation. Recovery: Back to work: 2 to 4 weeks Strenuous activity: 4 to 6 weeks. Duration of Results: Permanent, however, the effects of gravity, aging, and weight fluctuations may necessitate further tummy tuck surgery. Click here for more information about Tummy Tuck. Before/After
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