subject: Tummy Tuck Recovery Times [print this page] Tummy tucks are one of the most popular cosmetic surgery choices for the summer, among women desiring bikini bodies. However, it's important to consider the recovery time needed from surgery when planning your tummy tuck procedure, to ensure you leave enough time for your stomach to heal and attain its new, sleek and toned appearance in time to hit the beach.
There are many other reasons women choose tummy tucks, including following pregnancy or weight loss. These changes to a woman's body can leave loose, sagging skin in the abdominal area that is impossible to shift even when following a strict diet and exercise regime, which is why more women are turning to tummy tucks to remove excess tissue and restore a natural appearance as well as self-confidence.
When you choose a reputable clinic for your tummy tuck procedure, you'll benefit from comprehensive consultations and after care to help you make sure the treatment is right for you, which can also answer any questions you might have and help you get back on your feet as soon as possible. The procedure itself is relatively quick, typically lasting just two hours, and patients are usually able to return to work and take up exercises again within two weeks - though it can take up to six weeks to fully recover.
That doesn't mean the decision should be taken lightly though. Choosing to undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure is a big decision, which is why it's important to find out as much as you can about the procedure to ensure you receive the desired results. Because tummy tucks are carried out under general anaesthetic, you will also need to stay at least one night in hospital before returning home.
You can help your abdominal muscles recover more quickly by carrying out exercises as prescribed by your surgeon, though strenuous exercise of any sort should not be attempted for at least two weeks after surgery, so as to give your body time to heal.
If you want to provide an added boost to other areas of your waistline, it's a popular choice to combine tummy tuck surgery with liposuction to remove unwanted fat, or with procedures such as thigh lifts, though recovery time may be longer if you have surgery on more areas of your body. That means you should consult with your surgeon to find the ideal time to have your surgery, well ahead of booking your flights abroad and unveiling your new waistline to the world.
