Education · Plastic Surgery
What a Tummy Tuck Actually Does
A tummy tuck is a body contouring and muscle repair procedure, not just skin removal.
What it does:
• Removes excess skin after weight loss or pregnancy
• Tightens separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti)
• Improves abdominal shape and firmness
Key points:
• Not a weight loss procedure
• Leaves a low, permanent sc…