Body procedures
Reveal a flatter, firmer midsection with a plan designed around your body.
A tummy tuck addresses loose skin and weakened abdominal muscles to restore a smoother, more defined contour.
The procedure, considered
A tummy tuck removes excess lower-abdominal skin and fat while repairing stretched or separated abdominal muscles. It is designed for contour—not weight loss—and is most effective when a patient is healthy and near a stable goal weight.
Your consultation
Dr. Nakamura evaluates the skin, fat distribution, muscle wall, previous scars, health history, and goals. Together you review the surgical steps, expected outcome, alternatives, risks, recovery, and whether a full or more limited approach makes sense.
The procedure
A low horizontal incision is typically placed from hipbone to hipbone. The abdominal muscles are repaired when needed, excess skin and fat are removed, and the remaining skin is redraped. A separate opening may be created to position the navel naturally.
Recovery
A compression garment supports the abdomen while swelling subsides. Assistance with walking is often needed during the earliest days, though gentle movement begins promptly. Follow-up generally starts at about one week.
Procedure details and recovery timelines are general guidance. Your surgical plan and postoperative instructions will be individualized by your care team.
Tummy Tuck FAQs
General information to support a more informed consultation. Your recommendations and recovery guidance will always be personalized.
A tummy tuck may be considered by patients with loose abdominal skin, localized excess tissue, or abdominal muscles weakened by pregnancy. It may also help selected patients after substantial weight loss once their weight is stable.
No. The current practice guidance describes tummy tuck surgery as a contouring procedure, with the best outcomes generally associated with stable weight, good health, and non-smoking status.
Recovery varies. Some patients return to work in about ten days while others need longer. Endurance and final contours develop gradually, with individualized guidance provided throughout postoperative visits.
