“How long is a tummy tuck surgery?”
I am a 35 year old female. I want to know how long is a tummy tuck surgery?
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Hi! The duration of tummy tuck surgery varies among patients, but the average procedure takes approximately 3 hours, especially if combined with liposuction. Larger tummy tucks can take up to 4.5 hours, depending on the amount of skin and fat being removed. The operating times include the time it takes to administer anesthesia at the beginning of the surgery and to wake up from anesthesia at the end of the procedure. Following your surgery, expect to stay in the recovery area for at least 1.5 hours.
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Between 31/2 and 4 hours.
Between 31/2 and 4 hours.
Hello. The duration of a tummy tuck varies from patient to patient. Your height, weight, the amount of excess skin, fat, and loose muscles also dictate the time. It can be anywhere from 3-5 hours.
You can go on my website at DrRoya.com for further information.
You can go on my website at DrRoya.com for further information.
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery is a three to five hour procedure in my office. Although it can be accomplished faster, our focus is on a beautiful and durable result without complications. We selectively undermine, sculpt fitness contours, perform triple layer central plication, use Medtronic plasmablade to minimize chance of seroma, and close with multiple progressive tension sutures prior to the three layer skin closure. We iterate as the operation progresses and results become apparent so the result can be adjusted as needed for the best outcome. This type of attention to detail adds time, but every woman is special and we believe worthy of the best we can offer.
An abdomenoplasty usually takes 2 to 3 hours to complete.
An abdominoplasty (or Tummy Tuck) generally ranges in length from 2-4 hours or in some cases less or more, depending upon the individual surgery. The recovery time also ranges depending on the individual, but in most cases, strenuous activity should be avoided for at least 6 weeks or more.
Always seek the advice of a board certified surgeon or qualified healthcare professional. This information is not intended to serve as medical advice.
Always seek the advice of a board certified surgeon or qualified healthcare professional. This information is not intended to serve as medical advice.
Two hours or less for a full abdominoplasty (tummy tuck).
McKay McKinnon, M.D.
McKay McKinnon, M.D.
The length of a tummy tuck surgery varies from patient to patient based on how much tissue that needs to be removed. This typically varies between 2-4 hours.
It usually takes about 2.5 to 3 hours to perform a tummy tuck.
The tummy tuck procedure with liposuction can range anywhere from 4-5 hours OR time, based on a patient by patient basis.
Thank you for your inquiry and interest in Dr. Richards. A full tummy tuck is about 3- 3 1/2 hours depending on the amount of skin to be removed and how much muscle tightening needs to be done. If additional liposuction is needed, it might take a little longer.
Laura Coleman, Office Manager
Laura Coleman, Office Manager
