An abdominoplasty or “tummy tuck” involves removal of excess skin and soft tissue from the abdomen along with tightening of the underlying abdominal wall musculature. This surgery is an excellent option for patients with a significant amount of loose skin after pregnancy or weight loss and can be performed in conjunction with abdominal liposuction to create a flat abdomen and curvy waistline. An abdominoplasty is often performed with breast surgery as a part of a “mommy make over.” If the incision is carried across the flanks and backs to remove excess tissue in those areas the procedure is known as a belt-lipectomy
