3. The Tummy Tuck Will Not Make You Lose Weight
If you are considering the tummy tuck procedure because you want to lose weight, then you definitely want to reconsider. The tummy tuck procedure is not a weight-loss tool.
The only weight loss that comes from the tummy tuck procedure is the fact that is necessary to remove them to do the surgery on the organs and the excess skin that is being removed. There are other types of procedures that you may want to consider if you are looking for a surgical option to help you lose weight.
The most common of these is liposuction. This is a surgical procedure that targets the fat cells in different parts of the body and actually sucks them out. This removal of fat cells can cause almost instantly loss. However, folds of skin are often left behind after procedure like this which is where the tummy tuck can come in handy.