Candidates for a tummy tuck are typically individuals who have excess skin and fat in the abdominal area, often following pregnancy, significant weight loss, or ageing. 

It’s important that you’re in good overall health, maintain a stable weight, and have realistic expectations for the procedure’s outcomes. Ideal candidates also don’t smoke or are willing to quit smoking during recovery.

Recovery from a tummy tuck can take anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks. Most patients can return to light activities within the first few weeks, but more strenuous activities should be avoided for 4 to 6 weeks. 

Swelling and bruising are common, but these symptoms gradually subside. Full results will be visible once all swelling has gone down.

Yes, combining liposuction with a tummy tuck is a popular option for patients who want to achieve more significant body contouring results. Liposuction can help remove excess fat while the tummy tuck focuses on removing sagging skin and tightening muscles. 

Dr Frank will assess your body type and goals to determine if this combination is right for you.

While the results of body contouring, including tummy tucks and liposuction, can be long-lasting, they are not entirely permanent. Weight gain, pregnancy, or ageing may affect your results over time. 

To maintain your results, it’s important to lead a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular exercise.

A mommy makeover is a personalised combination of procedures designed to restore a woman’s body after pregnancy. Common treatments include tummy tucks, breast lifts or augmentations, and liposuction. 

The goal is to address areas that have been affected by pregnancy, helping women regain confidence and a more youthful appearance.

After a tummy tuck, you can expect a flatter, firmer abdomen and improved contours with a more youthful appearance. Liposuction can contour various areas of the body, resulting in smoother and more proportionate body shapes. 

Results may vary based on individual goals and body types, but most patients see noticeable improvements.

The best way to determine which body contouring procedure is right for you is by scheduling a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr Frank. 

During your consultation, Dr Frank will evaluate your health, body type, goals, and expectations to recommend a tailored treatment plan. This may include tummy tuck, liposuction, or other procedures.

While initial results from procedures like tummy tuck and liposuction can be seen after a few weeks, the final results usually take 3 to 6 months to fully appear. During this time, swelling will subside, and the body will adjust to the new contours.

Yes, liposuction can be performed on multiple areas of the body during a single procedure. 

Common areas treated include the abdomen, thighs, flanks, and arms. Dr Frank will assess your health and goals to determine how much fat removal is safe in one session.

Exercise should be avoided for at least 4 to 6 weeks after a tummy tuck or liposuction procedure. 

Light activities like walking can usually be resumed after 2 weeks, but you should wait for the go-ahead from Dr Frank before engaging in more strenuous workouts or lifting heavy weights.

No, body contouring is not exclusive to women. Men can also benefit from procedures like tummy tucks and liposuction to achieve a more toned and sculpted physique. Body contouring treatments can address areas like the abdomen, chest, and flanks for both genders.