The skin in your abdomen will be completely numb for six weeks or longer, with the feeling returning over a period of six to twelve months. About six weeks after surgery the tightness from the muscle stitching is finally gone. Post operative complications such as infection and blood clots are rare, but they can occur. Infection can be treated with drainage and antibiotics, but will prolong your hospital stay. You can minimize the risk of blood clots by moving around as soon after the surgery as possible.
Smoking increases the risk of complications and delays healing.
Poor healing, which results in conspicuous scars may necessitate a scar revision. If you are a pack-a day smoker or more, you should decide now to stop smoking for the week before and the week after surgery. Tummy Tuck can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence. If you're realistic in your expectations and prepared for the consequences of a permanent scar and a lengthy recovery period, abdominoplasty may be just the answer for you. All rights reserved.