Patients that are considering tummy tuck surgery are encouraged to schedule a consultation with Dr. Vandegrift. Meeting one-on-one with an experienced plastic surgeon is the best way to determine your candidacy for the procedure. Generally, the best candidates for abdominoplasty are men or women with excess skin and muscle laxity in the abdominal area. Candidates should be at a stable, consistent weight and not planning future pregnancies. Patients should not smoke if they are considering plastic surgery.