When considering a tummy tuck, it is important to understand the type of anesthesia being used and its safety. The board-certified plastic surgeons at Silicon Institute for Aesthetics have perfected their technique of working with the anesthesiologist to perform the surgery under a "twilight" type of light anesthesia. This technique minimizes the risks to the patient while allowing excellent pain control and rapid recovery. We also give patients a pain pump to provide continued local anesthetic after surgery to minimize the need for pain medication. Most patients use very few pain pills and can quickly resume non-strenuous activities. This results in higher safety and a superior surgical experience and recovery.