As there is no muscle tightening, recovery times from an upper truncoplasty (body lift) are a lot shorter than that of a lower truncoplasty (body lift) or abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). Most patients recover much faster than anticipated — two weeks is the average recovery time for this procedure. While returning to full activities and exercise may take longer, most patients return to light activities at home and at work within seven to ten days. Dr Lim will discuss your individual situation with you before and after your surgery.