There is a chance of bleeding, infections, blood clots, and seromas (fluid build-up).
However, complications after a tummy tuck are rare as long as you put yourself in the best professional hands.
Minor complications are related to not very aesthetic scars, small asymmetries, or contour irregularities.
Smokers are more prone to a greater number of complications, like infections. So, it is recommended that they give up the habit two weeks before surgery (minimum). Smoking can slow down wound healing.