Losing weight after a tummy tuck frequently happens because patients find more motivation to maintain their body and it can sometimes remove barriers that prevented them from exercising. Losing too much weight though can cause the need for a tummy tuck revision. Normally, if the weight loss remains minimal, patients will not notice a major difference.
If more substantial weight loss happens after a tummy tuck, then a future procedure may become necessary to remove more skin. The patient’s age, skin quality, and genetics all play a role in how well the skin retracts with weight loss.