Body (Tummy Tuck)

A full abdominoplasty typically takes 2–3 hours. A mini tummy tuck may take 1–2 hours. Extended and circumferential procedures may take longer depending on the scope of correction.

Most patients take 1–2 weeks off work for a full tummy tuck. You’ll wear a compression garment for several weeks, and exercise is gradually reintroduced over 6–8 weeks. Pain is well-managed with prescribed medication in the first few days and often transitions to over-the-counter relief quickly.

Yes, a tummy tuck involves an incision, and there will be a scar. However, Dr. Chike-Obi places the incision low, within the bikini line, and designs it to lie flat and fade significantly over time. Scar management protocols are part of your postoperative plan.

Absolutely. A tummy tuck is frequently combined with liposuction, breast surgery (the classic “mommy makeover”), or the 360 Muscle Recovery Package. Dr. Chike-Obi will advise on which combinations are safe and appropriate during your consultation.

Liposuction removes fat. A tummy tuck removes excess skin, repairs separated muscles, and reshapes the abdominal wall. Many patients benefit from both, which is why Dr. Chike-Obi frequently combines the two for comprehensive contouring.

Cost varies based on the type of procedure, anesthesia, facility fees, and whether additional techniques are combined. A personalized quote is provided after your consultation. Financing through CareCredit is available, with structured payment plans that make the investment manageable.

A series of 6 Pure Impact EMS sessions — 2–3 before surgery and 3–4 after — designed to condition your muscles pre-operatively and accelerate recovery post-operatively. It’s built into your surgical plan and coordinated by your care team. No extra scheduling required.

Many patients report significant improvement in lower back pain after abdominoplasty. Repairing separated abdominal muscles restores core support, which directly affects spinal alignment and posture.

Tummy tuck results are long-lasting, provided you maintain a stable weight and avoid future pregnancy. The muscle repair and skin removal are permanent — your body will continue to age naturally, but the structural correction endures.