A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and repairs the separated or weakened abdominal muscles underneath (diastasis recti). Dr. Cheema performs full abdominoplasty for significant correction and mini-abdominoplasty for patients with concerns limited to the area below the navel. For post-pregnancy patients, a mommy makeover combines the tummy tuck with breast reshaping — restoring the entire torso in a single surgical session.
Women who have completed their pregnancies and want to reclaim their pre-baby body. Patients who have lost significant weight and are left with excess hanging skin. Anyone with a protruding abdomen caused by weakened muscles rather than fat. Patients should be at a stable weight before surgery for the best long-term result. Dr. Cheema will assess muscle separation, skin quality, and fat distribution during consultation.
Plan for 2–3 weeks off work and 4–6 weeks before returning to exercise. You’ll wear a compression garment for 6 weeks. Walking is encouraged from day one to promote healing. Drains, if used, are typically removed within 5–7 days. The scar sits low — within the bikini line — and fades significantly over 6–12 months.