How is a tummy tuck done, and what is the cost?

Several: 1. You should be done having children. 2. You have excess abdominal skin and fat that cannot be lost with diet and exercise 3. You have a "postpartum potbelly" because of separation of the rectus muscles and abdominal wall laxity 4. You are within 10-15 lbs of your target weight 5. You are otherwise healthy 6. You can afford the procedure (not covered by insurance.) good luck! 7 cost varies widely

See video link below: There are many types of tummy tuck: laparoscopic, endocorporeal, endoscopic, micro, mini, marriage, full, extended that all vary depending on the extent of the skin incision, muscle repair, and fat removal. See this video for a description: http://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=djmer5b5bx4&feature=youtube_gdata_player. Costs will vary greatly and may range from $2500-15,000.

Tummy Tuck: In most cases, an incision is made near the pubic hair line that stretches from hip bone to hip bone. For optimal concealment, this incision is placed beneath the bikini line, so that the resulting scar is well-hidden by swimwear and undergarments. Cost varies per surgeon and the area you live in.

Cost and Procedure: http://www.pacificcenterplasticsurgery.com/body-procedures-newport-beach/tummy-tuck/ gives you a good description of the procedure. Every PS is different and cost ranges according to geography, facility, PS and what kind of procedure is performed.

A tummy tuck creates incisions around the abdomen from where loose skin and excess fat will be removed. They will be sutured at the end of the operation. In Ohio, $6449–$9069 is the average price of a tummy tuck. The final costs are determined by miscellaneous medical fees that cover the operating room and the surgeon’s fees, and the specific technique employed to attain your desired results.