If you are considering a surgical procedure to tighten up your abs, you may be able to get away with less surgery then a full tummy tuck. Abdominal Etching is great for patients with tight ab muscles, but are having trouble getting rid of the fat covering them. Abdominal Etching removes and sculpts the fat of the abdomen.
Abdominoplasty, also known as the Tummy Tuck, is an invasive cosmetic surgery that combines removal of excess skin and fat from the midsection with the surgical tightening of the abdominal muscles. Abdominoplasty is often appropriate for individuals that have lost a significant amount of weight or for women that are looking to regain their old body after childbirth.
Abdominoplasty, or Tummy Tuck, is an invasive surgical procedure and requires some recovery time. Expect to take a week or more before returning to work. While complete recovery time varies person to person, expect at least a month to pass before all swelling and bruising is completely gone.