A panniculectomy is considered a medical necessity after significant weight loss while a tummy tuck is an elective procedure for cosmetic reasons. Medical insurance may not cover a tummy tuck.

an inability to stand fully upright for a couple of days or weeks, pain and bruising for a few weeks, swelling for several weeks or months, and numbness, a pulling sensation, and/or tightness and pain ...

A tummy tuck reshapes the abdomen post-pregnancy, weight loss, or aging. Recovery includes 6 stages like Pre-Surgery Preparation, diet planning, pain management, returning to work, resuming gym ...

The recovery after abdominoplasty depends on the patient, underlying problem to be treated and the surgical technique. It can take one to four weeks to heal. It is important for the patient to stay ...

The "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star admitted that she’s ready to get back to day-to-day life after undergoing the cosmetic procedure last month Danielle Cabral/Instagram, Jamie McCarthy/Getty ...

Abdominoplasty (also called a “tummy tuck”) and liposuction are two different surgical procedures that aim to change the appearance of your midsection. Both procedures claim to make your stomach ...

UNDATED HealthFirst reporter Leslie Toldo tells us about a pared-down version of the procedure that makes it an option for more patients. The standard tummy tuck is too invasive for some patients, so ...

Farah Khan revealed she underwent tummy tuck surgery, sparking questions about its role in weight loss. While the procedure ...

Real Housewives of New Jersey star Danielle Cabral has joined fellow Housewives in line for a plastic surgeon. The newcomer recently opened up about undergoing a tummy tuck surgery with the help of ...

Are sit-ups not giving you the taut tummy you want? If you've got too much flab or excess skin in your abdomen that doesn't respond to diet or exercise, you may be considering a "tummy tuck," which ...