Why Choose My Advanced Tummy Tuck Technique?

Tummy tuck is much more than removing excess skin. It is a comprehensive reconstruction that restores abdominal anatomy after pregnancies, significant weight loss or simply the passage of time.

My technique combines the elimination of excess skin with specialized muscle repair and liposculpture, creating an abdomen that is not only flat, but naturally toned and proportionate.

Main Benefits:

  • Complete muscle repair: Correction of rectus diastasis for firm and functional abdomen

  • Removal of excess skin: Removal of excess skin and stretch marks located in lower area

  • Comprehensive body contouring: Combination with liposculpture for harmonious silhouette

  • Optimized scar: Strategic location that allows use of underwear and swimsuits

Natural result of advanced tummy tuck performed by Dr. Andrés Parra in Bogotá

My Personalized Tummy Tuck Protocol

Each surgery is specifically designed to restore your anatomy and confidence

01

Comprehensive Pre-Surgical Evaluation

Analysis of skin quality, degree of muscle diastasis and personalized planning

02

Precise Anatomical Marking

Design of incisions that optimize aesthetic and functional results

03

Abdominal Wall Repair

Plication of rectus muscles to restore firmness and function

04

Skin Resection and Remodeling

Removal of excess skin and creation of natural contour

My tummy tuck technique includes:

  • Repair of rectus diastasis (post-pregnancy muscle separation)
  • Complementary liposuction to optimize lateral contours
  • Preservation of the navel with natural transposition technique
  • Advanced scar management for optimal aesthetic result
3-4 hours

Duration according to case complexity

96%

Patient satisfaction at 12 months

15-20cm

Scar length (hidden by underwear)

Transformations That Speak for Themselves

Natural results that respect the unique essence of each patient

Post-Maternity Transformation

Complete tummy tuck + lateral liposculpture
After result - Post-Maternity Transformation
Before state - Post-Maternity Transformation
BeforeAfter

Complete abdominal restoration after 3 pregnancies with severe diastasis repair

Recovery time: 14 days until normal activities

Post Weight Loss Recovery

Extended tummy tuck
After result - Post Weight Loss Recovery
Before state - Post Weight Loss Recovery
BeforeAfter

Removal of excess skin after 30kg weight loss with comprehensive body contouring

Recovery time: 21 days complete recovery

Is It Your Time for the Perfect Tummy Tuck?

Tummy tuck is perfect for women who have completed their family and seek to restore their abdomen after pregnancies or significant weight loss.

Ideal candidate if:

  • You have completed your family (no more pregnancies planned)

  • You have had stable weight for at least 6 months

  • You have excess abdominal skin

  • You have separation of abdominal muscles (diastasis)

  • You enjoy good general health

  • You don't smoke or can quit smoking 4 weeks before

  • You have realistic expectations about results and recovery

  • You can dedicate adequate time for recovery

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Careful Recovery for Optimal Results

My post-operative protocol is designed to minimize discomfort and ensure perfect healing

First 48 hours

Rest and Intensive Care

Absolute rest with temporary drains and medication for comfort

  • Semi-sitting position for sleeping
  • Use of specialized compression garment
  • Drain care (if applicable)
  • Analgesic medication as prescribed
Days 3-14

Progressive Mobilization

Gradual start of activities with specific restrictions

  • Short walks every 2 hours
  • Avoid lifting objects >5kg
  • Compression garment day and night
  • Stitch removal (day 10-14)
Weeks 3-6

Active Recovery

Gradual return to daily activities, appreciation of results

  • Return to work (if office job)
  • Light household activities and management
  • Walking exercise allowed
  • Garment during the day
Months 2-6

Final Result

Complete healing, definitive contour, full return to exercise

  • Intense exercise and sports allowed
  • Final scar evaluation
  • Scar care with specialized creams
  • Quarterly medical follow-up

Tips for optimal recovery:

Post-Surgical Garment

Continuous use for 6 weeks for muscle support and inflammation reduction

Sleeping Position

Semi-sitting for first 3 weeks to avoid tension on suture

Exercise

Avoid crunches and intense exercise for 8 weeks

Scar Care

Absolute sun protection and scar creams from month 2

Frequently Asked Questions about Tummy Tuck

Technically yes you can get pregnant, but it is not recommended. Tummy tuck should be performed when you have completed your family because:

Effects of pregnancy post-tummy tuck:

  • Stretching of the performed muscle repair
  • Possible new separation of abdominal muscles
  • Stretching of already tightened skin
  • Compromise of the obtained aesthetic result

Recommendation: Wait at least 12-18 months after surgery if you plan a pregnancy and, ideally, perform it when you have completed your family.

The scar is inevitable but is strategically located to be easily concealable:

Scar location:

  • Horizontal in lower abdomen
  • Completely hidden by underwear
  • Allows use of bikinis and swimsuits
  • Located in natural fold when possible

Scar evolution:

  • First 3 months: reddish and raised
  • 6-12 months: progressively pales and flattens
  • 12-24 months: mature scar, faint and flat

Special care with creams and sun protection optimize the final result.

Tummy tuck is NOT a weight loss method but body remodeling:

What is removed:

  • 2-5 kg of excess skin and fat
  • Volume, not necessarily significant weight
  • Abdominal contour, creating slimmer appearance

Main objective:

  • Flat and firm abdomen
  • Repair of separated muscles
  • Removal of excess skin with stretch marks
  • Improvement of total body contour

For weight loss: I recommend first reaching ideal weight through diet and exercise, then consider surgery.

Tummy tuck has a more demanding recovery than other procedures, but completely manageable with the appropriate protocol:

Level of discomfort:

  • First 3 days: moderate, controlled with medication
  • Week 1-2: mild discomfort, mainly when moving
  • Week 3-4: minimal occasional discomfort

My protocol to minimize pain:

  • Multimodal analgesia (different types of medications)
  • Surgical techniques that reduce tissue trauma
  • Long-lasting anesthetic blocks
  • Continuous personalized follow-up

Most of my patients describe recovery as “more bearable than expected” thanks to comprehensive pain management.

Return to exercise must be very gradual to protect muscle repair:

Exercise schedule:

  • Week 1-2: Only short walks
  • Week 3-4: Longer walks, gentle leg exercise
  • Week 6-8: Upper body exercise, avoid abdominals
  • Month 3: Complete exercise including abdominals

Exercises prohibited first 8 weeks:

  • Abdominals or crunches
  • Heavy weight lifting
  • Contact sports
  • Exercises that tense the abdomen

Gradual exercise is key to maintain long-term results without compromising healing.

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It's Time to Regain Your Pre-Pregnancy Abdomen

Tummy tuck can return you the flat and firm abdomen you had before pregnancies. In your personalized consultation, we will evaluate the degree of necessary repair and design your personalized plan.

Dr. Andrés Parra in personalized consultation