A tummy tuck does get rid of excess skin and fat in the abdominal area (as well as tightens the ab muscles). However, patients shouldn’t expect to lose a lot of weight from the procedure.

Abdominoplasty is not designed as a method of weight loss. It is a cosmetic procedure that only targets the abdominal area and removes what is necessary to achieve a more desirable body contour. Therefore, the amount of weight lost will be limited to what the removed skin and fat weighs. It may be anywhere from 1 to 6 pounds, depending on the patient.