Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Which Is Right for You? Posted on March 7, 2025 By Dr. Laura Snell If you want a flatter, more sculpted midsection, you may be considering a tummy tuck or liposuction. While both procedures reshape your body, they serve different purposes. A tummy tuck removes loose abdominal skin and tightens ab muscles, while liposuction eliminates stubborn fat deposits. As a Royal College-certified plastic surgeon, I've helped many patients decide … Read More
Our Top Tummy Tuck Recovery Tips Posted on September 29, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Tummy tuck surgery can slim the midsection, define the waistline, and create truly transformative results. However, because it's an extensive procedure, the surgery also requires significant recovery time. Many of our tummy tuck patients here in Toronto want to know one important thing: How can I heal quickly and return to my regular life as … Read More
Should You Get a C-Tuck? Posted on November 4, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford A C-tuck is a procedure that's the subject of a lot of media buzz recently. It involves undergoing a tummy tuck immediately after a scheduled cesarean (C-section) delivery. For some mothers, it may seem like combining a C-section with a tummy tuck would be an ideal shortcut. But there are several problems with this idea. … Read More
Drains After Tummy Tuck: What Do I Need to Know? (Updated 2025) Posted on June 10, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford You might have read about drains during your tummy tuck research. Tummy tucks are popular for creating a flatter abdominal area, along with a couple of other interesting perks. But the surgery is also well-known for another reason: a longer recovery time than many other plastic surgery procedures. Surgical drains serve an important purpose during your … Read More
Tummy Tucks & Pregnancy—What You Should Know Posted on August 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Pregnancy can take a toll on a woman’s body. Unfortunately, some changes caused by pregnancy can’t be reversed through a strict diet and regular exercise alone. A tummy tuck at our plastic surgery center in Toronto is a great way to get back your pre-baby body when other strategies fall short. How does pregnancy affect … Read More
The Skinny on Tummy Tuck Recovery Posted on March 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford A tummy tuck at our Toronto plastic surgery center can be a truly transformative procedure. It can correct sagging skin by smoothing out the abdomen and tightening abdominal muscles. An important part of preparing for surgery is learning about the recovery process. In this post we will provide tummy tuck post-operative care instructions and address … Read More