Is there a cut-off age for Tummy Tuck?

Chronological age is not as important as physiologic age. It sounds like you are in excellent physical condition and with medical clearance from your physician, I would not have a problem scheduling you for surgery. This is especially true if you are not on any medication or have any serious chronic disease... more

It is not the physical health that matters but the general health status. It seems that you are in good shape.However, a good history and clinical exam by a board certified plastic surgeon will determine any point of weakness or concern that would increase the risks of complications. Hope that helps!

It's not chronological age that matters, it is your health.  You sound good.  But it is true that a tummy tuck is a big operation and it has significant risks.  For instance, if you are on hormonal therapy, it can increase your risk of blood clots which can even be fatal. So, don't get your... more

You sound like you have taken great care of yourself.  If you are indeed in good health, you should be fine for the surgery. Abdominoplasty is a huge operation even for a younger person.  Therefore, I strongly urge you to get a complete check up with your internest prior to surgery.  Communicate... more

 Hello, You sound like a good candidate.  The real decision about your health should be made by your primary care doctor.  Even if you are medically cleared for surgery, you may want to spend one night in the hospital for safety reasons and stronger pain medication can be given there vs oral... more

Abdominoplasty is a major surgery with significant risks related to the tightening of the abdominal muscles (slowing the blood return to the heart from the legs) and general extensiveness of the procedure (much larger than even the long incision would indicate). This means that you need to be in good health... more

There is no definite age limit for a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty. The more important consideration is the patients overal medical conition. If a patient is in poor medical conditon they should not undergo an elective procedure, like a tummy tuck, no matter what there age is. Even though most women have tummy... more

Hello, I have performed the operation (even extended cases) for patients over 70 years of age with few problems. In my opinion, it is the patient's overall health that either makes or breaks the operation as long as you are in good hands. You will likely need pre-operative clearance from your internist and of... more