Are you put on a liquid diet before a tummy tuck? Or any kind of diet?

Thank you for your question.  We do not put patients on any type of diet prior to their tummy tuck. It is always important to maintain a healthy diet and stable weight for best results.  Please check with your own plastic surgeon regarding their specific recommendations.  Best of luck to you. 

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  In the few weeks prior to your procedure I would only maintain a "diet" of lean protein, fruits and vegetables.   I would not advocate any change to your nutrition that may compromise your healing as can occur with a liquid diet.  If your diet is intended to lose weigh rapidly in anticipation of your surgery you will likely be nutritionally deficient and your body will not have the building blocks to be able to appropriately healing the incision.  Talk to your surgeon.  

A liquid diet is not necessary prior to your TT. You should continue a healthy diet with plenty of fruits/veggies and protein as you will need these building blocks to help heal after your surgery. Be sure to refrain from all nicotine and smoking well in advance of any surgery.Sincerely,Dr. Benjamin J. Cousins MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon