I am 52 years old. Am I too old for a tummy tuck? What can I do prior to tummy tuck to prepare myself?

You are not to old to have a tummy tuck as long as you are in good health and not taking medications such as blood thinners which can adversely affect surgery.The most important thing is for you to be close to Your ideal weight so that there is very little fat beneath the abdominal skin.. If there is more than an inch of fat beneath the abdominal skin, doing a tummy tuck will leave a shelf or ridge of fat above the tummy tuck incision which will ruin in the result.  Most important choose your surgeon wisely.  Do not shop Price but shop for the most experienced best board certified plastic surgeon with good reviews in your area.

Many women your age undergo a tummy tuck procedure and are very happy with the results.   Your general health is much more important than your numerical age. Seek a consultation from a board-certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes to you! 

You are absolutely not too old for a tummy tuck. I have performed successful tummy tucks in women into their late 60's. Some of my most happiest tummy tuck patients were older. They just couldn't stand their aging and were unable to wear the clothes they desired. Sometimes the muscle tightening does not have to be done in order to make the recovery easier. It is your health rather than age which determines whether it should be done. Exercise, eating healthy, taking vitamins, and getting in better shape can help prepare you for recovery. Good luck.