How is a tummy tuck different from a revision?

Hi hadrab,
Tummy tuck is an all encompassing term that for most means removal of excess lower abdominal skin and fat, liposuction of the flanks/hips, and possibly tightening of the abdominal wall. The umbilicus is re-sited during a tummy tuck as well (full, not mini).
A tummy tuck revision might address right to left differences after an initial tummy tuck, or revise scars or perform additional liposuction....the revision would be individualized to the results of the first tummy tuck, in an attempt to improve upon them.
Hope this helps!
Best,Christopher Pannucci MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery NorthwestSpokane, Washington

Hello hadrab,
Its not essential to do a muscle tightening during every tummy tuck revision. The excess fat and skin is removed. But if the muscle tone is not good, or during surgery if the muscles are found loose then doing a muscle tightening might be needed and it will help to get better results.
A detailed pre surgical examination by a board certified plastic surgeon can give a hint whether it will be required during the surgery or not.
Hope this helps. Thank you for your query.

A revision can include varying portions of a tummy tuck up to and including a correction of the full tummy tuck. A revision is not always necessary. Some circumstances that could increase the need for a revision would be weight gain, weight loss, or pregnancy. I encourage you to speak to your surgeon about any clarifications.