Does a tummy tuck include lipo of the flanks? If not, how much is it for liposuction? (Photo)

The best advice for this is to ask the PSs with whom you consult more specific questions or go to the website and look at before and after pics to see what you can expect.  I sometimes liposuction 3 liters or so with a tummy tuck.  This makes a substantial difference in the results.  Whereas less than 1 liter may not be noticeable.   A standard tummy tuck does not involve liposuction.

Dear Cece, I always include lipo of the flanks with a TT. If one does not , the patient will usually have a muffin top , unless they are very skinny. Other areas can be done as well, but there is typically another charge for those locations. Each PS has their own policy, so you should definitely inquire about this when you see your surgeon.Best Wishes,Dr. Christine Rodgers

Thank you for the question.
Generally speaking, liposuction is a tool that is often used during the time of tummy tuck surgery. Different plastic surgeons utilize this tool differently; some are more “aggressive” than others. In my practice, I frequently utilize this tool to treat adipose tissue of the flanks and pubic areas during tummy tuck procedures. There are no additional charges for this "tool".
Care must be taken during tummy tuck surgery to avoid excessive "trauma" to the blood supply of the abdominal wall flap;  for example, if too much liposuction surgery is performed at the time of  tummy tuck surgery, it may be a cause of compromise of blood flow and resulting wound healing problems...
 The "extended" tummy tuck surgery refers to an extension of the abdominoplasty incision to the flanks/lower back area; this operation is helpful when patients wish to improve the appearance of the sides (flanks)/lower back areas. In other words, the operation extends from the anterior abdominal wall to the flanks and back areas,  often involving additional skin/tissue excision and liposuction surgery.
In my practice, I recommend the extended tummy tuck to patients who have significant "excess" of adipose tissue and/or skin of the flank and back areas, where liposuction surgery alone will not suffice.  Patients who have lost skin elasticity in these areas, have a significant amount of diet/exercise adipose issue in these areas, and/or who wish to wear low riding jeans after surgery (and do not want to have a "muffin top" when they bend sideways) are potentially good candidates for the extended tummy tuck operation.
 
 
 I would suggest you spend additional time discussing your goals, plans, and expectations directly with your plastic surgeon, in front of a full length mirror.  Working together you will come up with the best plan to achieve the desired outcome.
  I hope this helps.
Best wishes.