If you gain weight after surgery, the fatty tissue remaining in the abdomen (as well as other parts of the body) will increase in size. By definition, a tummy tuck removes all or a portion of the skin and fat beneath your belly button and tightens the abdominal muscles. It is unlikely that a modest amount of weight gain will cause you to return to your preoperative appearance, especially if there was hanging skin. However, with any body contouring procedure, all patients must pay attention to diet, exercise, and living a healthy lifestyle. The surgery is only a part of the equation. Good luck!
No plastic surgery procedure is a permanent hall pass from a healthy balance diet and exercise. You will maintain and improve upon your results if you eat well and exercise. If you gain weight, guess what - you won't like your results after any plastic surgery procedure. You are investing a lot in your new contouring. That investment doesn't just stop with your surgery. Proper diet and an active lifestyle is key to enjoying long lasting results. best wishes. Dr. Basu Houston, TX