What is the most comfortable and safe sleeping position after a tummy tuck?

There should be no problem sleeping on your side after a Tummy Tuck. I would recommend that you sleep equal time on each side by turning from one side to the other. Turning is necessary to prevent excess lymphatic fluid from accumulating on one side resulting in more swelling. 

I allow my tummy tuck patients to sleep on their side following surgery, but it is important to keep your hips flexed so that you do not put too much tension on your incision. It is always a good idea to check with your surgeon. Good luck.

Very good question. The answer will depend on your surgeon's preferences and on the extent of your procedure. Generally speaking, patients should sleep with their knees bent and back elevated so as to keep the abdomen flexed. This reduces tension on the scar and on the  muscle repair and therefore helps with healing. This position also helps if lipo was performed because it helps avoid uneven swelling. In my practice, I almost always perform a Low Scar Tummy Tuck Technique plus lipo. This means the abdominal skin is tighter and really needs to be flexed while sleeping and walking around. Because of the lipo it is also important to not sleep on your side. Be sure to ask your doctor and see what he or she feels is best for you!Dr.Miguel Mota