At Utah Cosmetic Surgery, our board-certified plastic surgeons perform both full and mini abdominoplasty, removing loose abdominal skin, repairing separated muscle, and often combining the procedure with liposuction to refine the waistline. Tummy tuck was the third most common cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States in 2024, with 171,064 performed, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

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What a Tummy Tuck Does

A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the underlying muscle wall to create a smoother, firmer contour. Pregnancy, significant weight change, and aging can stretch the skin and separate the abdominal muscles, a condition called diastasis recti,  in ways no amount of exercise will correct, because the problem is structural rather than a matter of fitness.

During the procedure, your surgeon removes the excess tissue, repositions the navel if needed, and sutures the separated muscle back together. It may be performed as a full or mini abdominoplasty depending on how much correction is needed, and it is frequently combined with liposuction to contour the flanks and waist at the same time. Our tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) page covers the procedure in more depth.

Are You a Candidate?

A tummy tuck may suit adults in generally good health who are at or near a stable weight and bothered by excess skin or muscle laxity. Candidates should be non-smokers or be willing to quit well before surgery, since smoking measurably impairs healing. Patients planning future pregnancies are generally advised to wait, because pregnancy can undo the muscle repair.

Common reasons patients come to us for this procedure:

• Loose or sagging abdominal skin after pregnancy or weight loss
• Separated or weakened abdominal muscles (diastasis recti)
• Stubborn lower abdominal fat that resists diet and exercise
• Stretch marks concentrated below the navel
• A desire for a flatter profile and more defined waistline

A consultation is what settles whether a tummy tuck, a combined body contouring approach, or a different procedure fits your goals.

Your Surgery and Recovery

Your consultation covers your medical history, your goals, and an examination of your abdominal wall to determine which approach is appropriate. You should expect straightforward answers to every question, including the ones about risk.

Surgery is performed under general anesthesia and takes roughly two to four hours, depending on whether you are having a full or mini abdominoplasty and whether liposuction is combined with it. Most tummy tucks are performed on an outpatient basis, though some patients stay a single night for monitoring. Your surgeon will confirm which applies to your plan well before your surgery date.

Drains are commonly placed to clear fluid that collects while the tissues heal, and they are typically removed within the first several days, timed by how much fluid is draining rather than by a fixed date. Your care team will show you how to manage them at home and will remove them at a follow-up visit.

Our Murray location makes follow-up visits a short trip for Holladay patients. You can also review our before-and-after galleries.

Why Holladay Patients Choose Utah Cosmetic Surgery

The practice was founded by Dr. R. Scott Haupt, board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 2002, with more than twenty years in practice, over 15,000 procedures performed, and the role of Chairman of the Division of Plastic Surgery at Intermountain Medical Center. He is joined by Dr. Rhett Willis, double board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and Dr. Ryan Kunkel, board-certified in plastic surgery with a craniofacial fellowship from the University of Utah.

We serve patients across the Salt Lake Valley, including Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, Sandy, South Salt Lake, and Draper. Patients considering complementary procedures will find breast surgery, arm and thigh lifts, and mommy makeovers available under one roof.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Utah Cosmetic Surgery from Holladay, UT?

Our office at 5292 S. College Drive in Murray is 5.1 miles from Holladay, about a 15-minute drive. Holladay covers a fair bit of ground, so patients coming from the west side near Highland Drive have a slightly shorter trip than those closer to the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon.

We’re on the west side of Murray with easy access from both I-15 and I-215, and there’s parking on site. Call 801-293-8100 and we’ll give you directions from wherever you’re starting.

What is the difference between a full and a mini tummy tuck?

A mini tummy tuck addresses skin and fat below the navel only, with a shorter incision and no repositioning of the belly button. A full tummy tuck treats the whole abdomen, repairs muscle separation above and below the navel, and repositions the navel. Which one you need depends on how much loose skin you have and whether your muscle separation extends above the navel, not on which one sounds less invasive.

Who is an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck?

Adults in good general health, at or near a stable weight, bothered by loose abdominal skin or muscle separation, who are non-smokers or willing to quit, and who are not planning future pregnancies. Your surgeon will confirm candidacy at your consultation.

How long does recovery take?

Roughly two weeks of acute recovery, plus about another week of soreness. Strenuous activity is typically restricted for four to six weeks, and swelling resolves over several months.

When will I see my results?

You will notice a change in contour soon after surgery, though swelling obscures the full outcome at first. Results typically become clear over three to six months as swelling resolves and tissues settle. Maintaining a stable weight helps those results last.

How much does a tummy tuck cost near Holladay?

Cost depends on whether you need a full or mini abdominoplasty, whether liposuction is combined with it, and facility and anesthesia fees. At Utah Cosmetic Surgery, pricing typically ranges, and you will receive a written quote at your consultation. Call 801-293-8100.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. Financing options are available and a member of our team will walk you through the plans that apply to your situation at your consultation. All financing is subject to credit approval.

Do you serve Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, and other nearby communities?

Yes. Our Murray location is central to the Salt Lake Valley and easily reached from Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, Sandy, Draper, and South Salt Lake.

Schedule Your Tummy Tuck Consultation Near Holladay, UT

If you are considering a tummy tuck, the next step is a consultation with our surgical team. Call 801-293-8100 or contact us online.