# Circumferential Tummy Tuck

> Removal of skin and fat around the full circumference — abdomen, waist and back — to redefine the complete silhouette.

- Procedimiento: Circumferential Tummy Tuck
- Referencia: PROC-TOR-02
- Categoría: Abdomen & Torso
- Body location: Abdomen
- Cirujano: Santelly
- Clínica: SANTELLY Surgical Concierge — Tijuana, México
- Duración: 4—6 hrs
- Anestesia: General
- Recuperación: 10—14 days in Tijuana
- Última revisión: 2026-09-10
- URL: https://www.santelly.com/en/circumferential-tummy-tuck.html

## What does it involve?

A circumferential tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen, waist and back in a single operation. It is the choice when the excess skin surrounds the entire trunk, not just the front.

It is especially useful after major weight loss or bariatric procedures, when the skin has lost elasticity and no longer retracts. The goal is to restore a continuous silhouette, free of steps and folds.

The design is planned with markings made while standing, so the scar sits in a discreet position and the contour stays harmonious front and back.

Santelly · Whole-trunk planning, not isolated areas

## What it corrects

- Excess skin surrounding the entire trunk
- Laxity after massive weight loss
- Folds and steps in the waist and back
- Protruding abdomen together with a thick back
- Loss of lateral contour definition

## Is it for you?

- **Circumferential excess**: Skin is excess in the abdomen, waist and back at the same time, not only in front.
- **Stabilised weight**: Your weight has been stable for months, ideally after bariatric surgery.
- **Good general health**: No active smoking and a complete pre-operative work-up.

Private assessment required · A more extensive procedure: work-up and anaemia control required

## Process

01. **Consultation & design** — Assessment with Santelly. Clinical photos, measurements, surgical markings and a personalised plan. Fixed quote, no surprises.
02. **Surgery in a certified hospital** — Private transport and surgery in a certified operating room with an anaesthesiologist. That same afternoon, a premium suite ready for your arrival.
03. **Assisted recovery** — 24/7 nursing in your suite, lymphatic drainage, wound care and daily follow-up. Safe discharge with logistics back to California.

## Your experience includes

- **Private transport**: Private transfer and safe border crossing
- **FastLane Medical Pass**: Expedited medical crossing Tijuana — San Diego
- **Premium suite**: Recovery suite, nights included
- **24/7 nursing**: Continuous in-suite care
- **Lymphatic drainage**: Post-op sessions to reduce swelling
- **Garment + Kit**: High-compression garment and supplies
- **Medical follow-up**: Assessment, surgery and check-ups

## Recovery

- **DAY 1—2 — Assisted rest in suite**: Early mobilisation with nursing. Drain management. Light diet. No straining.
- **DAY 3—7 — Gentle activation**: Short walks, daily lymphatic drainage and drain removal as indicated.
- **WEEK 2 — Return to California**: Cleared to travel. Light activity allowed. Continuous garment use.
- **MONTH 1—3 — Progressive result**: Residual swelling settles and the contour becomes defined. The scar matures gradually.

> Garment 24/7 for 4 to 6 weeks. Drains for 7 to 10 days. Assisted mobilisation to prevent complications and strict circumferential scar care.

## FAQ

### How does it differ from a traditional tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck works on the front abdominal wall. A circumferential tuck goes around the trunk and includes the waist and back, correcting excess skin along the whole circumference.

### Is it riskier?

It is a more extensive procedure, so it demands a stricter assessment, laboratory controls and a recovery plan with follow-up. Safety is managed case by case.

### When can I return to normal life?

Light activity returns in 2 to 3 weeks. Impact exercise is gradually reintroduced, generally from the sixth week.

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