A standard tummy tuck, compared to a mini-tuck or a modified tuck, usually requires a longer horizontal incision just above the pubic area. Larger portions of your abdominal wall are exposed. The procedure is intended to reveal a flatter and firmer abdomen in the end. Depending on the extent of the surgery, this type of tummy tuck will usually take approximately 2 to 5 hours to accomplish. It also requires a longer recovery time.
