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Tummy Tuck — Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán

Tummy Tuck

With his genuine commitment to patient safety in every tummy tuck, Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán is the surgeon you can trust to restore a firm, flat abdomen, with complete transparency.

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What Is a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and tissue from the abdomen and, when needed, repairs abdominal muscles separated by pregnancy or significant weight changes, leaving a firmer, flatter abdomen.

Unlike liposuction, it doesn't focus on fat alone: it addresses loose skin and weakened muscle, something diet and exercise can't correct. Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán defines the scope of the surgery during your individual evaluation.

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How Does a Tummy Tuck Work?

The process starts with a consultation where Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán evaluates the amount of excess skin, the condition of your abdominal muscles, and whether it's worth combining the surgery with liposuction in the area.

Before surgery, a complete preoperative evaluation is done. The medical results determine whether you're in condition to have surgery safely — your safety comes before any date on the calendar. The surgery is performed under anesthesia, and recovery is usually longer than with other contouring procedures.

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Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán — Body Contouring

What a Tummy Tuck Addresses

Not every patient needs the same scope of surgery. Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán defines the right plan during your evaluation, taking these factors into account:

  • Excess Abdominal Skin
  • Muscle Separation (Diastasis)
  • Stretch Marks on Excess Skin
  • Previous C-Section Scar
  • Combination with Liposuction
  • Belly Button Repositioning
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Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán — Body Contouring

What Are the Benefits of a Tummy Tuck?

The most sought-after benefits are a flatter, firmer abdomen, correction of muscle separation after pregnancy, and the removal of loose skin that neither diet nor exercise can fix.

Behind every result are Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán's credentials: medical training at INTEC, residency in Plastic Surgery through RENACIP at Hospital Dr. Salvador B. Gautier, and membership in SODOCIPRE — verifiable, not just a marketing promise.

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Why Choose Us?

Guaranteeing your safety, comfort, and transparency is what guides the practice of Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán, plastic surgeon in Santo Domingo, with a state-of-the-art outpatient surgery center.

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Verifiable Safety

Medical training at INTEC, residency in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery through RENACIP at Hospital Dr. Salvador B. Gautier, and member of SODOCIPRE. Public, verifiable professional credentials so you can make an informed decision with confidence.

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Complete Package

We offer a package designed especially for our international patients that includes a recovery house, transportation, meals, and postoperative medications, making every stage of your recovery and stay easier.

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Safety Above All

Every patient goes through a complete preoperative evaluation before surgery. The medical results determine whether you're in adequate condition to undergo the procedure safely. Your safety always comes before a date on the calendar.

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State-of-the-Art Facilities

Procedures are performed in a fully equipped surgical center, with a trained medical team and spaces prepared to give you care and comfort before, during, and after your procedure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. Liposuction removes fat; a tummy tuck removes excess skin and repairs separated muscle. Many patients need both, and Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán can combine them in the same surgery depending on your case.
The surgery is performed under anesthesia, so you won't feel pain during the procedure. During recovery, some discomfort, sensitivity, and swelling are normal, managed with the medication plan Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán prescribes for each patient.
A tummy tuck usually has a longer recovery than other contouring procedures, especially if it includes muscle repair. Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán gives you a specific estimate during your evaluation, along with instructions on rest and use of a postsurgical compression garment.
Yes, a tummy tuck leaves a scar on the lower abdomen, planned to be covered by underwear or a swimsuit. Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán explains the exact placement during your consultation.
Candidacy depends on your overall health, your current weight, and whether your abdominal skin/muscle is stable. Before any surgery, Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán requires a complete preoperative evaluation: the procedure is only scheduled if the medical results confirm you're in safe condition.
Yes, it's recommended to wait until you've completed your family before having surgery, since a later pregnancy can affect the result, especially the muscle repair. Dr. Manuel Díaz Guzmán discusses this with you during the consultation.