Tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that makes the abdomen area firm by removing excess skin and fat, and tightening the abdomen muscles.  The results dramatically reduce a protruding abdomen, however to remove the excess skin there will be a scar; sometimes from hip to hip.  The ideal candidate would have loose saggy skin from pregnancies or major weight loss that does not respond to diet and weight loss.  If fat deposits are below your navel, you might benefit from a mini tummy tuck.  A mini tummy tuck is less complex and requires a smaller incision thus a smaller scar.  Many times the surgeon will suggest abdominoplasty in conjunction with liposuction to remove fat from the hips or flanks for a better body contour.