Drains After Tummy Tuck: What Do I Need to Know? Posted on June 10, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford You might have read about drains during your tummy tuck research. Tummy tucks are popular for creating a flatter abdominal area, along with a couple of other interesting perks. But the surgery is also well-known for another reason: a longer recovery time than many other plastic surgery procedures. Surgical drains serve an important purpose in healing … Read More