How long do I have to be off from work or school after a tummy-tuck?

The answer to the question depends on several factors. If you work at a desk job, in a clean environment and you feel up to it you may be ready to resume work within 1-2 weeks of your abdominoplasty. If your job requires heavy lifting, over 20 lbs, on a regular basis, or a fair amount of physical exertion, you will not be able to return to work for 4-6 weeks. Regardless of what your normal daily activities may consist of, a lot will depend on how quickly you recover from anesthesia, and the stress of surgery.