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Write a review I had 3 c-sections and planning to have a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) done, but I'm not sure how much a tummy tuck costs. What are average tummy...
I imagine that you have them hidden below your underpants but is this true? can i wear a bikini after tummy tuck?
How much weight (in loose skin/tissue) will I lose from a tummy tuck?
I had a tummy tuck about 3 weeks ago. How long should I expect the swelling to last?
Hi, I am going to have the tummy tuck op because 3 years ago I lost significant weight. Despite all exercise my waist still needs improvement. Will I...
I'm now 6 weeks post-Tummy Tuck, and I am pleased with the results. However, I'm bothered that my pubic area appears to be 2-3 centimeters...
I have lost 100 pounds so far and am planning on a tummy tuck. I have 30 pounds to go until I reach my goal weight of 135. Can I go ahead and get the...
I've had 3 kids and definitely need some help in my stomach area, but I'm not sure if I would need liposuction, a tummy tuck, or both to get the...
I had a Tummy Tuck a week ago. The doctor did Smart Lipo and then the Tummy Tuck. I ended up with a huge incision from waist to waist, and I am...
I am considering getting a tummy tuck, My problem is not a loose skin or loose muscle but a severe case of stretch marks from hip to hip and aprox 2...
I have two children and my first child was an emergency c-section due to placenta privia and I got a vertical c-section as well as for my second child...
I have had 5 kids and I have an umbilical hernia and my stomach muscles are split down the middle. There is a two inch separation. I have some...
I'm 5 weeks post op with Tummy Tuck and Liposuction. Is it normal to feel like the inside of me is raw or burning? How long will it take it before...
I had tummy tuck surgery combined with liposuction 40 days ago, and although I am pleased with how I look as I have got my body back to what it used...
How do I know if a tummy tuck is a good option for me?
I had a tummy tuck 5 years ago. The surgeon did not place a tummy bandage over the surgery afterwards because " the nurse" forgot to order...
I just had Liposuction and a full Tummy Tuck done a week ago. I'm very pleased with what I've seen so far. However, I have extensive bruising from my...
I had a full tummy tuck early October. I'm still having a hard time getting my pants buttoned. When should I expect to see the final result?
I have 3 kids and a doc i saw says i need a tummy tuck. i was given a lot of steriods during all 3 pregnancies and full bed rest. i dont want to be...
I had a Tummy Tuck done on 10/28. My belly button has been seeping discharge and has an odor. I have been cleaning it with peroxide, but it has not...
I had a tummy tuck 4 weeks ago and I am still swolen, but I am beginning to be concerned that my stomach will not look much less than it does with the...
Ten weeks ago I had a full Tummy Tuck, and 4 weeks after, I had a small correction of hematoma that didn't heal and the skin was peeled off. Around...
I've had three children via C-section, and a hysterectomy. I am 5'2 and 112 pounds and exercise a few times a week. Although my stomach looks flat...
I am 37 years old and had 2 children 18 months apart. My youngest is now 5 years old.
I just completed a year of training with a personal trainer 3...
After having twins and another child, my abdominal muscles have stretched apart, causing about a 3 inch space between the two. Can I get the...
Can I get a tummy tuck right after I give birth via c-section?
Is it a way to improve a tummy tuck? confused!
The nhs uk website has very limited information about tummy tuck. has any one any experience with nhs paying for tummy tuck surgery?
I need an umbilical hernia and abdominal muscle repair, and I would like to get a tummy tuck at the same time. I am pretty sure that my health...
I had an abdominoplasty and umbilical hernia repair 2 1/2 weeks ago (to repair the recti diastisis and umbilical hernia after having my twins four...
Should I have a mini tummy tuck or full tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)? What are the differences on recovery time and surgery success? I've had 3 kids (4...
Would lipo dissolve get rid of the flap of fat an skin caused by extreme edema during pregnacy,an a c/section at 36yrs old? I had my only baby at...
I had a tummy tuck May 23rd and am still pretty swollen, but really swollen in my legs (upper thighs). What's going on? And I think I might be losing...
I had a full Tummy Tuck 6 months ago. After the procedure, my surgeon told me that since my belly button was 'high' to begin with, he was able to...
I have to undergo hysterectomy, and would love to do a tummy tuck at the same time. Is it safe and cost-effective?
How long after tummy tuck do I have to wait before I can start doing strenuous exercises (such as sit ups, crunches, weight lifting)?
I had two pregnancies. My tummy is still flat, the skin above (around) belly button are loose, one inch scar above belly button. Will umbilicoplasty...
After having 4 children and from yo yo dieting, my stomach is a mess. I have lots of stretch marks and lower abdominal loose skin. I have been to 2...
Not that i'm planning, but what happens if I were to get pregnant after a tummy tuck procedure? Will it cause more harm or would the tummy tuck...
I had a Tummy Tuck with Liposuction 6 days ago, and am able to do everything in exactly the same manner as before, with no pain or discomfort of any...
I'm 58, and according to the surgeon, in good shape with an hour glass figure. My plastic surgeon says I need a T-incision Tummy Tuck to address...
I have a little bit of sagging skin and very shallow stretch marks on my tummy. I also have almost unnoticable stretch marks on my butt and breasts...
It has been over 6 months after my tummy tuck and I am still very swollen, especially around my belly button area. Sticks way out when this happens. ...
I am a 40 year old female who had two children in the last 4 years. I was and still am a size 0/2. I always had loose skin (due to yoyo...
I had Tummy Tuck and Smart Lipo done last week, and I've had fever (as high as 104.1, and hangs around 101.4 when I'm taking Tylenol) since then. The...
I had a tummy tuck approx 6 months ago. My upper abdomen is perfect, but right underneath my belly button on the right side, there is a bulge. I have...
I had a Tummy Tuck 3 months ago, and the upper abdominal suture tore, leaving a lump on my upper stomach. Although I'm doing everything my doctor told...
I'm a 60-yr old female with good physical health. I had a Tummy Tuck on 5 weeks ago, and now I am having a lot of tightness. One day I think I'm...
My doctor says I don't have to wear a girdle after my tummy tuck. Is this normal? It seems other doctors require this.
Is it normal to have some crusting of the belly button after a Tummy Tuck? It's is a fair amount similar to a scab but there is no foul odor. I was...
I had my child 4 years ago and was left like this what can I do? No diet or exercise has worked. My belly is hard and I don't know why. What do you...
If I gain weight after having an abdominoplasty, how will it affect the results?
How safe is a tummy tuck?
What should I be doing as part of post-Tummy Tuck care (like showering, compression garment use, washing the binder, changing wound dressing, etc.)?
What will happen to my vertical scar during pregnancy and can I have an abdominoplasty during my next c-section? I had a child by c-section at 21...
I was given a C-section in 1993 due to complications while giving birth to my son who weighed in at 9lbs 6oz. My problem is I was very a petite girl...
I have had only one child via c-section and she is now 2. I cannot get rid of my huge stomach. People think I am about 7 months pregnant. Someone told...
If you have a tummy tuck and diet to lose additional weight after, will that skin hang loose? I would like to remove excess skin now but weigh more...
I used to be a small size 10 before I gave birth. I've gone right up to a size 22 now. I'm an 18, nearly a 16, and have been focusing on losing weight...
I just had my mini TT about 2 wks ago. All went fine. The pain was less than during a c-section. I'm worried about the way the belly button looks. ...
Can a tummy tuck decrease the pain and frequency of back aches?
I am 34 years old. I am 5'6" and 140 pounds. I had two c-sections and have loose skin on my stomach. I would like to have surgery, but I don't...
I had my Tummy Tuck on 12/20/08. Recently, my upper abdomen gets very swollen and my muscles feel very tight and like cards. What could be happening? ...
I'm thinking of having a Tummy Tuck, and I was wondering, how long would I have to stay in the hospital after the procedure?
What is necrosis and how is it related to the risks of tummy tuck surgery? I've been trying to read up on all the risks and benefits of this...
When a plastic surgery (abdominoplasty) revision is necessary, does the patient have to pay?
I paid for a full Tummy Tuck, but the result I have been...
I'm a BRCA positive 40 year-old in excellent health, normal weight. I'm having a prophylactic mastectomy with immediate, "one-step"...
I'm almost 6 weeks post-Tummy Tuck. I had a spot on the scar that was healed, but 2 days ago, it started bleeding a little when I removed the Epi-Derm...
I had a Tummy Tuck with Liposuction two months ago and I am now feeling a pinching sensation only on my left side. It feels like a needle being stuck...
I'm about to have a full tummy tuck on the 21/03/08, so only a few days! My surgeon suggested the possibility of a fleur de lis to remove the fat pad...
I had a Tummy Tuck about a year ago. My tummy is functionally satisfactory; the apron is gone but cosmetically less so. My flanks bulge and the...
My lower abdomen looks round and fat 5 weeks after Tummy Tuck! How can you tell if it is swelling or the final result of the tummy tuck? Any tips? I...
I have 2 children by C Section. Now I have loose skin above my belly button, not below. I am thin but have diastasis. I was informed by a plastic...
Do doctors usually use permanent and visible sutures under the skin for a Tummy Tuck?
I am 5 weeks post-Tummy Tuck with muscle repair. I have been doing very well but when having a normal bowel movement the other day I heard what...
I have a c-section scar and 4 inches of skin on top of it that I wouldlike to get rid of. It's only a small roll but it bothers me. I don't want a...
I have no children and yet I have this apron of a stomach. my concerns are that I can't seem to lose the weight to get these procedures done. what...
I don't notice much difference in the size of my pubic mound area after my tummy tuck. It's still large and saggy. I lost a lot of weight and want it...
I had Tummy Tuck with MR and Liposuction on the bra rolls, flanks, gluteal fold, and banana rolls on December 4th. When I stand, my stomach is flat,...
My husband is in another country and has been for almost 2 years so I rarely get to see him except if I go there for a week or he comes here for a...
I am in need of 4th hernia surgery. I am meshed from breast bone to navel, then navel down. Can a tummy tuck be performed along with the hernia...
I had a tummy tuck combined with liposuction 30 days ago. I wear a compression garment around the clock. Is there something I can do to help the...
It has been 3 years since my tummy tuck...I'm miserable. It is so tight that I can't wear anything but elastic. When I exercise the muscles will go...
I'm 43 years old and had Full Tummy Tuck around seven weeks ago. I could not stand upright for 5 weeks post-op. When do you stop feeling tugs, pulling...
I have a 9 month old and 2 year old, both C-sections. I would like 1 or 2 more children, but am concerned about my combination of diastasis recti and...
I had a tummy tuck 3 years ago, now i have a scar and reddish to purple skin all around the scar. How can I treat the discoloration around the scar? I...
Do belly button scars show much or are they hidden under the folds after Tummy tuck?
I had a Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift 2 weeks ago. How long will it take before the stitches dissolve?
I am 112 pounds with thin arms and legs. My abdomen has always been large in proportion to my body, but after 3 C-sections, it is huge. I could pass...
I am considering getting a tummy tuck, but I am concerned about the lengthy and painful recovery. My problem is not a belly bulge or loose abdominal...
I had a tummy tuck 1 year ago and am not pleased with my belly button. It has a raised scar all the way around it. Is it possible to fix that? If so...
Hello I am 22 years old and recently had a baby. I am left with stretch marks and loose skin. My abdominal walls are separated and my bellybutton now...
I have had two children and have tried every cream, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels to help reduce my stretch marks and discoloration on my...
I had a tummy tuck 2 weeks ago and I want to know will my upper stomach go down. I am very flat down by my pubic region.
I am having...
It will be a year on September 5, 08 sinc my tummy tuck, lipsuction and body lift and thigh lift. My stomach is still swollen and it can swell within...
I will begin training for my third marathon on the first week of February. However, I am scheduled to have a tummy tuck on January 12. Is that range...
I'm 5'3 and about 235 lbs. I'm looking to get rid of my hanging mid-section. I'm wondering if a tummy tuck would take care of the situation or would I...
Hi there,
One week after Mini-Tummy Tuck to correct diastasis, PS removed 450 cc's and minimal skin, but I am left with the odd upper-abodminal area...
I am going in for a tummy tuck, breast lift, and inner thigh lipo on Feb 12. I have a 5-month-old who, at the time of surgery, will be 7 mos. My...
I have had a handful of consultations and finally found the Dr. to do my Tummy Tuck and Breast lift, but then had a health discovery and I am...
I had a Tummy Tuck 6 months ago, and my belly button is very dark and big/swelling. What caused this, and can this be corrected? Is there a topical...
I had a mini Tummy Tuck 2 years ago, and now I'm unhappy with my upper abdomen area (above the belly button). I want a more smoother, tighter look. ...
I know that it is not advised to have a tummy tuck if I'm not done having children. I don't plan to have another one within 5 years, and I am...
I did a tummy tuck over a year ago, and now I would like to try to have a baby. Can I carry a full term pregnancy after a tummy tuck?
It has been 6 mo. since my tummy tuck, my stomach is looking bloated and fat... I want anouther tuck? Should i get anouther one? I thinck if i...
What is the correct way to do the massage for reducing or prevent the swelling from a seroma? after TT
I am 35 years old and intend to get a tummy tuck. When can I go back to work? How long and why do I have to wear a compression garment after the...
Does my belly button, after 7 weeks of Tummy tuck, look normal?
I have no stretch marks and I have fairly tight skin. I have very severe diastasis. I'll be having a breast augmentation, and was wondering, is...
I had a Tummy Tuck 5 years ago. The scar healed very well and is very low, but I have dog ears on both sides. Is there a way to correct this?
I would like to get a tummy tuck and brazilian butt lift at the same time. Is this possible? I only have 2 weeks off, and I weigh 135 and is 5'4"...
I am 6 weeks post op, had a Tummy Tuck with muscle repair. My doctor told me that now, at 6 weeks, to begin getting off the binder at night, put it on...
I had a tummy tuck with muscle repair almost 4 months ago. My stomach was generally flat before the procedure; I only had massive stretch marks and...
I had a Tummy tuck consultation with a plastic surgeon. I've had two c-sections. I want a full tuck in order to achieve dramatic results. However, I...
I was examined by a general surgeon for repair of a very large broad-based umbilical hernia. During the examination, the surgeon inquired whether I...
Hi, I just wanted to ask if there should be tissue or muscle that is extremely hardened under the skin of the abdomen, after a 3 year old tummy tuck....
I have 3 children, one of which I didn't find out I was pregnant with until 6 months into the pregnancy. This caused a lot of stretch marks, so I...
Is there anything that can be done to re-center a belly button after a Tummy Tuck? Mine is off-center for about 1/4 inches.
I had Liposuction for my chest and a full Tummy Tuck on September 24 2008. Unfortuanetly, I gained 10 kgs after these procedures. Will I get back the...
I have hernias in the abdominal muscles. Is it reasonable to have a plastic surgeon perform the surgery and also do a Tummy Tuck at the same time?...
I have a sore spot on the left side of my belly button that has been sore for a few days. I am six weeks post Tummy Tuck. It burns sometimes, and...
I had a Tummy Tuck more than 2 months ago, and I have a hole in my belly button; it looks like it's open all the way and I'm worried that it might get...
After having two children, I had a full tummy tuck 2 years ago to repair my stomach muscles and remove excess skin. After thinking I had an umbilical...
I've had a Tummy Tuck and Liposuction on my hips two weeks ago. I have now found a lump in my back the size of a marble or slightly bigger. I can now...
I had tummy tuck surgery on 12/26/08. I lost a drain 10 days after, then my right side started swelling. My dr. did additional surgery after 1mo to...
How well does Smart Lipo work on the abdomen and waist areas? After the procedure, should I expect a lot of excess skin that has to be cut away?...
I also have a small issue w/ith diastasis recti, but I don't want a Tummy Tuck. Can I tighten those muscles wth exercise? Thanks!
Its been three weeks since I had a Tummy tuck and I started smoking again but I was wodering what are the signs of skin necrosis?
I have had four c-sections but would like a tummy tuck. Are there any reasons why this would not be carried out after four c-sections?
Is it normal to have a lot of swelling at the groin area 2 weeks after a tummy tuck? I feel like some water just sitting there...
I have stretch marks and loose skin around my belly button. Do I need a tummy tuck or belly button surgery?
I have had bariatric surgery and have lost 74lbs, I am down to 136lbs and been at that weight for about 1.5 months. More importantly I am off of my...
I just had my 3rd baby 6 weeks ago and am wanting a tummy tuck to get rid of the stretch marks that extend to my belly button. I am only 21 years old...
Has anyone here worked on a recurrent diastasis using mesh (what kind recommended?) to support the re-plication of that diastasis? If not mesh, what...
At 4 weeks post abdominoplasty, my drainage is still 60cc/day. What else can be done and what likely outcome am I looking forward to at this...
I don't think this is normal: I had a Tummy Tuck done 10 days ago and there's some clear discharge. That small hole with the yellow inside scares me....
I had a mini Tummy Tuck 3 weeks ago, and the doctor cut out the fat instead of liposuctioning it. I was wondering, does it matter how he took out the fat?
I just had a Tummy Tuck six weeks ago.The first four week after surgery I didn't notice any stretch marks at all. But the last two weeks I started to...
I have a vertical scar center my abdomen that starts above my belly button and goes down not quite to pubic hair line. I have a skin apron lately too...
Does it make a difference on swelling? I notice that people who have Tummy Tucks without drainage seem to be more swollen than tummy tucks done with....
I had a Tummy Tuck with Liposuction 4 months ago. Two weeks later, I was in the I.C.U with a 32 inch blood clot and I had 6 surgical procedures to get...
I do not have a lot of excess skin and fat around my abdomen, but enough that I think I may need a tummy tuck or liposuction. How big of a scar will I...
It's been 7 months since my full tummy tuck w/ lipo on flanks. Very happy with results except for a few complaints. My tummy tuck scar, belly button...
It's been about 10 days since my Tummy Tuck and I haven't had any issues that haven't been answered except that I was using a back brace since my back...
I recently had a full Tummy Tuck, and I also had a mastopexy with augmentation done at the same time, due to 125lb weight loss. Now, I have a knot...
Is it safe to get a Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, Breast Augmentation and Brazilian Butt Lift at the same time? Soon, I am going to get all those...
I had a Tummy Tuck 14 mos ago. The actual flatness of my stomach is good; however, much more important to me is how it appears. The scar is way too...
I had Tummy Tuck three years ago to improve my looks and give me more confidence, but instead I feel I have allowed myself to be mutilated. My scar is...
I'm having a Tummy Tuck, Breast lift and augmentation in a few months. What type of clothes can I wear after? Many people say that because of the...
GEEZ Plastic surgeons vs Dermotoligists vs Cosmetic surgeons. Can someone plese be straight? For the good of the good ole patient. I am looking to...
Is the Avelar method the same as lipo-assisted adominoplasty? After having six children, I was not able to get all the fat removed from my tummy...
I developed a seroma after having a large tummy tuck. Dr. placed drains back in, and I continued to drain for one month. Then he took me back to...
I just need a little help in the abdomen area but didn't want to be cut from hip to hip. Just wondering if they can tighten things up through the...
I had smartlipo 6 months ago. I have a swollen looking belly button, long rolls of fat on both sides of my lower abdomen, and lumps left around...
I've done a lot of research on Tummy Tuck and about the doctor I have choosen to do the procedure. I'm feeling great and excited about it. I only have...
I am 5'6" 258 lbs. I am dieting and exercising to lose weight but have a large pannus and I would like to get a Tummy tuck now. Is there a...
I am 9 weeks post tummy tuck, my upper abdomen (between my belly button and under my breast) seems more swollen at times, usually in the afternoon...
I had a Tummy Tuck 12 weeks ago. I feel a lump about 1/3 of an inch slightly above the belly button and another smaller one below the breastline. ...
What is the best tightening treatment or device for sagging post-pregnancy belly? It's not a fat issue, just excess thin skin that appears quite...
I am 21 and have had 2 children, and I'm left with a huge over hang on my belly. If I held the excess skin up and pushed it in, I would lose about two...
I am a 30-year-old male with a slight (1-2 finger size) diastasis recti. My doctor states this is no need for concern but being a therapist I am...
I am 39 and a non-smoker. I have a tummy tuck 2 weeks ago but still fear complications. When are you "out of the woods" for such things as...
Two years after my Tummy Tuck, my upper belly is still bulging. I do crunches and weights and it still pops out past my lower belly. Why is it still...
I am scheduled to have my long awaited tummy tuck on December 30th. I decided to wait until after my sons wedding in November as I did not want to...
I had liposuction on my stomach area 15 months ago. The dr was too aggressive (and didn't use tumescent). I now have much rippling that goes up to my...
I went to the ER for problems urinating and found a mass pushing on my ureters and bladder (fibroid) had removed and had to lose my uterus...
I am scheduled for a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and a breast reduction. Can anyone give me some tips to insure the best possible recovery?...
I'm a 42-year old personal trainer who lifts weights heavily and on a regular basis. I've given birth to and nursed four wonderful children- the...
How much weight can be lost with a mini tummy tuck or regular tummy tuck? I'm not that overweight, but I was just wondering if it would make a...
How long after a tummy tuck and body sculpting can another baby be planned? I am a single mom who is scheduled on June 23rd for a tummy tuck and body...
I had a Tummy Tuck three weeks ago. I still have a large, very wavy abdomen. No drains were used after surgery. The doctor now says I have a blood...
I had a full Tummy Tuck about 2 years ago, 9 months after I had twins via C-section. I was very unhappy with my results, because from the belly button...
I am 46 yrs. old and I have had 4 c-sections and another c-section for a hysterectomy last year in May 2008. Would it be too soon to consider having a...
I'm 3 1/2 months post Tummy Tuck. What is this bulge above and below my belly button? It looks like a hotdog when I contract or use my muscles and do...
I have abdominal separation and umibilical hernia, but I am more concerned about baggy skin on my stomach. I want it removed without getting my...
Hi, I have had two children and I'm no longer happy with my tummy. I'm really wanting an opinion on whether or not I would benefit from a Mini tummy...
I am 22 years old, and I hate how my post-pregnancy tummy looks. I lost the weight after the pregnancy, but I still have a bulge and stretch marks...
I had a Tummy Tuck 6 weeks ago. I tried going back to my usual workout (biking, jogging, toning, weights), but I felt pain in the upper right muscle...
I'm 22 days post Tummy Tuck, muscle repair, and Liposuction, and having local swelling. Why am I only swollen above incision? What could have cause...
I have SLE (lupus), but it has been under control for the past year and I'm no longer under medication. Is it safe for me to undergo Tummy Tuck?
After having had three c-sections, my lower belly has loose skin and a huge smiley face. I would like to know, is it common for insurance to cover...
I'm an American who moved to Australia and I had my Breast augmentation done in the states 2 years ago. I am thinking about using my 6 week leave to...
I am six weeks post Tummy Tuck. I have been sneezing a little more than usual due to allergies. It burns and hurts so bad. How long before a sneeze or...
I had a tummy tuck last year in August but my stomach is not as flat as I wanted it. My question is: if I go to the gym and work out, can I get a...
I had full Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair and Liposuction 9 days ago. I still have my drains, and a lot of swelling in the flank area. Is this normal?...
I had a full Abdominoplasty about 7 months ago. I still seem to have swelling in the upper abdominal area. From the navel down is actually flat, but...
I had a Tummy Tuck and Lipo on August 2006; I was at 197 lbs after 3 kids. I have been hitting the gym since January 2008. I can see and feel my abs...
I'm 5'2" and 120 lbs. A year ago, I had twins weighing 6lb 7oz and 6lb 14oz. My skin was stretched to the max, which resulted to "twin...
How can you make sure you have found a very good plastic surgeon? I want a Breast reduction and Tummy Tuck but I'm afraid it will end up a disaster. ...
I was advised to wait 4 weeks (30 days) since my Tummy Tuck surgery to have an intercourse. I didn't listen and engaged in sexual activity within the...
I had a full tummy tuck 12 days ago and I'm wondering what activities to avoid and how long ... As well I cannot stand straight yet is this normal?...
My TT incision is very low (right on my pubic hairline). I have a "ridge and my pubic area looks puffy. its been 3 weeks. Will this ridge really...
Today is my 22nd day post-op from a full Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift. Five days ago, I bent over and seemed to pull something. Right afterwards I felt...
I am 6 months out from a full abdominoplasty and my stomach doesn't look the way I thought it would (even though it is way better than it was!).
My...
After my Tummy Tuck 9 months ago, I still have a pooch in my lower tummy. I can suck it in, but it is still noticable. I know there is no muscle...
I still can't stand to touch my stomach and I'm 3 weeks post Tummy Tuck. I am supposed to be massaging my scar and my stomach, but it feels like...
I had 2 c sections in my mid to late 30's and 4 years later I cannot get rid of the skin below my belly button. I am trying to decide if I am a...
I've gained about 10 lbs since I had a Tummy Tuck a year and a half ago. My right side did not heal as well as my left. It looks puffy/swollen now,...
Is it possible for the pelvic anatomy to be distorted during Tummy Tuck, through the imbrication of the muscle and fascia?
I am a 19-year type 1 diabetic. I have not had any problems with my weight management through out the course of my life. I exercise regularly and...
I had a full Tummy Tuck with Liposuction and hernia repair 6 weeks ago. I have left over fat and loose skin above my belly button. My plastic...
Now 4 weeks post session, a seroma has developed (according to my dr.) I go weekly and she doesn't want to irrigate because of the risk of infection....
I had tummy tuck with muscle repair 3 months ago, and my post op abdomen hardly looks any different from my pre op. I have no excess fat; I am very...
Before getting plastic surgey, like a tummy tuck, did you go crazy rollercoaster with emotions. i am super sad/scared one day, excited the next. i...
My plastic surgeon will be fixing an incisional hernia while I'll also be having a removal or replacement of Breast implants, as well as a Breast lift...
I am only 19 and after having my son, I have loose baggy skin with wrinkles. At a consultation i was told a full tummy tuck with hernia...
How long is the downtime of abdominal liposuction as compared to tummy tuck?
I had a full Tummy Tuck almost 3 months ago. I am in excellent health, don't smoke, never had children. When sitting, my belly rests on my thighs....
I had Gastric Bypass 11/18/08 and I have so far lost 95 lbs. I'm now 158 lbs, and hoping to lose another 15 lbs. Is it too early for a Tummy Tuck?
I am male, 46, and have an extended belly, but no fat, no loose skin, none of the indicators that Liposuction and Tummy Tucks are relevant. I have...
I had a tummy tuck about 2 weeks ago my Dr. did not suggest a compression garment will not having one ruin my results or will it just make healing longer?
Two days ago, I drove (with permission) on two short trips. I needed to pull my seat closer to the wheel of the car. I inadvertently...
I am having Smart Lipo with suction done on my upper back and flanks in a few days. I also plan to have a Tummy tuck, Breast augmentation with Lift...
I had a full Tummy tuck, Breast augmentation, and Liposuction of the hips and outer thighs 4 weeks ago. I immediately noticed the results of the outer...
Do you think my belly button will open up and look more natural after everything starts to relax and heal? How long before my belly button starts to...
I am a 36 yr old, African-American female who had twins 15 yrs ago. During the delivery I had to have an emergency c-section and instead of a bikini...
I am 3 weeks post Tummy Tuck and wide area Liposuction, and I can see great results. I'm just concerned that my belly button is high. Is that from...
I am two weeks post-op from my tummy tuck. I am happy with how flat my belly is but I'm not happy with the results of my stretch marks I still have...
I am ready for a tummy tuck. I have 2 kids and lost a lot of weight (85pounds). I have two good doctors that I have narrowed it down to. How do I know...
I had a Tummy Tuck 3 weeks ago. I'm completely off medication; but it's hard to sleep because I wake up in pain (but not enough to take drugs). Is it...
I am only 19 and after having my son, I have loose baggy skin with wrinkles. At a consultation i was told a full tummy tuck with hernia...
My breasts were sagging and I was a 34 B so decided to have surgery. It's been 2 weeks since I had Breast Lift and Augmentation (255 cc) combined with...
Is it safe to have a tummy tuck 6 months after giving birth through C-section?
I had a TT 2 1/2 weeks ago and I am feeling lightheaded. Sometimes I have to sit down because I feel like I might pass out. I'm not sure if I am...
I had a tummy tuck 2 weeks ago. The pain and soreness I feel at the top of my belly just below my chest is the most tender pain in the world. Is this...
I am looking to get a Brazilian Butt Lift and a Tummy Tuck. Is it better to lose as much weight or fat for my tummy tuck, than to not lose weight and...
I had a full tummy tuck 17 months ago. I still have to wear a compression garments all day and I take them off about 2 hours before bed. I stand and...
Is my Tummy Tuck scar placed too high if it's 3 inches below new belly button, and 1 inch higher than top of pubic line? Are most tummy tuck scars...
I am 9 weeks post op from tummy tuck. The entire muscle around the belly button is still swollen, hard, and sore. I also have two red marks and the...
I had a full Tummy Tuck. I went back to my doctor so he could fix the "dog ears" on the flanks. I never had the front liposuctioned. Was I...
I am 24 years old and I have two kids. After giving birth I was left with a trouble tummy. I just went to the doc yesterday and she told me that I...
My wife has had 3 C-sections. Her muscle tone is excellent but she does have loose skin and stretch marks over her rock hard abs. Is there anything...
I am 4 weeks post Tummy Tuck, can I go swimming in a pool? I have no complications, except for a tiny bump between breastbones.
I have loose tummy skin after my pregnancies. I am yellow skinned and do not heal well from a scar at all. Is there a way to do a Tummy tuck only...
I had a tummy tuck with muscle repair 2-1/2 weeks ago I slipped and fell flat on my back. I felt a pull in my abdomen. Could I have harmed my muscle...
I had bad Smart Lipo done 6 month ago. After the procedure, I have a lot of lax skin from under my breast to my belly. I think I need reverse Tummy...
I had a Tummy Tuck 6 years ago, and a colon resectioning 2 years ago. I have gained a lot of fat due to inactivity. Can I have another Tummy Tuck...
I am scheduled on April 24 for a Mini-Tummy Tuck and upper abs liposuction. My stretch marks were all the way above my belly button. I am 5'4",...
Which procedure should be done first between Tummy Tuck and Brazilian Butt Lift with fat grafting? Should I do the butt augmentation first to make...
I had my full tummy tuck on 8th January I wear my after garment all the time I have lost all confidence with out it I feel frightened when i havent...
I had a Tummy Tuck and Liposuction 20 days ago. I also had a Breast lift with Augmentation 4 days ago. How long should I wear the girdle? What...
I have already scheduled my Tummy Tuck for next month but want to make sure I am making a good decision. I am 5'8" & 200 lbs, although I am...
Is it okay to have a Tummy Tuck done by a general surgeon during abdominal hernia repair? Is it also healthy to perform this procedure on a 65 year...
I am contemplating Smartlipo on the back of my legs (thighs), hips, back, and arms before I have a full Tummy Tuck. I am about 5'5" and weigh...
Is a mini tummy tuck less painful than a full, regular tummy tuck?
If my skin is loose all over my body because of aging, would I still be a good candidate for abdominoplasty?
I had a Tummy Tuck (5 weeks ago) performed by a plastic surgeon. At the same time, I had an umbilicus hernia repaired by a general surgeon, and pelvic...
I am considering a Breast Lift (and augmentation) and a Tummy Tuck. I am very active and in good overall shape. I have 2 children one is 3 and one is...
I am 8 months post tummy tuck with muscle repair. I have a hard bulge around my belly button area, and pulling "stuck" sensations with...
I am 5'6" ,128 lbs, and 26. I had a breast aug 4 years ago (sub muscular) and I am having a tummy tuck in a week. Which one is more painful. ...
1. From a 1 to 10 scale (1 being the lowest), how painful would it be post-procedure?
2. Does it help to take multi-vitamins and do aerobics everyday...
I had a full tummy tuck about a year ago and am still having problems with a hypertrophic scar. Starting at six months, my surgeon tried silicon cream...
I had a Tummy Tuck 4 weeks ago. I am puffy around my waist. I was told I had a seroma and they drained it, but I'm still very puffy. When will I...
I am 5'10 5'11 and I weigh around 215 lbs. I know I should be around 180-190. I have a large frame. What procedure could I take, Liposuction or Tummy...
I had a Tummy Tuck and lipo just two weeks ago. I am not very patient so I was wondering, for how long will I have the tight sensation on my lower...
I had Tummy Tuck with Liposuction 6 weeks ago. What are the best exercises after these procedures?
Are yeast infections enough to have your insurance company pay for a tummy tuck? My primary doctor told me that I could have about 10 pounds of fat...
Can an allergy to Vicryl cause little pus blisters below the suture line?
I am two years post complete tummy tuck. My question is that my upper abdomen is still sore and bulges out over the lower. Should I be concerned? My...
I am 35 and have constantly battled with my weight. I am 5'2" and currently weigh 180. I have weighed as much as 200 and have gone up and down...
A year and a half ago, I had an emergency surgery to repair a bowel perforation, which occurred during a vaginal hysterectomy. The vertical abdominal...
When can I start smoking again? its been 2 weeks since I had Tummy Tuck surgery and I feel just fine. No pain at all.
I am 5’5”, 174 lbs, and 3.5 weeks post op from abdominal myomectomy for fibroids. Prior to surgery, I needed to lose 15 pounds and had...
I want to get a Tummy Tuck and Liposuction but I have a pacemaker. Can I still have these procedures done? Does there need to be extra precautions ...
I've been thinking about having a Tummy Tuck. Can I still have kids after it?
After I had my last daughter, my doctor found an umbilical hernia. I was scheduled for surgery and decided to have a tummy tuck at the same time...
I want to have Liposuction on my back and flanks, Brazilian Butt Lift, and a Tummy Tuck. Would it be safe to have all these done at the same time?
Just curious what the price range is for abdominoplasty surgery...
I had a Tummy Tuck on 10/2008 and a re-do on 3/2009. Many years previous to the Tummy Tuck, I had abdominal Liposuction and apparently, there was scar...
I sneezed without the binder on two different occasions, for bandage re-dressing and shower. I'm afraid I busted a stitch. Can you bust a stitch from...
I am 6 days post “custom” tummy tuck and am very concerned about what the results will look like. Once the swelling goes down, will I have...
I am 7-8 weeks post op from a tummy tuck and am experiencing extreme senstivity, burning, shocking feelings throughout my abdomen, scar and pubic area...
Today, I woke up with increased swelling 2-3 inches above my incision from Tummy Tuck. I feel more uncomfortable and have increased...
Due to a second recurrent diastasis, my surgeon is leaning towards endoscopic surgery to retighten the diastasis this time, instead of opening me up...
I have loose skin below the belly button and my stomach sticks out. My PS is recommending a mini Tummy Tuck with lowering the belly button by 1 to 2...
I will be 53 in a few months. I've been obese most of my adult life. I've lost 155 lbs via diet and exercise. I'm left with a lot of loose, saggy skin...
When I stand, my tummy looks flat. My lower abdomen is kinda puffy. When I bend over, my tummy sags. I am wondering, can the muscle repair be done...
I am 5 months post tummy tuck surgery and am generally pleased with the results. I have the typical numbness/sensation changes to the abdominal area...
I had a full tummy tuck on 3-16-09. While my lower abdomen looks amazing compared to the way it use to look, I am not completely satified with my...
I'm still sleeping with my legs up and on incline with my back and it's day 15 after my procedure. It's hard to sleep for more than 2 hours at a time...
I had a Spinal Fusion surgery in 2006. I'll be having Tummy Tuck and Liposuction on my back hip area, and I'd like to know, will the pain be most...
I recently had a Tummy Tuck consultation with a plastic surgeon. I'm 5'3, 110 lbs, and I want a full Tummy Tuck, but might end up with an upside-down...
I'm getting a full tummy tuck for my "paper thin" fascia, belly button hernia will get fixed, plus skin removal. Although my physical...
I have been working out a lot and have great muscle definition on my legs, butt and upper arms. However, it has made no difference to my abdominal...
10 months into tummy tuck and fascia detached due to loose suture, in pain most of time. what can be done? surgery done in dominican republic
I am 5'10" right now and I weight 215 lbs. I am looking to have a Liposuction or Tummy tuck surgery will doing this help me get to the ideal...
I have a small umbilical hernia which has been exacerbated by two previous laparoscopies and having a baby. The surgeon I have seen wants to make a...
I am 30 years old, generally healthy, active, etc. I am going in for my first consult next week for a TT and possible breast augmentation (TT is my...
I have researched the Tummy Tuck procedure extensively. Online, I have been coming across people who, at 3-5 years post op, have flat lower abs but...
I had a full Tummy Tuck on Oct 17, 2008. Five months later, I still have stitches on my hips. My plastic surgeon says maybe next month they'll come...
About the Tummy Tuck, how are the drainage hoses removed? Is it extremely painful?
Will Tummy Tuck take care of loose skin and stretch marks? I have both and I just turned 19 years old. I hate not being able to wear a bathing suit,...
I am 12 days out from a Tummy Tuck, and I still have one drain in. I am 5'4" and 120 pounds. I've had two pregnancies, the most recent was...
I had tummy tuck surgery on May 2007. Now on March 2009, I smelled a bad odor coming from my belly button right ater a shower, with a richly...
Is the pouched look 4 weeks after tummy tuck just swelling? I had a full Tummy Tuck 4 weeks ago and now I'm nervous because I still look like I have a...
I Have a LARGE ventral hernia, and I would like to know if have a Tummy Tuck would be a good idea at the same time of my hernia surgery?This is my 4th...
I want to make sure I get great results. I want a beautiful flat belly. I want to be able to wear my sexy two piece bikinis again. Which between full...
What is the recovery like doing a Tummy tuck and Breast lift at the same time? Should i do them together or two seperate surgeries?
How does coughing or sneezing affect one's sutures after a Tummy Tuck?
I know that some surgeries (kidney transplant, breast augmentation) have been performed with incisions through the belly button. Have Tummy Tuck...
I had my Full Tummy Tuck Lipo on hips ,waist under and sides of breasts Breast lift with implant .3 weeks ago after the operation I needed two...
I had a Tummy Tuck almost 3 years ago, and I gained about 5 to 10 lbs in my stomach. If I exercise and wear the stomach shaper, will my stomach get...
I have had 6 babies who are all over 9 lbs, and have major muscle seperation. I have hated my stomach since having my first child, and wish to get it...
I had Liposuction on my hips, thighs, and torso along with a Tummy Tuck about 8 months ago, and nothing changed after the first two months of the...
Hello, I am a 39 year old woman. I have never been pregnant, but I have quite the pouch and some fat rolls. The muscles under my abdominal fat seem to...
I am 9 months post op from Tummy Tuck. All went well with surgery and recovery. Last month, I suddenly began to have searing, burning pain just under...
Dear Doctors,
When I was 17, I lost 80 lbs over 8 months. Now I'm a medium (soft) kind of build, 25, 6'1", 177lbs. I go to gym 7 days a week...
I had a consultation today for a Breast Augmentation and a Tummy Tuck. The doctor said that I would need to stop smoking 6 weeks before surgery. Is...
I'm a 21 year old male. I just had a tummy tuck one week ago. Before surgery i had tight abs under my loose skin. I got the surgery to show my abs....
I'm at 3 weeks post op from Tummy Tuck. Can I have a glass of wine? I have no complications, I'm not in pain, and not taking pain meds.
How long after a c-section hysterectomy do I need to wait to have surgery to fix my rectus diastasis? I am 7 weeks post-surgery and I can't take the...
After having Tummy Tuck, I am having twitching and jerking in my arms hands and legs. Is this normal? Could this be tissue damage?
I had a tummy tuck 3 yrs ago. Last year i had lapascopy surgery on my tummy, then I also had to have my gallblader removed. One...
In 6 months, I'm having a Tummy Tuck. Is it adviceable to loose extra weight now? However, I can only loose about 5kg. because after that, my...
My doctor is board certified. I'm getting nervous about having a Tummy Tuck with Liposuction and Breast augmentation at the same time, to be done in...
I am considering having a hybrid tummy tuck. I do not have much loose skin, just muscle that needs to be tightened. I have a 4 year old and 1.5 year...
I am 15 days PO from a full Tummy Tuck, muscle repair, and Liposuction. I was swollen on the lower half and flat at the top. My swelling was nearly...
Hi,
I had a tummy tuck just over 4 weeks ago. I went back about 10 days later; they said I had a seroma, and they used 4 large syringes to drain it....
I will be having a tummy tuck and with that, they will be fixing a hernia along with implants and a lift. I have a 3 year old and a 6 month old....
I workout, do Pilates, and work with a trainer. I have NEVER been able to get rid of my "tummy." I look fat in a swimsuit. Should I get a...
Can I use an abdominal muscle toner after having abdominal mesh hernia repair operation?
I have had several consultations with different plastic surgeons about having a Tummy Tuck done. Two of the plastic surgeons told me that they would...
I'm having a Tummy Tuck, Brazilian Butt Lift, Liposuction, and Breast Implants all done in one surgery. How will I lay down?
I have had overlying skin on my lower abs since I was quite young due to the loss of weight. I then had two c-sections, hysterecotomy and the fat just...
Prescription or non-prescription. I want to be sure to do the right thing to ensure my scars heal properly and are less noticeable. What's best in...
I had my child 6 yrs ago. I'm still real skinny from my pregnancy.
The day after surgery, I had to start on inhalers for shortness of breath because I felt like I couldn't fully inflate my lungs. I have also developed...
Is ten days a significant amount of days to ask off for work to have a Tummy Tuck? I am worried about the drain. I don't want to take the drain to...
Is it okay to remove your compression garment long enough to wash it after surgery? I didn't think ahead enough to purchase an alternate.
Hi, I am considering having abdominoplasty as I have a large diastasis from pregnancy and an umbilical hernia. I am worried about a foreign body, ie:...
After tummy tuck for tram flap the tummy scar was very tight, red and itchy. 9 months post op and my PS inject the area with multiple cortisone shots....
I had a Tummy Tuck and I still have some stretch marks. My stomach looks way better, but I'm concerned that when the swelling goes down, I'll back to...
I am 6 weeks post op with stomach hardness and lumps, when will these go away? I have been getting 2-3 massages a week deep tissue. Anything to do to...
I had a Tummy Tuck almost 2 months ago and I am almost 2 stones heavier since then. I also can't wear clothes that fitted me before the procedure. Is...
I have fluid build-up above my belly button after having a Tummy Tuck 4 months ago. Will the fluid ever go away or will I have to be drained for the...
I have lost about 20 lbs. and a little flap of loose skin is now hanging over my originally horizontal-shaped navel. I have no loose skin from the...
Should I get Tummy Tuck, Smart Lipo or Mini Tummy Tuck? I am 20 years old with 2 kids and I want to know what would be best to improve my belly.
I love my new look but had recently put on 10lbs since my surgery 9 mts ago. What exercise and diet should I do and be on to lose the 10lbs. I look...
Is it safe to do a Tummy Tuck (fleur de lis) and inner Thighplasty together safe or is it too much cutting? Does it increase the risk of blood loss...
Recently, I had a Tummy Tuck with inguinal hernia repair about 8 weeks ago. My plastic surgeon stated I could have a mini Tummy Tuck. Turns out I had...
The one i was given in the hospital was way too big so i have not been wearing it. Should i get one to wear that fits or will it heal just fine with...
I weigh 190 lbs. I haven't had any children, but my stomach looks like I could be 4-5 months pregnant. I have no stretch marks on my stomach and the...
It's been 7 years since the birth of my last daughter and I look like I'm several months pregnant. Will my insurance cover my Tummy Tuck for diastasis...
I am due to have a abdominal hysterectomy with vertical incision in a couple of month's time. I have asked about cosmtic surgery or Tummy Tuck at same...
Can a TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) unit can be used for nerve stimulation and massaging after tummy tuck, and if so, does it help?
I am having a Tummy tuck tomorrow. I drank the fluid to clean your bowels, after 1 hour I vomited. My PS said not to work just stay on liquid diet....
Heres a good question and I'm sure the BEST person to ask would be a plastic surgeon/fitness expert.
Is it INEVITABLE to be left with a fat stomach...
I had abdominoplasty (extensive muscle repair without any liposuction) 5 months ago to correct a severe diastasis recti that was causing back pain and...
I had Tummy tuck and Liposuction. I am two weeks post-op, abdominoplasty and liposuction around my hips. My current weight is 129. I am a 35 year old...
I've manage to gain some weight back after having a tummy tuck 3 years ago. Relaxed, my abs show a slight bulge now. Are there specific exercises I...
I've recently lost a significant (>50lbs) amount of weight and have loose skin around my stomach. I'm contemplating a tummy tuck, but have been...
I wanted to have a Tummy Tuck until I heard about body Thermage, am I better off putting my money towards Tummy Tuck?
Is it possible to have a Tummy Tuck without having to do a lot of muscle work, and just remove the extra fat? Liposuction is not an option for me...
How long does it take for the upper abdominal region to "loosen up" or feel less taught following Tummy Tuck? I am also wondering if this is...
I have had 8 abdominal surgeries for cysts. I have adhesions. Also dx: undifferentiated connective tissue disease
I had a Tummy Tuck with Lipo in flanks area 7 weeks ago. Before my Tummy Tuck, all I had was a pouch in the front and I'm 5'7 in height, weighing...
I have loose skin and stretch marks on the lower tummy and what looks like a fat pocket above my belly button. I don't care about being able to wear...
I had a pituitary adenoma and gained weight very quickly. I have been exercising-- and am 5'6 at 220. it seems the bulk of everything is...
My sister had Lipo as part of a scar revision. I had some lipo and a Tummy Tuck and wore a drain. She did not.
I had Tummy Tuck with muscle repair and Liposuction to the hips and flanks almost 4 weeks ago. I'm still really swollen, especially in my upper abs....
When I had my c-section 6 years ago and went to have my staples removed, they discovered hematomas behind the staples.
My wound needed to be...
I am 3 weeks post-op from Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck. My surgeon didnt have to tighten my abs, so I believe my healing would be faster. He said I...
I'm a 30-year-old male that has dealt with loose skin after a 50 lbs weight loss in my teens. I've totally transformed and I'm very athletic with...
Will oblique repair be beneficial for someone who has had rectus muscle diastasis repaired, but still has a protruberant abdomen? I would really...
I'm BRCA 1 positive and I'm looking to have nipple sparing bilateral Mastectomy. Plus a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH), and as a gift to myself, a...
I am scheduled for tummy tuck. I am wondering if my waist will only lose the extra skin or will it actually have an effect on the size and curve.
The...
It had been 12 days since my Tummy Tuck and I can't fit into my jeans yet. Is this normal? I thought I would be smaller. I don't have the roll of fat...
How much pain is involved with a Tummy Tuck as compared to a C-section?
I want a Tummy Tuck because where the fat hangs, I'm always taking care of rashes and small cuts. This is very painful and I need help to tuck the...
It has been 30 days since I had Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift. What types of exercise are safe for me to do?
Is it normal or am I supposed to have so much pain after Tummy Tuck? Will the numbness ever go away? Was it something I did that caused me to bleed so...
I have this deep down itching, which I would say is still severe after 3 years. It is usually worse at night and feels horrible. The itching is the...
I had Tummy Tuck done 9 weeks ago. I am more swollen in the upper abdomen and above incision line since I stopped wearing the binder 2 weeks ago. Can...
I have just had a ventral (umbilical) hernia repair. The surgeon says it was mostly omentum. Two years ago, I had a large inguinal hernia, and mesh...
Are new belly buttons after Tummy Tuck supposed to look like holes, or do they differ with amount of skin placed in the center of them?
I have horrible scarring (the incision line above pubic area is zig-zag) and fatty deposits around side and love handles that were not there before...
I had a full abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) almost four years ago. While it looks very good, it has always felt like I have a belt around my waist that...
I'm curious as to the different ways to make a 'new' belly button during abdominoplasty. I've heard of different techniques. What kinds are there? I...
I have slowly been doing excercises and do not mind working out to lose the post-pregancy bulge before deciding that I need to have some kind of...
Are loose skin and rolls normal even when I sit down after a Tummy Tuck? Plus, I still look pouchy. I had a full Tummy Tuck about a month ago and I'm...
I had a Tummy Tuck 9 days ago and my tummy is not very tight. It looks flatter (there is some swelling) but it feels soft. Is that normal?
I have 2 questions. First I want to know if muscle pain is normal and how long it should last. And I would also like to know if the 2 stitches that...
Is there anyway to just have your skin removed instead of a Tummy tuck that involves the muscles? I know a Tummy tuck would be the preferred way to...
I am 7 weeks post Tummy Tuck and still have fluid that builds up, though it seems to be decreasing weekly. At last drainage, it was under 10 cc's for...
I'm about one month out from a full abdominoplasty w/ liposuction on my flanks and tummy. At first I healed extremely well and my swelling was going...
I have had my Tummy Tuck 3 years ago, and I woke up this morning with abdominal pain. It felt like the wire from the stitches that were loose, and I...
Are there any treatment options hematoma after Tummy Tuck Will it really go away on it's own?
My tummy tuck is 2 days away. I was directed to take iron supplements and eat iron-rich foods due to my HG levels(11.6) Ht (34.9). I purchased Total...
I had two c-sections. Will that cause any issues for a tummy tuck?
Can I have tummy tuck if I have already had surgery on my abdomen for hernia repair? I'm diabetic on insulin, and I look as if i'm ready to give birth...
I am planning on taking a month off work to have a Tummy Tuck and a breast lift with breast implants. Is that enough time off work if I'm a hair stylist?
I had a baby 11 mos. ago and my stomach is flabby and dimpled-like now. It was not this way before, however, I gained 55 lbs in my pregnancy. I have...
What sort of stitches do you get when getting a tummy tuck? Are they dissovable or do you have to get them removed?
I had a tummy tuck 1 1/2 years ago, I still have soreness on the right side of my abdomen along with an area that protrudes out. The left side is...
I am 22 years old and after losing a significant amount of weight I developed many stretch marks on my stomach and very loose skin. Even though I...
My doctor has recommended a 6 hours surgery for a full tummy tuck and liposuction of hips, thighs and knees. He is one of the best board certified...
My scar is much higher than the plastic surgeon and I had discussed. He offered revision. It would be like a Tummy Tuck without muscle repair and...
Does anyone in New York perform a Hybrid Tummy Tuck or Short Scar Tummy tuck?
My wife had a tummy tuck on April 2, 2009, and she had what appeared to be bruising from the bottom of her belly button to the top of the incision. ...
How much can I expect to pay and how safe is a Tummy Tuck with a Butt Lift? I weigh 115 lbs and have really good muscle tone, but it is not visible...
I have had three c-sections, a partial hysterectomy, two laparascopies. When the hysterectomy and laparoscopy were done, the adhesions were removed....
What are the main risks of Hybrid Tummy Tuck?
I work out hard and eat clean all the time. I gained 42 lbs with my daughter, who is now 16. Have never been back down to 110 lbs, but I have lost 30...
I had a Tummy Tuck in 2002. My internal stitches still show up in X-rays. My question is, can the stitches pop open after so long and cause...
I need to get my uterus out. I was wondering if I could have a Tummy Tuck at the same time?
I had a tummy tuck a few years ago, with a follow up procedure for fininshing up. Although I am happy with the improvement in many ways, the results...
I have been doing great 7 weeks after Tummy Tuck. I can even wear smaller clothes. However today, I noticed I have a lump just past my belly button...
A year after my second child, I discovered I had an 2 hernias and had them repaired. I was still having trouble getting my stomach back into shape. ...
I had a Pannulectomy (major tummy tuck & muscle repair) in July 2006 while we were stationed in South Korea. There were some bad dog ears on both...
My belly button 2 weeks post-op is triangular in shape and the lower left (corner - since when do belly buttons have corners!) of the triangle is...
I need Tummy tuck and Breast lift/Breast augmentation after losing a lot of weight. Which procedure is best to have first, Tummy tuck or Breast...
I read this on a message board concerning swelling after a tummy tuck:"...the lymph normally flows towards the groin, but after surgery it cannot...
Will there be difference in size of my waist and belly after tummy tuck? If yes, how much? I am scheduled for a tummy tuck. I am wondering how much...
Can a person get a Tummy Tuck and Liposculpture at the same time?
I am thinking of having a Tummy Tuck. However, on almost all the before and after photos I've viewed (whether here in this site or elsewhere), the cut...
I started exercising at 10 weeks after Tummy Tuck, and I am extremely swollen. Should I stop exercising or will that not help at this point?
I had three pregnancies, the last being twins. I weigh 144 pounds and I'm 169cm tall. I am considering a Tummy Tuck and my surgeon suggests a Mini...
I had an extended Tummy Tuck on 7/14/09. I was clear with the new surgeon about what bothers me most. I am 31 years old and had an old surgical...
I had a Tummy Tuck with upper abdominal Liposuction done 5 1/2 weeks ago. My stomach seemed flatter 2 weeks ago then it does look like so today. I...
I had a Tummy Tuck three years ago and now I am having tightness, almost like a contraction, on the right side of my stomach. It is painful,...
I have a horizontal 5-6" scar across my stomach about a 1/2"-1" above my belly button, from 2 pregnancies with c-sections. Would a...
I am considering Liposuction for my stomach. Why do people choose Tummy Tuck over Lipo?
Do I need to be at an ideal weight before Tummy Tuck and Lipsuction can be performed? I am currently working on losing weight, but I want to go ahead...
How much does a Hybird Tummy Tuck cost? Where can it be done?
Is it safe to have breast lift with breast implants exchange and Tummy Tuck at once?
I have had 4 c-sections and a hysterectomy. I have a pregnant looking stomach and my back is being pulled by the weight of my stomach. I think that I...
8 weeks ago I had a tummy tuck, I had the stomach flu and was throwing up for 24 hours. Now I am afraid I hurt something. I am feeling very sore and...
How can I determine if I am a prone to keloids? And if I am what can I use to prevent it? I'm getting Tummy Tuck done on Tuesday.
Is Tummy Tuck very much like a Hysterectomy procedure? Do you cut through the wall muscle? I am post op 4 weeks hysterectomy - removal of cervix and...
I had a tummy tuck with muscle repair 9 weeks ago. During the surgery my abdominal hernia was also fixed. My lower abdomen feels tight and looks round...
I had a full Tummy Tuck on March 16, 2009. While I am satified with the way my lower abdomen looks, I am not completely satified with the upper...
I am going to have a tummy tuck, breast lift, and breast augmentation done at the same time with a board-certified doctor in Mexico. He says he can...
I am 5 weeks post-op from a tummy tuck. After week 2 I began to get a waterbed wave of fluid across my abs above my incision. The PS removed the...
Is it true after an abdominoplasty when they tighten your muscles and then cut the extra skin off, the tightend muscles wear off after about 10 years...
I am 38 years old and contemplating a Tubal Ligation as well as Abdominoplasty. Can these be preformed together?
Do you think it is too much surgery to do a Tummy Tuck, Breast Reduction and Liposuction of outer thighs at the same time?
How long after tummy tuck before I can start strenuous exercise and weight lifting?
After my Tummy Tuck, my new fake belly button gets sore inside sometimes. I never had that problem with my original belly button. What is causing it?
I want to make sure my tummy tuck plastic surgeon is highly-educated and certified but am not sure how to do that.
I had a Tummy Tuck 10 months ago. Is it normal for the inside of my stomach to itch, especially around my the navel, after the procedure? Is there...
I have recently been diagnosed as a diabetic and need to lose a substantial amount of weight. I think I may be left with a large flap of skin in my...
I am 5 months post-op from a great Tummy Tuck plus Lipo to flanks/hips. However, now I am getting abdominal pain, soreness, and swelling that I did...
I read that a dr. says adbominoplasty is pyschologicaly demanding. what does this mean? is it very difficult to handle emotionally the pain and...
I think I might need revision on the sides, where the incision end on each side. There is a slight overhang of fleshy skin. I was advised by my doctor...
Is it better to strengthen your stomach muscles prior to having a tummy tuck, or should you wait until after the surgery?
I need to have a Scar revision and Liposuction after my Tummy Tuck - for this I will only have to pay hospital costs.Can I request that I have a...
The scar on the full Tummy Tuck scares me; is there anyway you can cut a circle around the belly button and pull the skin in to make the new belly button?
I had Liposuction about 10yrs ago on my stomach, thighs, and butt area. Two years ago, I had a baby via C-Section. Now, i'm trying to get down to a...
I had a Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift on 2/23/09. I am currently 6 weeks post-op. So far, I am extremely happy with my results, but I do have one concern...
I am considering having a Tummy Tuck due to loosing approx. 70 lbs. over the past 2-3 years. The only concern I have is had 5 hernia repairs in the...
I've lost approx.100 lbs and now have very saggy skin. I am considering having a Breast Lift, Tummy Tuck, and Arm Lift. Would it be dangerous to have...
I am planning to get a tummy tuck done in las vegas, but I've heard it is very expensive. I have only $5000.00. Thanks
I am 48 years old, 5'3'', 145 lbs, exercise regularly, never had children, and good skin tone. I do have a pooch below my belly button and have had it...
I just got a blood test done and all of my tests were negative. I am 5'8" tall, 149 lbs, and phsyically fit. However, the test did reveal that I...
I have been wearing micropore tape over my Tummy Tuck scar since the stitches came out. How often should I change this tape? My PS said that it should...
Hi, my husband is considering an Abdominoplasty. He is 63 years old and carries all his weight in his belly. He has back problems and cannot do any...
I'm two weeks out from a full Tummy Tuck with hernia and diastasis repair. With permission, I've started light cardio and stretching (elliptical 30...
I now think my best option is a normal Tummy Tuck. I'm just a bit concerned about my navel piercing. What will happen in this case? Will it scar? The...
I have a vertical scar from approximately the top of my rib cage, down passed my navel just above my underwear line. It is an operation scar from a...
I am having a Tummy Tuck 11 weeks before I am getting married. I am a 39-year-old female, 5'3", 119 lbs, I've never smoked, and I'm pretty active...
Hi. I had my tummy tuck 2 yrs ago although it has healed fine. The scar is high and I was wondering, can’t it be lowered? And is there a reason...
I had two children by c-section. My obgyn decided to cut me from my bellybutton down to my pubic bone. I look as if I have a butt instead of a stomach...
I'm 3 days post Tummy tuck. Will this vertical bunching up of my skin after Tummy tuck go away? Doctor said it happened because he had to pull muscles...
5 days ago, (16 days Tummy Tuck post-op) I noticed a bump between my breastbones. I think it's a suture. I called my doctor and he said not to worry...
Can you have a Tummy Tuck if you are on blood pressure medication?
I had an emergency C section with lots of complications. I had blood transfusions and they discovered clots in both my lungs (I was actually...
I have severe stretch marks from pregnancy that go above my belly button. How much of this can I expect to reduce with a Tummy Tuck? I am within...
After my C-section I notice that my muscles protrude where they were not stiched back together from the belly button up. I have some wrinkled skin...
My stomach is still swollen, hard, and sore 2 months after Tummy Tuck surgery. The fluid has been removed 3 times. The doctor released me and said it...
I had a tummy tuck and some lipo work done in March of 07. Before the surgery I could see my belly button. Presently, my belly button looks like...
My abs are irregular after Tummy Tuck. The tighter areas are sunken, and the more loose areas are blooped out. It has been over 5 months--what is...
I want to get rid of the belly fat for good, the thing is, I'm not done having children. My belly contains a lot of fat, and I have a severe case of...
I had a tummy tuck about a week ago that included muscle tightening. I want to be able to develop 6 pack abs, and am afraid that the muscle tightening...
I'm having a Tummy Tuck and Liposuction on my hip, near the scar from spinal fusion 2 years ago. Is it safe to have these procedures done on the area?
Why is it that some plastic surgeons won't do multiple procedures at a time?
I wanted to combine procedures to reduce time off of work, with one...
I'm 6 weeks post-op and I'm very concerned about the vertical folds of skin along my belly button after my full Tummy Tuck surgery.
Doctor says it...
I was told by a PS that I do not need Liposuction with my Tummy Tuck procedure. In fact, he told me that he couldn't turn me over on my stomach during...
I'm thinking about getting a tummy tuck. I have 3 kids and that awful hanging tummy flab that won't go away. I'm 5'9", 51, weighing about 190 lbs...
And any other type of plastic surgery.
I'm going into my 4th week after Tummy Tuck. I feel great, but I have this tight feeling, can't lay completely flat, and I'm not completely straight...
I had a Tummy Tuck 19 months ago, and now have permanent nerve damage. An answer from one of the doctors to another post said that it could have been...
Will a Tummy Tuck and Breast augmentation be too much pain to handle?
I live in Oregon but I am spending 3 months with a friend in Sacramento. I have been searching the internet for a quality doctor in Sacramento, CA to...
I had a Tummy Tuck 3 weeks ago, and cannot wear a bathing suit without my scar showing. Can you tell me if there is anything I can do to lighten my...
I had 5 C-sections, one that includes a hysterectomy May of last year. I would love to have a tummy tuck and breast implants. Would the surgeon cut...
I had a full Tummy Tuck and Liposuction on May 27, 2009. All of my stitching is internal and I didn't wear bags for fluid leaks. The stitches on my...
I am just wondering if there is a way to differentiate between a muscle repair failure and swelling. I am almost 3 months Tummy Tuck post-op, and my...
Even after a tummy tuck, my stomach still hangs when I bend down. Is it possible to tighten my stomach muscles further with exercise, or do...
I had a Tummy Tuck on June 11th, and a follow-up on the 19th. My umbilical sutures were removed and everything looked really good so far. However last...
I had my tummy tuck 7 months ago. Ever since I came out of the surgery, I felt I had a bulge, and it feels like something is moving around inside....
What is tummy tuck recovery generally like? If I get it done, what can I expect post-op care, checkups, pain? How long does complete recovery from a...
I am a 44 year old woman. I’ve had 2 C-Sections 15 years ago. There is excess bulge or pouch above c-section scar on left side. Also, my pubic...
I am schedule for a Tummy Tuck soon, I have 2 babies ages 2 1/2 and 1 year old. I was told that I cannot lift anything over 10 lbs. for six weeks....
I'm just under three weeks since having a Tummy Tuck and Lipo on my backside, flanks and outer thighs. I had two drains that were pulled at two weeks...
My stomach muscles split after 5 births. I need to have it repaired, but I am not sure what type of doctor to see first. Should I see my primary...
Do I have to get a Tummy Tuck or will Liposuction give me better results?I have a problem with belly fat. I work out a lot and I still can't seem to...
I'm 4 weeks post op from a full Tummy tuck with muscle repair and Liposuction to hips and flanks. For the last 2 weeks, I hear popping sounds and...
Would it be fine to apply fresh aloe vera directly onto the wound to prevent scarring after a tummy tuck, while taking antibiotics? When I was younger...
I want to have a Tummy Tuck, but I'd like to know if it'll be safe for my current built. I am 5'10" and 225 pounds.
I have torn stomach muscles. I have been getting shots in my stomach for 3 month now to no relief. Will a Tummy Tuck work for this and will my...
I have had 2 c sections I weigh 8st 10 (122 lbs) at 5'2" and comfortable 8 to 10. But I have an overhang from the sections and although I don't...
I was just told that I have a hernia as a result of my full-term twin pregnancy. I am very fit but have a bulge above my belly button (not at...
Are there any medications that would interfere with my recovery after a tummy tuck? I'm just wondering if I need to temporarily stop using my...
I had an aortic valve replacement 5 years ago. I also have kidney problems due to SLE (Systemic lupus erythematosus). I have terrible stretch...
I had a full Tummy Tuck 7 1/2 weeks ago with some Liposuction on the hips for contour. It's very tight in the front when standing, and I do...
I had High Lateral Tension Abdominoplasty. I had a large bulge in my lower abdomen.I had minimal skin laxity and had no extra fat. An ultrasound scan...
I'm 9 days post op Tummy Tuck. I was asked to wear a binder for 6-8 weeks if not my stomach would get bigger. It it is very uncomfortable and caused...
Can you have a Tummy Tuck after colon resectioning and a bag? The bag is gone now and my surgery has been over a year ago. I'm not looking to have it...
I'm 5'3" and now weigh 145 lbs after loosing 75 lbs. I have been looking into getting a Tummy Tuck as I have a lot of excess skin. My only...
Following my Tummy Tuck, I had a severe pain that was not relieved at all by any pain meds & pain pump. This lasted for a week & a half. My plastic...
In how many months? i am curious to know
I had a TT on February 18th. The pain in the center of my stomach is the worst. Is this normal? I thought the pain would be in the lower belly...
I am 23 and have lost 100 lbs but I can not get my tummy to tighten up anymore. I can grab the skin. But I am worried about getting a tummy tuck done...
I had a Tummy tuck five weeks ago along with a hysterectomy. Last night and today I have felt like I have the flu like body aches going on. It is only...
I have a "mommy makeover" scheduled in about a month. I already eat a very balanced diet, take vitamin supplements, and exercise regularly....
When I had my gall bladder out the doctor said my blood pressure dropped very low. Could I handle a Tummy Tuck? And, if so, what precautions...
I have lost 155 lbs and am at my goal weight (via diet and exercise). Now, I need to get all the excess skin removed. I'm scheduled for a Tummy Tuck...
I run 3-4 times a week and lift weights regularly, but I am unable to lose some of the fat from my pregnancy on my stomach. I also have some scar...
Hello! After I took the strap off my tummy, I got bigger by 8cm. Is this normal? I had a tummy tuck surgery a month ago because of a huge weight loss...
I had a Tummy Tuck , and the doctor made a triangular incision all the way around the navel area. The remaining triangular-shaped scar almost...
Over my Tummy Tuck incision line, my belly sticks out about an inch. I think it is swelling, but I am not sure! How can I tell, and how long is this...
Is it normal for my midrif to become a little bit soft and bulgy after time? Should I get some more Liposuction?Also, should I get the little bulgy...
I've had a consultation with a Canadian plastic surgeon. He states that his incisions are low and straight across for the Tummy Tuck. There are other...
On average, how long does it take the pain of the muscle repair with Tummy Tuck to not feel as though you are being ripped apart when you cough?
I...
Will insurance cover any portion of Tummy Tuck if I have back problems?
I had a laparatomy 13 years ago, and am now considering having a Tummy Tuck. What are the risks?
I had a full tummy tuck about 14 years ago. Since then, I had put on weight and have lost it but am now in great shape through eating right and...
I have lost 105 lbs. with gastric bypass and now weigh about 117lbs. I would love to have Breast augmentation and a Tummy tuck. I also would...
After a consult for Smart Lipo, I was told it would not do me much good cause I have a hernia (belly button), my abdominal wall is torn, and my...
I am 8 weeks post-op Abdominoplasty, and want to start running my usual 40+ miles a week for my marathon training. Will I hurt any of my results, pull...
I had a Tummy Tuck 12 weeks ago. My lower abdomen is unnaturally swollen. I had it aspirated 1 ½ weeks ago; only 18ccs were removed. I look...
I am a 25 year old married mother of five beautiful children. My children were all around 10 pounds at birth and left me with very droopy skin under...
I am having a Tummy Tuck soon. I'm just wondering, is it safe to leave my eyelash extentions on during surgery?
I am 48 yrs old and have had 5 full term births. I am 5'9" tall and weigh about 140 lbs. I had a full tummy tuck on 2/2/09, mainly because the...
Just wondering How soon I can get back to running and taking step aerobics after a Tummy Tuck with NO muscle repair? I am 2 weeks and 5 days?
What is the down time of a Tummy Tuck versus an ab liposuction? Also, how long will it be before you see results of Tummy Tuck versus ab lipo?
I've had a Gastric bypass (8 years out) and now I need to have a hernia repair re-done. I want to have a Tummy Tuck at the same time. Is this possible...
I had Tummy Tuck 3 months ago, and I've been getting what I think is swelling for about a month now. It wasn't so bad for the first 8 weeks. I can...
I am 25 years old and I have had 5 kids, and my body is a little worse for ware. I had twins and my skin and everything else stretched. Will a Tummy...
Even after a tummy tuck, my stomach still hangs when I bend down. Would a revision tummy tuck cost as much as my initial tummy tuck?
My belly button isn't healing after Tummy Tuck in my opinion. It's still quite pink and a bit weepy, but doesn't seem to be infected. My long scar...
I exercise daily for about 1 hour or more. I weigh 180lbs but don't have a thyroid. Is it safe for me to have a Tummy Tuck? I drink maybe once a...
I had a Tummy Tuck 19 months ago. Almost immediately I began experiencing an intense burning sensation in my lower stomach, which my doctor dismissed....
I had a a son 17 months ago and I don't have muscle separation. I've been doing Pilates for 4 months now. I've noticed a difference on the sides and...
I had a Tummy Tuck done 4 weeks ago. I feel that I still have accumulated liquid in my lower abdomen. How do I get it out?
I am noticing on after photos of breast procedure patients that they have new and very pronounced tan lines. My understanding is that sun exposure...
Will I achieve good results from Tummy Tuck? I have had 6 children and have major muscle separation.
I want to get a Tummy Tuck, Brazilian Butt Lift, and Breast Augmentation. The doctor I'm considering said it is possible to get all three at once, and...
Hello, I am 25 years old, 5'2'' tall and I weigh 135 lbs. I have not had a baby yet but I want to have a small tummy tuck and liposuction done all...
I am desperate for help! I had Tummy Tuck 19 months ago and almost immediately began having a horrible burning sensation in my lower abdomen (but the...
I have had four C-sections and have a few areas in my muscle wall that need to be repaired, beyond cosmetic issues. I am only about 10 pounds over my...
I am thinking of getting a Tummy Tuck and Liposuction. I have been taking diet pills for a couple of months does this put me at any greater risk of...
If you have loose fat that jiggles and extra skin, can a Tummy Tuck help you?
I had gastric bypass 4 years ago and lost 200 pounds. I have extra skin on my arms I would like removed and I also would like a Breast lift or Breast...
I have a lot of extra fat below my belly button and a little above it how can I get rid of it? I have tried walking and exercising and it just doesn't...
I had my Tummy Tuck 9 months ago and my tummy muscles are still painful when I roll over to my side while I am in bed. Is this normal for a 64 year...
Iam a female police officer, who has had three children. I am thinking about having a tummy tuck, because when I wear my gun belt, the loose skin...
I had a full Tummy tuck and Liposuction about eight days ago and am experiencing severe pain. The pain feels like needles are poking me in the stomach...
How safe is it to get laser Tattoo removal on the abdominal skin after a Tummy tuck? Should you wait a year or more, until everything is completely...
I am planning a full Tummy Tuck but will be moving about 6 to 8 weeks after the procedure. I am wondering, should I wait to have the surgery until i...
I had a full tummy tuck nearly 15 months ago, and I am still experiencing moderate pain and almost constant swelling. I have experienced spasms I can...
There no local surgeons who perform Brazilian butt lift and Tummy Tuck altogether in my area. If I travel, how long will I need to stay in the area...
I am getting ready to have Liposuction with Tummy Tuck. I wanted to know if there is reason to have a vertical incision with the Tummy tuck?
I'm from Ohio, 30 yr old mother of 14, 2, and 1 year old. I have saggy belly that hangs looks like an old lady's belly with stretch marks from the...
I think I have anemia and wanted to have a full tummy tuck with full back liposuction. Is it safe to have them both at the same time?
I am 61 years old and considering a full abdominoplasty fairly soon. Is there an age cut off for this type of surgery? I am in excellent health and...
If you have had 3 umbilical hernia repairs, will insurance pay for the hernia repair and the Tummy Tuck? This will be my 4th surgery for hernia repair.
I have an apron of skin on my tummy I need removed. I am type 2 diabetic, neuropathy, angina, am I safe for this operation or...
I had Tummy Tuck on Feb 18th. My last period was around Feb 1-10. It's April 4th and I have not had one since then. Is this normal?
I had an umbilicus hernia repair with mesh along with diastasis recti repair. I feel that my stomach bulges in the area of the umbilicus,...
Can I convert a Mini Tummy Tuck to full Tummy Tuck when umbilicus has been released? I had a mini tummy tuck with umbilicus release and belly...
I had a painful pinch which suddenly "snapped" inside plus have pinching, itching and pain starting inbetween my breasts all the way down...
Hi, I am considering a tummy tuck and would like some recommendations for doctors in the Philadelphia area. Also, what questions should I be asking...
I had a Tummy Tuck in July 2008. I had always been a huge ab work out fan. Now, I feel a lot of pulling and pain when I do crunches. My doctor said...
I had a Tummy Tuck 3 weeks ago. On the second day, I was out of bed, walking almost normal. I hear several people say that they could hardly stand...
I am a mother of two and had an emergency C-section about a year ago. Now, I have not had a problem getting rid of the weight, but I ended up with a...
I am going in a few weeks to get a full Abdominoplasty, Breast lift and Augmentation. I think now I should also get Liposuction on my sides because...
I desperately need a tummy tuck. Are there any doctors in the Washington, DC area performing this service pro bono or at a greatly reduced fee? I...
I am thinking of having liposuction, tummy tuck during c-section, is it ok? I'm 25 years old. I'm 12 weeks pregnant and I have one baby--she's 22...
Is it along the bikini line or in the center where the muscles were tightened?
I had two pregnancies and have excess skin and stretch marks. My doctor recommends to have a Liposuction first and 6 months later, have the Tummy...
I am just after my third Cesarean section and my stomach has a large over hang which is dead muscle. I have tried everything to get it back into...
I had laser liposuction six months ago. I am now going in for a tummy tuck. Are there any additional complications because I had the laser...
I'm having a Tummy Tuck next month along with some Liposuction in the flank area I am 55 years old, in good health and in a normal weight range. I am...
How low can my scar be revised? I am very unhappy with the height of my Tummy Tuck scar. I was told by my ASPS plastic surgeon that he can revise the...
I had my 1st child and after having her this was the result. I then had my second child and not much changed. But I look in the mirror and I'm not...
I had gastric bypass 4 years ago and lost 200 pounds. I have extra skin on my arms I would like removed and I also would like a Breast lift or Breast...
I had a tummy tuck done about 3 weeks ago, and I noticed that there is a little part of the incision that is still open, and it looks white through...
Will it be safe for me to do a 6 mile race at 8 weeks post op from Tummy Tuck?
I had a full tummy tuck 6 weeks ago. I am very unhappy with my results, especially with the fat and skin in the upper abs. My ps said he is willing...
I am considering a Tummy Tuck. I have lost about 60 lbs and want to lose a further 30 lbs. I have many stretch marks that extend all the way up about...
I recently read about a peri-umbilical Tummy Tuck, where the skin around the belly button is removed, and a permanent stich is placed under the skin....
Standing, tummy is very flat. It hangs only when I bend over. Is it possible to tighten muscles through belly button?I know I need a belly button...
I previously had extremely tight ab muscles so I think damage to my ab muscles has occured after my second child's birth (c-section, 9 lbs./11oz...
Hi, I had a full tummy tuck and liposuction done three weeks ago in Dominican Republic. I now have a knot on the top of my stomach and my sides are...
I had my baby 4 years ago and I still look 6 months pregnant. I just had an umbilical hernia surgery a few days ago and my doctor told me its all...
Part of my incision has separated and has a cream colored foul smelling discharge. My plastic surgeon says it is not infected and will heal over time....
I am very depressed since having my third child, who is three. I can't let my husband near me, who tries to be there for me but I just push him away....
I want a Tummy Tuck and Butt lift or Thigh lift. Do you know any that combine the two in the Little Rock, AR area?
What would be the best tuck for me? A regular tummy tuck or a mini? I am a mother of three very young kids 4, 3, and 1. I just turned 23 and love...
I am a 33 year old woman with two children. After the birth of my second child, I developed an umbilical hernia that I had repaired but in the past...
I have been contemplating a Tummy Tuck for several years now, and have viewed hundreds of photos. I've seen some incredibly even, thin scars and some...
Three months after my tummy tuck, I'm not happy. When I stand up it's fine, but if I sit down or bend over, the skin goes over my pants. Plus my belly...
I know that without seeing me it's hard to tell if I am a good candidate, but for the longest time I have had a belly that looks that of a 4 month old...
I know I want some form of tummy tuck and breast enhancement but I'm not sure if I need a full tummy tuck or a mini tummy tuck. How would I know? I'm...
I think my muscle repair has failed after almost two years, which I understand is unusual. If I need it re-done, what type of stitching should I get...
Large umbilical hernia (considering Tummy Tuck) with some loose skin. I only weigh 121 & my height is 5"4. Currently, my weight is less than...
Do surgeons include liposuction with a full abdominoplasty? I have a fairly large pannus from 2 c-sections and significant weight gain (large babies 9...
I am a 30 year old male considering Liposuction and Tummy Tuck. I would prefer to only do liposuction but don't want to be left with a lot of excess...
How long should I wait to do a full Tummy Tuck after I had a Mini Tummy Tuck done with unsatisfactory results? My plastic surgeon said I should wait 3...
What is a fair amount of times per year that a doctor has performed surgery? I have been speaking with I plastic surgeon about a tummy tuck, breast...
I have a minor heart murmur and 75 lbs overweight. After having four children, my last was by c-section. Am I eligible for a Tummy Tuck?
I'm having second thoughts about having a full tummy tuck. I'm wondering, can I have the incision to tighten my stomach muscles and just cut the...
I'm a 32-year-old LPN and I want to have a tummy tuck. How long will I have to be off work? Is it a good idea to have the tummy tuck now if I am...
I was wondering if I could use a TCA Peel on the scar and on some of the stretch marks I still have? If so what % would you recommend?
If lump/hematoma after Tummy Tuck is removed by surgery and she goes back in through the original incision, will the scar be thicker? Right now it is...
The "Avelar" or "Tumescent" Tummy Tuck is getting a lot of attention these days as a procedure carried out under local anesthesia...
I am 56 and would love to have a tummy tuck. My "apron" is driving me nuts and getting very depressed about things now. Would age be a...
I'm 27 years old, I weight 260 lbs and I'm 5 ft even. I have tried all kinds of diets and some have worked. However, when I lose weight I usally gain...
I want to have a tummy tuck done in Sacramento CA but need an inexpensive one. I lost so much weight in the las 4 months and recently had 3 surgeries...
Does it make a difference? I've had 3 kids and definitely need some help in my stomach area, but I'm not sure what procedure I would need to get my...
I'm a healthy 32-year-old male. Over 2 years I lost 122 pounds through diet and exercise. Over the last year, I've gained 10-15 pounds of muscle and...
I am a single mom mu stomach sags when i sleep on my side its annoying. Even the mirrors in my house are from my neck up because i cant stand seeing...
It's almost 5 weeks since my Tummy Tuck. 2 weeks ago, fluid started leaking from my incision (a red watery fluid), which my plastic surgeon told me it...
I am in the military and am 5 weeks post Tummy Tuck. I just realized that part of my training includes boxing/martial arts which includes getting...
I am considering a Tummy Tuck. I have 2 vertical c-section scars that healed very well. However, there is excess skin on either side of the scars (my...
I have had a full tummy tuck but my doctor says he is going to finish with liposuction after 6 months. Is this normal?
I am scheduled for a tummy tuck without muscle repair. Can this procedure be performed without general anesthesia?
I have been diagnosed with a ventral hernia (I think), which was caused by pregnancy. Basically my abdominal muscles parted during pregnancy but never...
I would like to know when I should return to work as a fitness instructor after Tummy Tuck? I dont want to cause any damage and so far my advice is...
I would like to have a tummy tuck after having two children. But, after the second birth I had a DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) in my left pelvic area...
Why do I still have some loose skin and a little bulge after my tummy tuck? I had it done 10 months ago and when I sit for long periods of time (I'm a...
I have a hemoglobin count of 10.9. Need a hysterectomy and want to have a tummy tuck at the same time. Is this okay?
I lost 130 lbs (all at home! no help from personal trainers). 3 years after losing the weight, I had a lot of excess skin and a HUGE pubic mound area...
How long can I expect to suffer? Can anything be done?
I had a Tummy Tuck 2 years ago and now in need of abdominal hysterectomy. Will this surgery interfere with the tummy tuck other than the scar? I'm...
I'm scheduled for a Tummy Tuck in November but would benefit from losing 25 lbs and toning up. Plastic Surgeon encouraged me but didn't make weight...
I have smoked on and off since I was 15. Never smoked a pack a day, maybe just one or two cigarettes. About a couple of years ago I started to...
My weight was 112 lbs for at least 10 yrs and I'm 5'5". I am now 126 lbs. I did not change the way I eat. The change in weight started after...
I'm a 51 year old African American woman in pretty good health, nothing major. I had hysterectomy 20 years ago. I now have a very noticable sag in my...
I had a Tummy Tuck / Breast Augmentation / Liposuction and Muscle Repair 13 days ago and still have the drains, but my Dr. do not want me to use the...
After 4 weeks, I am still swollen but I am concerned that around my pubic area is more swollen and look kinda high. Will that go away or stay like...
I had a Tummy Tuck about 2 years ago, and have scar tissue around it, like keloids. Which treatment would be best for this, and how much would it...
I was huge, and lost a bunch of weight. All of the fat would not go away, and I got this sagging gut out front. I went to a doctor in Sugarland,...
Should I have a Mini Tummy Tuck or full Tummy Tuck? I lost 30 lbs 5 years ago and I've built very good stomach muscles, but this skin and fat has...
I am 8 weeks post op from Tummy Tuck, and still sore around the incision; how much longer before it goes away? Also, when I eat or drink 16oz of water...
I am 5 foot 3 and weigh 130 pounds. Would I have to lose weight to get a Tummy Tuck? I have a pouch for a belly and with stretch marks. I also have...
You had mentioned in the answer to a question that there are modern variations of Tummy Tuck. I am not sure what the variations are that I would be...
I had Tummy Tuck and Lipo 6 weeks ago. What can I do to ease the pain, without meds? Should I continue wearing my binder? Thanks.
When they pull my skin down to remove the excess during Tummy Tuck, will this pull my breasts down as well?
I keep reading that the lymphatic channels are cut and interrupted during a Tummy tuck. When do they repair themselves?
After consulting a board certified plastic surgeon, I was told that some physicians do not do the drainless procedure because it takes additional time...
Is it normal to experience a 6 or 7 lb weight gain a day or so after having a Tummy Tuck?
Tummy tuck Revision. To improve lax muscles left after Tummy Tuck, what would be the best procedure to retighten muscles. What the recovery be the...
I had a full tummy tuck five years ago. I would like my scar to be lowered well into my pubic area (at least two inches lower) I have extra skin now...
I had a tummy tuck, liposuction and breast implants done 1 week ago. The numbness in my lower back is getting worse. It is going down my legs. Is this...
Hi i have dibetic and planning to make a tumytuck operation pls advice what pills to take to make me recover fast
I have a lot of loose skin and some fat in my waist area. I am scheduled for Liposuction and a Tummy Tuck on May 15th. My cardiologist has...
I am almost 27 years old and I have had two pregnancies, first being twins when I was 23, and my second when I was 25. I have been left with a...
If during a Tummy Tuck the incision made is through wide stretch marks, will the thin skin cause any healing problems?
I am 5'1 and 180 lbs. I wear a size 12. I have a larger midriff than the pouch below the navel, and concerned that I will continue to have a larger...
I am a 35 year old mom with 3 children. I am very self-conscious of the lax skin on my lower abdomen and can not wear a bikini because of the stretch...
I had a Tummy Tuck and body lipo on last February 12. I had a drainage for only 9 days. After the seventh day, my belly started to swell up and my...
I took Prednisone (due to Myasthenia Gravis) for about 1 and 1/2 years and now I am down to 2.5 mg and I lost about 60 pounds but stomach is saggy and...
I had a Tummy Tuck 2 years ago to tighten excess skin after losing a substantial amount of weight. I am very satisfied with the results as it achieved...
I am a US Citizen but I live in Central America at the time, and I'm thinking of having some work done. I've lost 85 lbs and would like to get a...
I had my Tummy Tuck 8 months ago. The scar is flat and I thought it was healing correctly but it is really dark. It is about 1/4" thick and...
I am 47 now and 2 years ago I weighed about 132 kgs and in 8 months with some rigorous weight training, I reduced my weight to 90 kgs. Now, I am into...
I have been in a serious auto accident about 7 months ago. I was rear ended while I was at a red light. I have serious injuries. It felt like a laser...
I've wanted one for a long time but could never afford it. But now that I can afford it, it seems silly of me to want one. Is it common for people...
I'm 39 years old, and I stay at 160-170 lbs for the past three years. I have a lot of loose skin on my side my stomach only. I look big when I sit...
I had a tummy tuck as well as a preventative mastectomy with breast reconstruction a few years ago. Do you know of any cases where women who have had...
I am considering having gluteal lipotransfer or Butt implants. At the same time I am considering having a Tummy tuck and gluteal lipotransference at...
I have a Cholesycstectomy scar (kocher) and would love to have an abdominoplasty, as I have lost 10 stones in weight and have lots of excess skin...
I am 24 years old with 3 kids. Two months ago, I had a full Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, Breast Augmentation, and Brazilian Butt Lift. However, I still...
Why are some Tummy Tuck incisions straight across and some in a dramatic "u"? Is there an advantage to the "u"?
I am 18 years old and at 5'9", I weigh 109lbs. I have a burning sensation down one side of my abdomen to the left of my tummy tuck scar, which is...
I had 2 C-sections. I weighed 220lbs on day of surgery, height 5’2” after loosing 70lbs with a gastricband. I had a huge apron. I got a...
Last week, I went in for a consultation in NYC with a plastic surgeon for a Tummy Tuck. This was my fourth plastic surgeon that I went to go see so...
I workout and do pilates and work with a trainer. I have NEVER been able to get rid of my "tummy" I look pg in a swimsuit. Should I get a...
How soon can one fly after tummy tuck surgery? It would be a 15-hour flight.
Who is the best Plastic Surgeon for Tummy tuck in the Boston, Mass area?
I have had bad Smart Lipo and want to do a full Tumy Tuck. Is it going to help me?
I found this little lump at the top of my stomach muscles. Is this normal? (see picture). It's solid and it's uncomfortable to touch and after I touch...
My scar is too high. Its like a frown as opposed to a smile! You can see it through clothes (fat above scar) I can't wear bikinis. You can see it...
I had a Tummy Tuck 6 yrs. ago and now have gained 16-20 lbs all subcutaneously. Can that be removed with another tummy tuck? or Lipo? I am working out...
I had a Tummy Tuck on 2/23/09. My tummy is flat when I stand, but when I bend over, my tummy hangs. Can this be fixed? I also am able to suck in and...
After having my daughter 4 years ago, it left me with a "bib"-- excess skin or belly that hangs down. I also have an umbilical hernia. I was...
I had a Tummy Tuck 2 months ago and I am at a perfect weight. I had it done because of the stretch marks (most were below the belly button). I am so...
After having six children, I had Tummy Tuck on 2/23. Now when I bend over, my tummy hangs. I also have loose skin below belly button. While standing,...
I had one c-section. My extra skin is annoying. I am only 18 (turning 19) so I think I am to young for a Tummy tuck? Well my stomach is not that...
What are your thoughts on an overweight person (256lbs) getting Smart Lipo in the real problem areas, while losing weight and exercising in...
I have gained a lot of weight after having a baby 11 months ago and don't feel good about myself when I look in the mirror. I was considering getting...
Can a bikini-line incision be used as the site of a Tummy tuck procedure?
I am very concerned about the differences in results. I am scheduled to have a tummy tuck and liposuction of the hips in 6 weeks. I have researched...
I have skin wrinkles inches past the belly button, all the way down to the pubic region. Some of them are half an inch wide. It was all because I had...
I was told by a plastic surgeon that my tummy tuck scar would not be that long because I don't have much skin. However, I am getting a full tummy tuck...
I have 4 kids, which includes a set of twins. I now have a lot of excess skin, but I'm very afraid to do a Tummy Tuck. Do I have any other options?
I've had a seroma drained only 1 time after my Tummy Tuck on March 6. It's now 10 weeks later, and my surgeon doesn't seem to want to know. I've tried...
How long will swelling last? Also, will it be all around back waist and buttock area? Will I have abs after?
I have a severe diastasis after my twin pregnancy, I was told that I also have an umbiblical hernia. I want to have a tummy tuck and abdominal...
I'm 27 years old, 5ft and weight 140 lbs. I'm considering tummy tuck due to my pouch. Should I get to my ideal weight before going thru with this surgery?
I had a complete Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty) on May 1, 2009, and I am healing fairly well. However, the deeper sutures that have the ends protruding...
Why do insurance companies do not cover Tummy Tuck after pregnancy? Why, when there is so much scarring and damage, is it not treated as an...
Is a tummy tuck worth it? I'll include my picture, but I'm 17 years old, turning 18 in Decemeber. I have some loose skin that has somewhat decreased....
I had a Tummy Tuck 30 years ago and I gained and lost weight since then. I now have "saddle bags", is there anything that can be done about them, I am...
I just had an umbilical hernia repair by the same plastic surgeon who repaired the last one with a tummy tuck and mesh patch. At pre-op, his nurse...
I have been told that most docs do some liposuction to even out things.
I had a Tummy Tuck in December 2008. Just recently, I believe I felt my stomach feeling really tight, and now my stomach is big again; not as big, but...
I had a Tummy Tuck back in January and have had an uneventful recovery so far. I followed all my consultant's advice on wearing the support garment,...
It's been exactly 2 weeks today after my Tummy Tuck, but the drainage was a total of 55 cc today and 60 cc yesterday. Is this normal and should I be...
I have bad back problems. My insurance covered a breast reduction and my upper back pain is gone! I feel like a new woman! Now, my focus is my lower...
I have consulted several doctors regarding a Tummy Tuck. Of the two, I am leaning towards one who uses steri-strips on the outer most layer of skin. ...
I had a major hernia surgery in 10/08. I had 3 major hernias and multiple minor hernias in scar tissue. My surgeon said, "You had the cadilac of...
Is it cheaper to perform a Tummy Tuck on someone who is a normal weight? I've recently lost 60+ pounds. Because it was in a 6 month time period, I've...
My fiance wants a Tummy Tuck as a gift due to weight gain as well as her children (2). She wants me to pay for the procedure, but I don't have a lot...
If you get Smart Lipo or Vaser Lipo and then decide a few months or so down the road that you want a tummy tuck, is that even possible since you wont...
Now a year and a half post op from Tummy Tuck, I had sudden burning and numbness where the muscle sutures were (I think it came unstitched). I now...
Is it normal for my doctor to leave my belly button triangle-shaped instead of a circle after umbilical hernia surgery? My belly button used to be in...
I'm thinking of going abroad to have a breast lift, tummy tuck, back liposuction. Will 10 days be long enough?
When I was 8 months along in my pregnancy, I got PUPPP which created very severe stretch marks. I have these stretch marks little over a inch above my...
Are there any doctors who would do a very low cost full Tummy Tuck w/ Hernia repair for good before and after portfolio pics? Or anyone who does this...
I have Beta Thalassimia Minor and I'm considerering Tummy Tuck and Liposuction. Would this be a problem?
Can I combine the Brazilian Butt Lift with Tummy Tuck and Liposuction? If not, which one should I get first?
I went to see about a tummy tuck and the doctor said I was a good candidate to have it done. As soon as she heard of my insurance, she said no they do...
I had a Tummy tuck 3 weeks ago and am doing very well.My family and I are going to the beach in a few weeks. Should I get in the ocean water with...
I saw a PS about a Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift. He said I had a lot of space under the belly button the skin wouldn't stretch all the way. He would...
I'm a guy and the thought of this has just recently crossed my mind. It's just something I'm more self-conscious of than anything. Can an...
I'm a 24 year old female recently ex smoker. After major weight loss and having a child, I am in need of a Tummy Tuck to feel normal. The risks...
I'm 5'11 and 249 lbs. After pregnancy, I have a hanging mass of skin, fat, and stretch marks. I went from 186 lbs to 277 lbs. I have zero elasticity,...
I am pregnant with my 3rd child, which will be a repeat c-section. I already had 2 c-sections with my other two children before. I have developed...
I'm planning to have a Tummy Tuck at the of this month. I have spoken to a plastic surgeon and he thinks I will greatly benefit from a full tuck. I...
I had an accident in which it damaged the disc in between the l-4 and l-5. I also had a spinal fusion of the T-11, T-12, l-1 and l-2. It left me very...
I had a child 8 yrs ago and my stomach looks disgusting. Not only do I have a ton of stretch marks, I have a scar from a previous surgery to the right...
I had lap band surgery and now my belly is hanging down, making it harder to walk.
I had hernia repair and my tummy is big like I'm 9 months pregnant. Can a Tummy Tuck help?
I had a Cholecystectomy 15 years ago and was wondering, will it have an adverse affect if I decide to get Tummy tuck? How it will affect me? Will...
I have been recently widowed and at 45 years old I would like to consider dating and intimacy again. However, I am extremely embarrassed by these...
If I have a large pannis and severe diastasis recti. Is there a health benefit to having abdominoplasty and plication other than for cosmetic reasons?
I am 5 months post-op from Tummy Tuck, diastasis recti, and hernia repair. Not only do I look the same as I did pre-surgery, but now my belly button...
I've seen a pain specialist and had a nerve block to diagnose the pain I'm experiencing after Tummy Tuck. This doctor concluded that it was at...
Do you have any recommendations of good doctors who perform Arm lift, Breast lift or Breast implants, and hernia repair in the Inland Empire or San...
Hi all, I am tentatively scheduled for the above procedure next month, and I'm not sure how long to request off of work. Have you had an extended...
I had a tummy tuck in March of 2007 I was happy with the results except for one thing my navel was so small that it didn't look normal. I went back to...
I have consulted with a plastic surgeon who told me that I should have a Brazilian Method Tummy Tuck, since my lower abdomen is fine but the skin...
So after a Tummy Tuck are you saying that you should not have to do crunches ever again? They won't be of any benefit? Does a tight ab mean a strong...
I had Tummy Tuck in January. I had no problems, but over the last 2 weeks, I have experienced swelling, especially to my left hand side, and I also...
Is it possible to get rid of the old scar during Tummy tuck? it runs 5" to 6" horizontally 1/2" to1" above my bellybutton. I have...
I'm a young (26) healthy mother of 2. I would like to know, will Thermage work to help improve my tummy (at least 40-60%), or would I need a mini or...
My Tummy Tuck surgery is set for Oct 5, 2009 and I am scared to death. I am 56 and feel like I am too old to have this surgery, but I can't stand this...
I have had 2 consults with a cosmetic surgeon, but recently found that I will need a hysterectomy.
Is there a simple way to find a doctor who will do...
My doctor didn't give me instructions to remove the small pieces of tape over the areas where the Tummy Tuck sutures were. Now they are peeling away...
I have had 3 children. I'm a former model and I have a great body. My hernia was repaired 2 times. The 3rd time waited almost a year, still not...
Are metal staples used to close Tummy Tuck incision? If so, is there an alternative for someone like me who is allergic to those metal staples.
I am 5'8", 140 lbs, 34-year-old mom of 2, who at 14 weighed 230 lbs. I lost 90 lbs by age 15 and have kept it off for 20 years. I am very active...
I'm 31-year-old mother of 3 and looking to find a doctor in the Virginia Beach area for a Tummy Tuck. I have really bad stretch marks and loose skin...
I am in texas Houston and wont to know, how much will a tummy tuck cost? There's not a lot that has to be taken off so please give me a price.
I had a Tummy Tuck a few weeks ago, but as my abdominal muscles were in good shape, they did only Liposuction and skin removal. I also had my belly...
My pregnancies have left me with uncomfortable sagging skin and stretched muscles. I am concerned about what, if any, effect a tummy tuck...
Can you recomend a plastic surgery to work with me on my tummy? Someone with good references? What's the doctor's experiences and Board certification?
I am considering abdominoplasty, but the abdominal plication is more important to me. I have had gastric bypass, I have lost 200 pounds, and have had...
I'm 16 years old. I used to weigh 242.50 pounds, now I'm 143.30; but I have a lot of loose skin in my abdominal area. Can I be a candidate for a tummy...
Hi doctors. thakn you so very much for all your great information about tummy tucks. i can't seem to find how much a mini tummy tuck typically costs a...
I weigh 190 lbs and I want to have a tummy tuck. Is this procedure safe for me? What are the risks?
Is it possible to develop abdominal wall defect after a Tummy tuck?
Can a person have a Fleur de lis Abdominoplasty if she has a history of atrial fibrillation?
Does current body weight reflect on pricing of a Tummy Tuck?
How much can I expect to lose in inches/cm in my waistline from a tummy tuck?
Am I a good candidate at my given size? I am 5'4", 220 lbs, and 20 years old, planning to have tummy tuck in about 5 years after my second child....
I am 67 years old, with history of uterine cancer, but in good health. I'm 50 lbs overweight. Is tummy tuck still possible?
I am a 32-year-old mother, 5'8", and weighing 323 lbs. I have looked into gastric bypass and have been turned down cause of insurance reasons. I...
What is involved with a scarless tummy tuck? i recall local news talking about new scar free tummy tucks and forgot to write down the name of the...
I am wanting a Tummy Tuck (TT) so bad, although I have researched them tremendously, I have came across Mini Tummy Tucks.
I am 23 years old and have 2...
Hi. I have an old cholecystectomy scar approximately 9 inches long my upper abdomen, i would like to know what are your thoughts about how this may...
I am 23 and is considering getiing a Tummy Tuck after 2 pregnancies. I will be using the money I have saved up but I am feeling guilty and selfish...
I am looking to get a Tummy Tuck and butt lift. Since they are very expensive in USA and Canada, does anyone know the best place and best doctor to...
In the last three years, I have a total of 160 lbs. I'm 5'11 and right now at 230 lbs; I carry it all in my midsection. Instead of me feeling happy or...
Hello, I'm 150 lbs. and 5'1" tall. Would I be a good canidate for a tummy tuck? I have a lot of excess skin in my stomach area after I had my...
Hello, I live in Springfield Il and I am looking for a good Tummy Tuck doctor either in Chicago or the south burbs of Chicago. Any suggestions? I also...
I need to get some detailed information on how much care I will need about a tummy tuck with
lipo
. I am alone and in my middle 50s.
I will be having Tummy Tuck on next Friday. I'm 80 kilos and 157cm. How much size I will lose and is it dangerous?
How long or how many tummy tucks should a plastic surgeon have done to be considered "experienced"?
I have lost weight and I am considering a Tummy Tuck. Will this procedure shrink my waistline as well?
I am having fibroid removal surgery. When I was examined, it was also discovered that I have a small hernia and lots of scar tissue from previous...
Dear Dr.,I am a mother of 4 and even though I eat healthy food and exercise 5 times a week, I am not able to lose the weight. I have been considering...
What kinds of pain and/or antibiotics will I be on after my Tummy Tuck surgery? How long will I be on medication and does it vary for each...
I'm a woman who had 2 children and have excess skin and want to have a Tummy Tuck. My height is 5 foot 7 inches and my weight is about 200 lbs. I'm...
I am 26, I had gastric bypass surgery and am now at my goal weight and would like to get a Tummy Tuck.
My question is, I haven't had any kids yet, but...
I'm hearing so many different numbers being tossed around for Tummy Tuck recovery. I know this is an approximation as everybody is different. I am 5'8...
I was quoted a price for a tummy tuck 2 years ago. The price was out of my range, but I have lost 70 lbs since then and would like to revisit the...
What is it like waking up from anesthesia and what should I expect after Tummy Tuck? Is it that bad or should I have nothing to worry about? I'm...
I'm getting a tummy tuck and breast augmentation sometime after Christmas! I need to know what exactly I need. I think I need a full tummy tuck and...
I'm having surgery in February and I want all three procedures. Is it safe? I weigh 138 lbs and 5'6" at 35 yrs of age
I am beginning Accutane in a few days. I also am considering a Tummy Tuck. Should I wait until I have completed the Accutane treatment before I have...
My doctor said while doing the hernia repair through the belly button, he can put a few stitches in the ab muscles, above and below the navel. Will...
I live in the Detroit area. I'd like to know the cost of a Tummy Tuck (no liposuction) from the abdomen area. Does it cost less if you have less skin...
I had a small umbilical hernia repaired two years ago without mesh. Can I still get a Tummy Tuck?
I have a 3-year-old and 4-year-old. I know I need some sort of tummy tuck, but I heard there are two different kinds. Please tell me what I could do...
All that I have read is "many years." I know there are a lot of variables, but statistically speaking, how many specific years on...
I am 25 and considering a Tummy Tuck with some Liposuction around the edges (muffin top, below breasts, waist, hips and thighs).
I obviously want the...
Over the past year I have lost weight, and I still have a belly with the love handles to go with it. I really want to get surgery, and was wondering...
I am currently 23 years old. I have spent the past two years losing weight and have lost about 70 pounds. I am currently at my ideal weight. However I...
Reverse Abdominoplasty is the only option for me. I need an experienced doctor. I had central hepatic resection which left a very large horizontal...
I have had an operation about a year and a half ago. I now have a little over hang and was wondering, do I qualify for a tummy tuck? I hate the...
I had previous inguinal hernia surgery. Does that mesh need to be replaced when having a Tummy Tuck?
I have public aid for insurance. Do doctors take that for tummy tuck procedures or will I have to pay for it out of pocket?
I have a reccurring incisional hernia repair with mesh and severed right lower quadrant stomach muscle can this be repaired and a tummy tuck...
I have atrial fibrillation, and am taking Coumadin 9 mg daily. Will it be possible for me to get a tummy tuck to get rid of loose skin and tighten the...
Hi. I am interested in having a Tummy Tuck done and I want to know how much height to lose before having the surgery. I am 5'7" and currently...
I need to have my hernia repaired in my abdomen that is the size of a cantaloupe. The insurance will cover that; but if I wait 3-5 months to have the...
Are there any OB/Gyns in the Dallas area that will do a partial Tummy Tuck during the C-section procedure--a two for one type procedure? I had both of...
Let me start by saying that I understand that a Tummy tuck is considered a cosmetic procedure. Yet, I find it interesting that insurance will not...
I am a female police officer, who has had three children. I am thinking about having a tummy tuck, because when I wear my gun belt, the loose skin...
I've been told that I have great abdominal muscles under the flab. Is it possible that if there's a 6 pack under there? I plan on having a tt. I...
I look pregnant ALL the time. I had an umbilical hernia repaired with mesh. I went for a Tummy Tuck consultation. The doctor said that he would have...
I have tried diet and exercise and I'm not getting rid of that flap that makes me wanna puke. Is tummy tuck a good alternative for me?
I have tried for several years to loose the weight for a Tummy Tuck, I can loose 5 to 10 lbs, but then it comes right back. I am genetically...
I am 5'4 and 140 lbs in the picture. I've lost 31 lbs and going to lose 35 lbs more. Do you think the shelf will go away with weight loss? Do you...
I live a little over 1.5 hrs south of Atlanta. I want a Tummy Tuck but the only recommended Dr's that I have found is in Atlanta. Is that too far...
Will smoking as little at 2 to 3 cigarettes a day have an effect on my Tummy tuck?
Can I return to work in 10 days after a full tummy tuck and breast lift with breast implants? I'm a dental assistant and I do a lot of moving around....
I have spreaded since I had my daughter 3 years ago. I am a size D and my breasts get in the way. I also need a tummy tuck because my fat on my...
I had a full Tummy Tuck with muscle repair with hip Liposuction three weeks ago. There were two drainage tubes on my pubic mound and got removed one...
If you're already in very good shape, 5'5", 115 lbs with little abdominal fat, does the incision heal more quickly? How is the fat stitched?
I am seeking Tummy Tuck in the Bay Area of California. I have consulted with 2 surgeons. The one I like will cost $18K (12K of which is his fee.) He...
I'm just wondering, who had a tummy tuck and breast augmentation performed in Windsor, Ontario and by whom? Were you happy with your results? How was...
I had a consultation already with a plastic surgeon in my area this summer. I went in for a consultation about a tummy tuck and a breast augmenatation...
I would like to have a tummy tuck in June of next year. By that time, it will be 9 months since I finished taking Accutane. Is this reasonable to do...
Can I have my 2nd Tummy Tuck combined with my cesarean section? I had a Tummy tuck 16 months ago and I am now pregnant!
Can I actually combine the...
I will have tummy tuck and hysterectomy surgery on the same day in November. Due to my hysterectomy, my doctor will be putting me in the velcro...
I am a 47-year-old woman who has lost 80 lbs. I recently consulted with two surgeons for a Tummy Tuck. The first surgeon, who I did not connect with,...
Looking for a plastic surgeon who has done a Tummy Tuck with a total hysterectomy (for non-cancerous reasons), and can recommend a GYN he/she has...
