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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?
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...
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...
What is usually involved with tummy tuck surgery? I have been told that most docs do some liposuction to even out things.
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...
After looking at a lot of tummy tuck before and after photos, I don't know what I'm looking at anymore. Some results seem amazing, others not so much....
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 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 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...
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 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 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 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...
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...
How do I know if a tummy tuck is a good option for me?
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...
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...
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...
Can I get a tummy tuck right after I give birth via c-section?
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...
The nhs uk website has very limited information about tummy tuck. has any one any experience with nhs paying for tummy tuck surgery?
Is it a way to improve a tummy tuck? confused!
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...
Help! I would like to ask for tips from all of you: I weigh 136 and am 5'1. I am looking to get rid of major saddlebags and my mini-tummy that sags...
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...
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 have to undergo hysterectomy, and would love to do a tummy tuck at the same time. Is it safe and cost-effective?
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 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 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 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. ...
If I gain weight after having an abdominoplasty, how will it affect the results?
My doctor says I don't have to wear a girdle after my tummy tuck. Is this normal? It seems other doctors require this.
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...
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...
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'm thinking of having a Tummy Tuck but am worried about the possible scar from the procedure. How can I minimize the scar? Would laser treatments...
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 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...
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'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...
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...
How safe is a tummy tuck?
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...
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...
Can a tummy tuck decrease the pain and frequency of back aches?
What should I be doing as part of post-Tummy Tuck care (like showering, compression garment use, washing the binder, changing wound dressing, etc.)?
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 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...
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 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 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...
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'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 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...
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'm a BRCA positive 40 year-old in excellent health, normal weight. I'm having a prophylactic mastectomy with immediate, "one-step"...
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 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?
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 thinking of having a Tummy Tuck, and I was wondering, how long would I have to stay in the hospital after the procedure?
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 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 and Breast Lift 2 weeks ago. How long will it take before the stitches dissolve?
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 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...
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 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 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...
Do doctors usually use permanent and visible sutures under the skin for a Tummy Tuck?
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...
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,...
I have had two children and have tried every cream, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels to help reduce my stretch marks and discoloration on my...
Do belly button scars show much or are they hidden under the folds after Tummy tuck?
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 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...
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 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...
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...
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!
Does my belly button, after 7 weeks of Tummy tuck, look normal?
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 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 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 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 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...
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 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?
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 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 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...
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 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'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, 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 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 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...
What is the correct way to do the massage for reducing or prevent the swelling from a seroma? after TT
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...
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 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 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...
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 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...
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...
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 have stretch marks and loose skin around my belly button. Do I need a tummy tuck or belly button surgery?
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...
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 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...
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 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 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 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 was examined by a general surgeon for repair of a very large broad-based umbilical hernia. During the examination, the surgeon inquired whether I...
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...
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...
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 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'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...
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 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...
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?...
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...
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....
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...
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?
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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 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 have abdominal separation and umibilical hernia, but I am more concerned about baggy skin on my stomach. I want it removed without getting my...
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....
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 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...
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 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 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...
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 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 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 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...
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 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...
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 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. ...
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 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 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 had abdominoplasty 6 yrs ago (I am 50 y.o. now)... the result was good but left me with "dog ears." My surgeon did it again and...
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 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'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 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'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...
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...
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...
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'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...
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 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 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 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...
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 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...
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...
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 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...
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 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...
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...
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 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...
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 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 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...
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 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...
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 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 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...
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 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?
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...
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. 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 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...
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 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...
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 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?
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...
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...
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. ...
How long is the downtime of abdominal liposuction as compared to tummy tuck?
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 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 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...
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?...
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 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...
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 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...
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 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 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 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...
Can an allergy to Vicryl cause little pus blisters below the suture line?
Is it possible for the pelvic anatomy to be distorted during Tummy Tuck, through the imbrication of the muscle and fascia?
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...
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 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 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 4 weeks post Tummy Tuck, can I go swimming in a pool? I have no complications, except for a tiny bump between breastbones.
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 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'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,...
Today, I woke up with increased swelling 2-3 inches above my incision from Tummy Tuck. I feel more uncomfortable and have increased...
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 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",...
Is it safe to have a tummy tuck 6 months after giving birth through C-section?
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 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 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...
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 Tummy Tuck with Liposuction 6 weeks ago. What are the best exercises after these procedures?
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 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. ...
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.
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 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...
I've been thinking about having a Tummy Tuck. Can I still have kids after it?
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...
Is a mini tummy tuck less painful than a full, regular tummy tuck?
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 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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
About the Tummy Tuck, how are the drainage hoses removed? Is it extremely painful?
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...
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?
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...
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 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 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 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...
How does coughing or sneezing affect one's sutures after a Tummy Tuck?
If my skin is loose all over my body because of aging, would I still be a good candidate for abdominoplasty?
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 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 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...
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...
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...
Just curious what the price range is for abdominoplasty surgery...
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...
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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'm getting a full tummy tuck for my "paper thin" fascia, belly button hernia will get fixed, plus skin removal. Although my physical...
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...
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...
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 7-8 weeks post op from a tummy tuck and am experiencing extreme senstivity, burning, shocking feelings throughout my abdomen, scar and pubic area...
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?
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,...
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.
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...
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:...
Due to a second recurrent diastasis, my surgeon is leaning towards endoscopic surgery to retighten the diastasis this time, instead of opening me up...
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 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...
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 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 wanted to have a Tummy Tuck until I heard about body Thermage, am I better off putting my money towards Tummy Tuck?
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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.
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 have had several consultations with different plastic surgeons about having a Tummy Tuck done. Two of the plastic surgeons told me that they would...
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...
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 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 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...
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 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 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 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 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'm having a Tummy Tuck, Brazilian Butt Lift, Liposuction, and Breast Implants all done in one surgery. How will I lay down?
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...
After having Tummy Tuck, I am having twitching and jerking in my arms hands and legs. Is this normal? Could this be tissue damage?
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...
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 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'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 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...
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 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...
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...
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 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 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...
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 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. ...
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 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...
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'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 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....
I had abdominoplasty (extensive muscle repair without any liposuction) 5 months ago to correct a severe diastasis recti that was causing back pain and...
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 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 know that some surgeries (kidney transplant, breast augmentation) have been performed with incisions through the belly button. Have Tummy Tuck...
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...
Can I use an abdominal muscle toner after having abdominal mesh hernia repair operation?
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...
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.
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...
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...
Are there any treatment options hematoma after Tummy Tuck Will it really go away on it's own?
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'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 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 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...
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'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'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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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 had three c-sections, a partial hysterectomy, two laparascopies. When the hysterectomy and laparoscopy were done, the adhesions were removed....
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...
Will oblique repair be beneficial for someone who has had rectus muscle diastasis repaired, but still has a protruberant abdomen? I would really...
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 my child 6 yrs ago. I'm still real skinny from my pregnancy.
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 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...
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 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...
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?
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...
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 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...
How much pain is involved with a Tummy Tuck as compared to a C-section?
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...
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 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...
I am 38 years old and contemplating a Tubal Ligation as well as Abdominoplasty. Can these be preformed together?
It has been 30 days since I had Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift. What types of exercise are safe for me to do?
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 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...
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,...
Is it better to strengthen your stomach muscles prior to having a tummy tuck, or should you wait until after the surgery?
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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 have had 8 abdominal surgeries for cysts. I have adhesions. Also dx: undifferentiated connective tissue disease
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...
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...
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 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?
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...
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...
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 had two c-sections. Will that cause any issues for a tummy tuck?
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...
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'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 need to get my uterus out. I was wondering if I could have a Tummy Tuck 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...
How much does a Hybird Tummy Tuck cost? Where can it be done?
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'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...
What are the main risks of Hybrid Tummy Tuck?
Is it safe to have breast lift with breast implants exchange and Tummy Tuck at once?
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...
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...
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 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 considering a Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift. Is it safer to have the procedures performed separately? Is there any increased risk from combining...
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...
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...
In how many months? i am curious to know
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 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 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 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 considering Liposuction for my stomach. Why do people choose Tummy Tuck over Lipo?
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 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 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...
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 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...
Does anyone in New York perform a Hybrid Tummy Tuck or Short Scar Tummy tuck?
Do you think it is too much surgery to do a Tummy Tuck, Breast Reduction and Liposuction of outer thighs at the same time?
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...
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 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...
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 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 Pannulectomy (major tummy tuck & muscle repair) in July 2006 while we were stationed in South Korea. There were some bad dog ears on both...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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 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 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 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 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,...
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...
Can a person get a Tummy Tuck and Liposculpture 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 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...
How long after tummy tuck before I can start strenuous exercise and weight lifting?
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 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 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...
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...
Will I achieve good results from Tummy Tuck? I have had 6 children and have major muscle separation.
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...
Will a Tummy Tuck and Breast augmentation be too much pain to handle?
I am 9 mos postpartum (twins). This was my second pregnancy. They were big (7 lbs) and carried to term. Amazingly, I have not a single stretch mark...
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 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 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 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 10 months ago. Is it normal for the inside of my stomach to itch, especially around my the navel, after the procedure? Is there...
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 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 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...
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 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'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...
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'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 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 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...
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 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...
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 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...
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 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 am a female who has had a gastric bypass 4 years ago. My weight is stable and I'm in good health. Due to excess skin, I am having thigh lift surgery...
I want to make sure my tummy tuck plastic surgeon is highly-educated and certified but am not sure how to do that.
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 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
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...
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 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....
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 read that a dr. says adbominoplasty is pyschologicaly demanding. what does this mean? is it very difficult to handle emotionally the pain and...
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 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...
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...
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...
I have lost weight and now have loose skin on my belly. I am trying to find out the best way to get rid of this.
I thought that tummy tucks were...
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...
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...
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 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...
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 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...
The "Avelar" or "Tumescent" Tummy Tuck is getting a lot of attention these days as a procedure carried out under local anesthesia...
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 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 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 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'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'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...
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...
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'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 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...
How much can I expect to lose in inches/cm in my waistline from a tummy tuck?
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...
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?
Can you have a Tummy Tuck if you are on blood pressure medication?
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'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...
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 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...
Will insurance cover any portion of Tummy Tuck if I have back problems?
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 am 110lbs, 5'4" and had twins. I now have a hernia, diastasis, low c-section scar and only a small amount of skin ABOVE my belly button (bb).
I...
And any other type of plastic surgery.
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...
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 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...
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...
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?
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 had a painful pinch which suddenly "snapped" inside plus have pinching, itching and pain starting inbetween my breasts all the way down...
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 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...
I had an aortic valve replacement 5 years ago. I also have kidney problems due to SLE (Systemic lupus erythematosus). I have terrible stretch...
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...
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...
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...
I am scheduled for a tummy tuck without muscle repair. Can this procedure be performed without general anesthesia?
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 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 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...
I've been to 3 consultations and have looked at numerous pictures on the internet from all over and it seems as though the Tummy Tuck incision is very...
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 have scheduled a Full Tummy Tuck two weeks before a Caribbean Cruise. I am a 5'2" mom who had a 64-inch waist during my pregnancy of twins. I...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
If you have loose fat that jiggles and extra skin, can a Tummy Tuck help you?
I had a laparatomy 13 years ago, and am now considering having a Tummy Tuck. What are the risks?
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 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 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...
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 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...
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 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 am having a Tummy Tuck soon. I'm just wondering, is it safe to leave my eyelash extentions on during surgery?
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...
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...
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...
After consulting a board certified plastic surgeon, I was told that some physicians do not do the drainless procedure because it takes additional time...
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 have a "mommy makeover" scheduled in about a month. I already eat a very balanced diet, take vitamin supplements, and exercise regularly....
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 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 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'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...
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?
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 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...
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 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...
I would like to know if anyone ever had abdominal skin reduction with and up and down incision using () from 1 side of the abdomen to the other side...
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?
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 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...
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...
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 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 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 noticing on after photos of breast procedure patients that they have new and very pronounced tan lines. My understanding is that sun exposure...
I'm 23 and I have stretch marks from my lower abdomen up to my breasts from being overweight. Will a Tummy tuck get rid of the upper abdomen stretch...
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...
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'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 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...
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...
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...
The surgeon whom I spoke with about the hernia said he will have to cut a hole for the belly button when they lift the skin for the diastasis recti ,...
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 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...
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...
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 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'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'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...
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 have a reccurring incisional hernia repair with mesh and severed right lower quadrant stomach muscle can this be repaired and a tummy tuck...
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 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 had a consultation for a tummy tuck, and I'm ready to move forward, but I've heard rumors that the plastic surgery financing companies aren't...
Will smoking marijuana a week before surgery affect being put under? I suffer from chronic headaches and I'm not a normal full time user of marijuana,...
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...
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 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...
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...
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 am interested in having a breast lift, breast augmentation, tummy tuck and some fat injected into my buttocks. I was wondering if these are too...
Will it be safe for me to do a 6 mile race at 8 weeks post op from Tummy Tuck?
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...
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...
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 21 years old, no children, 5'6, and 220 lbs. I am planning to lose at least 30-40 lbs. I am considering a Tummy Tuck, as well as Liposuction and...
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 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 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...
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'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, I am considering a tummy tuck and would like some recommendations for doctors in the Philadelphia area. Also, what questions should I be asking...
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 planning a Tummy Tuck soon & the Dr I have chosen said he prefers to do internal sutures as opposed to drains. I have heard that might be...
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 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...
Can I combine the Brazilian Butt Lift with Tummy Tuck and Liposuction? If not, which one should I get first?
Should I get a mini or Full Tummy Tuck and what will it do to my tattoos. I'm 18 and just had a little boy. I gained 55lbs during my pregnancy and...
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 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...
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...
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...
If during a Tummy Tuck the incision made is through wide stretch marks, will the thin skin cause any healing problems?
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....
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...
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...
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...
Is it normal to experience a 6 or 7 lb weight gain a day or so after having a Tummy Tuck?
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...
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...
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,...
Why are some Tummy Tuck incisions straight across and some in a dramatic "u"? Is there an advantage to the "u"?
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...
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 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 want a Tummy Tuck and Butt lift or Thigh lift. Do you know any that combine the two in the Little Rock, AR area?
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....
I keep reading that the lymphatic channels are cut and interrupted during a Tummy tuck. When do they repair themselves?
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...
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 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...
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 am considering having gluteal lipotransfer or Butt implants. At the same time I am considering having a Tummy tuck and gluteal lipotransference at...
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...
When they pull my skin down to remove the excess during Tummy Tuck, will this pull my breasts down as well?
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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 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?
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...
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 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 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...
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 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 noticed that alot of full Tummy Tuck after photos seem to show a lot of woman with "hip bulges" more prominent than before surgery. Why...
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'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 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...
How long can I expect to suffer? Can anything be done?
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 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...
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...
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 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'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...
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 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...
How long will swelling last? Also, will it be all around back waist and buttock area? Will I have abs after?
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 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 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...
What is the most effective scar cream to apply on a tummy tuck scar so it would heal better?
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...
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 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...
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'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...
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...
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...
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 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 had lap band surgery and now my belly is hanging down, making it harder to walk.
Hi i have dibetic and planning to make a tumytuck operation pls advice what pills to take to make me recover fast
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 Tummy Tuck and Lipo 6 weeks ago. What can I do to ease the pain, without meds? Should I continue wearing my binder? Thanks.
Will marijuana/THC affect the Tummy Tuck surgery or anesthesia? I have heard this and I was curious. I'm not a user but I want to know from a doctor...
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...
I have two children that are very young and have been considering a Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty). On average, how long do you need to rest? My daughter...
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 was told by a plastic surgeon I have severe separation of the abdominal muscles and should seek surgery. Is it possible to fix these muscles without?
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'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...
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 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,...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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 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...
Who is the best Plastic Surgeon for Tummy tuck in the Boston, Mass area?
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?
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...
Is it possible to get a breast lift, breast implants size reduction and tummy tuck all at once? I have no natural breast tissue left, thin skin with...
I have had 2 C-sections (2004 and 2008). After my last c-section, I developed an ileus. Because I was so bloated, my intestines pushed through the...
What are your thoughts on an overweight person (256lbs) getting Smart Lipo in the real problem areas, while losing weight and exercising in...
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 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...
How soon can one fly after tummy tuck surgery? It would be a 15-hour flight.
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 have had bad Smart Lipo and want to do a full Tumy Tuck. Is it going to help me?
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 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...
Will my own belly button look the same after hernia and diastasis recti repair?
Thank you so far for everyone's great advice. So, I'm getting my tummy tuck this week and yes I'm scared. I have faith and trust in my doctor; I...
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...
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 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...
I'm thinking of going abroad to have a breast lift, tummy tuck, back liposuction. Will 10 days be long enough?
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...
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'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...
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 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 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...
My body fat is in the healthy range (18%) yet my BMI (Body Mass Index) is 27 and I need to lose an additional 10lbs to be at a BMI of 25. Should I...
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...
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 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...
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,...
Can a bikini-line incision be used as the site of a Tummy tuck procedure?
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 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 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'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 full TT May 09. I am 6 Months Post-Op and am not happy w/the results. My new Belly Button has keloided, is reddish/purple very unappealing....
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...
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.
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...
I have Beta Thalassimia Minor and I'm considerering Tummy Tuck and Liposuction. Would this be a problem?
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...
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'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 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...
I weigh 190 lbs and I want to have a tummy tuck. Is this procedure safe for me? What are the risks?
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...
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...
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...
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...
Hi, I'm 38 years with young 3 children. I'm considering Abdominoplasty. I really want to go through Tummy Tuck but all people are talking me out of...
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...
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 don't know if I could deal with a scar across the belly. I would however do a Mini Tummy Tuck, along with a Breast Lift. Do you think I need a Full...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
Hi, I just had my 3rd baby 5 months ago; complications caused me to have a hysterectomy. I have a vertical scar, two previous horizontal scars an...
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 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...
I'm considering Tummy Tuck but I've had much anxiety over the full procedure. I'm app 10 lbs from my pre-baby weight and I've had two cesareans, the...
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...
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 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...
Hi everyone. I have lost weight and have some loose skin on my belly. The only thing holding me back from getting a Tummy Tuck is the recovery time....
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...
I had hernia repair and my tummy is big like I'm 9 months pregnant. Can a Tummy Tuck help?
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...
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?
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 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...
My pregnancies have left me with uncomfortable sagging skin and stretched muscles. I am concerned about what, if any, effect a tummy tuck...
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'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 have loose skin on my stomach as a result of weight loss. I consulted with a plastic surgeon (who does not do laser procedures) and he said that...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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 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 have lost weight and I am considering a Tummy Tuck. Will this procedure shrink my waistline as well?
Does current body weight reflect on pricing of a Tummy Tuck?
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...
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...
Can a person have a Fleur de lis Abdominoplasty if she has a history of atrial fibrillation?
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 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.
Can I still get a full tummy tuck after I already had a mini tummy tuck? I am not sure if a full TT is now an option for me because my lower abdomen...
I'm 28 yrs old with 2 kids. After having my babies my body is definitely not the same as before. I've had 2 Pulmonary Embolism and have been put on...
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 am 30 years old, 5'2" tall and lost approx 65 lbs 5 years ago. I work out five times a week and eat healthy. I don't have children so I don't...
I am considering getting a Tummy Tuck and some work done to my face. There is only one surgeon who can perform a facial procedure I am interested in...
I had a small umbilical hernia repaired two years ago without mesh. Can I still get a Tummy Tuck?
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 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...
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 scheduled for a tummy tuck on Friday. Last Sunday, I started with cold symptoms and have been coughing ever since (today is Wed.) Talked to the...
I go for my full Tummy Tuck with Liposuction in 3 weeks and am wondering if there is anything that I can do before and after the surgery to prevent...
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...
Is it possible to develop abdominal wall defect after a Tummy tuck?
I'm 5"2" and 209lbs. I have lost about 20 pounds and I will continue losing more. I have a personal trainer and am working to get the...
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 have had "smiley" surgeries and now have a fatty hangover. I am not overweight but appear so with my fat stomach. I'm 63; am I too old...
I am considering a tummy tuck for stretch mark removal and to get rid of the small amount of excess skin remaining from 3 pregnancies. However, my...
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...
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...
How long must I wait to have intercourse after a Tummy Tuck?
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 have a VP (Ventriculoperitoneal) shunt because of Hydrocephalus, but I want a Tummy Tuck because I have diastasis recti.
My stomach is hard &...
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...
I live 2 hours away from Denver and want to do a Tummy Tuck there. What are the follow-up appoinments like? Will I have to keep driving back and forth?
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...
All that I have read is "many years." I know there are a lot of variables, but statistically speaking, how many specific years on...
Would any doctor actually do a tummy tuck while you're awake? What about a mini tummy tuck?
How long or how many tummy tucks should a plastic surgeon have done to be considered "experienced"?
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...
My ab sticks out more on my right side like I was pregnant sometimes. Can it be fixed and was it suppose to be noticed by my surgeon when I went for a...
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?
Hello,
I am a 32-year-old male, 6'4, 215 lbs, from L.A. I lost about 100 lbs years ago and have been contemplating getting my stomach and love handles...
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...
These activities involve floor and standing stretches are they safe to do after a tummy tuck?Will these exercises cause anything to tear?
I am scheduled to have a tummy tuck in March, although I am uncertain if I'll have more children.
What are the main risks in getting pregnant after a...
I am 35 years old and gave birth to my last child in March 2009 (3rd birth/c-section). I am 5'4" and about 160 lbs. And while I work out...
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 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 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...
I'm 26, and live in Las Vegas. I'm getting a Tummy Tuck Dec. 11th 2009 and I have to say I thought about canceling for no other reason other than I'm...
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...
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 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...
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...
I had previous inguinal hernia surgery. Does that mesh need to be replaced when having a Tummy Tuck?
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...
Well, I am going to have hernia surgery. I have considered one day having a tummy tuck. While hernia surgery will save my life, I would love to have...
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...
I've lost over 100 lbs. and want to get rid of this extra skin. I also want children. I've read about women who've gotten pregnant after a Tummy Tuck...
I am 130lbs, 5'5". I work out hard core everyday and have been for about 2 months, I have noticed my stomach shrinking and my skin firming up a...
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 planning to do both a tummy tuck and a nose job/deviated septum repair and am wondering if it is safe to do both at the same time. I have a 1yr...
I weighed 200-210 about 2 years ago and now weigh 131 pounds. I quit smoking a year ago, I am a vegetarian, and I run 3-5 miles a day. Lately it...
I gained 80 lbs in 28 weeks of pregnancy due to HELLP syndrome and renal failure. I have stretch marks and loose skin everywhere. I have had weight...
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...
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 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 had a TT with bilateral flank lipo and upper abd lipo on Jan 4th. Belly button not healing, red and meaty at the bottom with these pinkish redish...
I recently welcomed my daughter into the world via c-section. (My second c-section). The doctor created a new incision approx. 1-1/2 inches below the...
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...
I am getting Tummy tuck, Liposuction and Breast Lift with Breast Implants. I am so scared, I'm about to give up.
I can't sleep thinking of the surgery...
About 9 months ago, I started a Vegan Lifestyle. Because of this, I have lost approx. 70 lbs intentionally. I am leveled out now and at a stable...
My wife had a Tummy Tuck 6 months ago. Unknown to her she had muscle repair. She had a permanent stitch removed at week 5 due to pain above her belly...
I need a Tummy Tuck on NHS as I'm single mother who can't afford to pay. Since I got this overhang, my confidence has gone. I have never been able to...
45 year old mother of 5, with twins at 5lbs 14oz & 6lbs. 4oz. I'm having full abdominoplasty on 1/21/1010. I had an umbilical hernia repair and...
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...
Will smoking as little at 2 to 3 cigarettes a day have an effect on my Tummy tuck?
Currently, I am 86kg (190lbs) with 15% body fat and I am planning to get to 10% regardless of the surgery. Should I wait to reach my body fat goal...
I am going to have a nose job, tummy tuck and Brazilian butt lift on the same day. My doctor assures me that this is safe. How will I rest and sleep?
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'm considering a Tummy Tuck, and the Avelar method is very appealing, since I have two young children and it's supposed to be safer with much quicker...
I am wondering about having a tummy tuck at the same time as my breast reduction. I am curious as to the cost but really want to know if I would be a...
I'm 25, 215 lbs at 5ft 6in. I was originally 283 lbs and have lost weight over a year and a half ago. The lowest I've been was 207 lbs with diet pills...
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 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 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 had a complete abdominal hysterectomy and cancer surgery (stage IIIc fallopian tube cancer) 3 years ago. Then, although following doc's orders to...
Currently, I'm trying to find a good plastic surgeon to do my tummy tuck. I have been on only one consultation and it wasn't even with doctor--it was...
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 have a Tummy Tuck scheduled in 7 wks. I used to be a smoker for many years but now only smoke socially (10 a month if that). I smoked a few the...
I have a vertical scar on my Tummy and I have been to 3 different plastic surgeons and each answer is different. One says I don't have enough skin...
I am having a hysterectomy and my bladder and bowel lifted. If I am having the above procedure done is it safe to have a tummy tuck done at the same time?
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...
It had been 7 1/2 months after Tummy Tuck, Breast Augmentation with inner/outer thigh Liposuction (May 09) and I still have a prego belly.
I'm 132 lbs...
I recently had a full abdominoplasty with Muscle Repair. I'm 5'2 and 115 lbs. My plastic surgeon is board certified and is highly regarded, and his...
I want a tummy tuck.I had 2 c-sections and 2 hernia repairs.My stomach has a lopsided look.My weight before kids was 160ish.I am 179 right now.I carry...
I've seen tummy tuck procedures everywhere on the internet and they cut from hip to hip. A girl I knew a long time ago got a tummy tuck and her scar...
I'm 28. I've had two PE's (Pulmonary Embolism). First while on birth control then again during my 2nd pregnancy. I have a Filter and am said to be on...
I had tummy tuck done 1 month ago and my belly button is getting smaller. The doctor had me use a marble to keep it open but I developed a rash around...
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...
I'm planning to have tummy tuck (probably it will be mini tummy tuck in my case). However, I don't know how to find the best PS in town (Atlanta). I...
I have had three c-section and am considering a Tummy Tuck. I also have lupus. Is it safe?
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,...
I'm 21 and would like to remove stretch marks, tighten up the skin and improve the appearance of my navel. What procedure(s) should I look into? Am I...
It's been two years since my last c-section. I had two c-sections 13 months apart. My stomach is pretty close to flat except for my little problem....
I am scheduled for a full Tummy Tuck in 3 weeks and am wondering if tightening the abdominal muscles dramatically affect the visible results. I have...
I had full abdominoplasty a little over a week ago. I am a non-smoker (never smoked ever), healthy 5'4" 130 pd mom of 4 kids. I developed...
I will be having full Tummy Tuck on December 29. I need some pre-op tips that may help me?
With tummy tuck, what kind of risks and complications can occur? Do your patients usually find the risks are worth the rewards?
Due to 7 years of severe Fibromyalgia, and countless battles with weight loss with no reuslts and subsequent flare ups due to exercising, I feel like...
I am scheduled for my full tummy tuck in 2 weeks. The doctor said that I don't have much abdominal muscle separation at all only around the umbilicus...
I am considering a tummy tuck after I lose about 50lbs. Are there any certain exercises I could be doing now to help with the surgery and speed the...
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...
Hi, after I had my 2 children, my stomach looks like a nightmare. I am a relatively petite woman besides my stomach as well as the horrifying stretch...
I had hernia repair surgery with mesh. Can I have tummy tuck done?
I had a tummy tuck in 2006 after vaginal delivery in 2004 and now two miscarriages in one year. Is this because of my tummy tuck? Is it possible that...
I want to have a Tummy Tuck because after 3 pregnancies (c-sections) and eating a healthy diet and going to the gym 7 days a week, I cannot get my...
I am 6 weeks post op the incision from my old belly button opened, and is still healing - the skin around it is very dark redish/purple.
My Dr. said...
I am needing a full tummy tuck in the oklahoma city area or surrounding area for 3500 - 5000 PLEASE HELP
When would a tummy tuck be medically neccessary? Cosmetic surgery would not be covered by insurance, only if medically needed.
