La Jolla Tummy Tuck doctors

	Tom J. Pousti, MD San Diego Plastic Surgeon 8851 Center Drive Suite 300, San Diego		993 answers
	Lori H. Saltz, MD San Diego Plastic Surgeon La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 Ximed Building		85 answers
	Vincent P. Marin, MD San Diego Plastic Surgeon 1431 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar		32 answers
	Robert B. Pollack, MD La Jolla Plastic Surgeon 4510 Executive Drive Suite 105, La Jolla		29 answers
	H. Michael Roark, MD San Diego Plastic Surgeon 9850 Genesee Avenue, Suite 130 Ximed Building, La Jolla		26 answers
	Johan E. Brahme, MD San Diego Plastic Surgeon 9850 Genesee Avenue, Suite 130 Ximed Building, La Jolla		15 answers
	Marialyn Sardo, MD La Jolla Plastic Surgeon 9850 Genesee Ave. Suite 410, La Jolla		5 answers
	John G. Apostolides, MD La Jolla Plastic Surgeon 528 Nautilus Street , La Jolla		2 answers

Recent Answers

Is my Belly Button Normal, I Had a Full Tummy Tuck? (photo) I had stretch marks from pregnancy and underwent full tummy tuck. Results of stretch mark removal is great but I am more ashamed of my appearance with this belly button and will not dare wear a bikini. Original PS not responsive, did not have follow up visit etc... Went to additional PS, they state that this is NOT normal and cost to fix is high? What is in the range of "normal appearance" for this?

A: Belly Button Revision after Tummy Tuck

Thank you for your question and photo.

I believe that you would benefit from revisionary surgery to improve the appearance of your belly button. I do not know how long ago you had your tummy tuck surgery but a physical examination is key before discussing the exact procedure with you.

Visit with well experienced plastic surgeon's who can show you examples of their work.

Best Wishes!

Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Should I Remove Hair Extentions Before my Tummy Tuck? I know it sounds like a weird question and of coarse no one has ever asked but i am concerned

A: Remove Hair Extensions prior to surgery?

Thank you for your question.

The best thing to do is to discuss with your plastic surgeon and see what his/her recommendations are as well as the rules of the surgery center where the procedure will be performed. I don't see a reason to remove them but again, it is best to discuss with your surgeon.

Best Wishes!

Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Potential Necrosis of Belly Button After TT, What Can I Do If It Happens? I had a TT on Feb 1,2012. I saw my PS today he said he didnot like the colour of one spot on my belly button and he will keep a eye on it. Should i be worried it is Nercrosis? If so what will happen and how can we fix it? Thanks

A: Necrosis of Bell Button after Tummy tuck?

Thank you for the question.

Without direct examination it is really not possible to give you good advice. Yes, necrosis is on the "differential diagnosis" of what your plastic surgeon could be referring to. However, there are other things that he may be concerned about.

Therefore, it would be in your best interest to ask the person who knows your situation best (your plastic surgeon) what he is referring to and what the possibilities are to “fix it”.

Best wishes.

Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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	“A Gifted Surgeon - San Diego, CA” It rid myself of extra fat and skin that would not tone up no matter how much exercise I did. I had been contemplating having abdominoplasty for the past ten years. I had seen several plastic surgeons and did not feel comfortable with any of the choices. As the years grew by, so did my stomach. I am a compulsive exerciser and no amount of sit-ups could rid me of the excess skin and fat. I... more
	“Love My New Body - Encinitas, CA” I was not happy how my body looked even with consistent workouts and a healthy diet. I needed these procedures to give me that confidence back that I had prior to having my child. more
	“A Perfect Score! - Del Mar, CA” I had this Tummy Tuck because I had enough of looking in the mirror in disgust. Having 4 kids can wreak havoc on your stomach that you'll never get back no matter how many crunches you do, not to mention the stretch marks that will never go away. One of my goals in life is to pose for a fitness ad or magazine and I would never be able to attain that goal on my own. I look so forward to... more
	“6 weeks post op and feeling good!” I had two C-sections two years apart which resulted in a big loose tummy, diastasis recti and an umbilical hernia. My primary doctor encouraged me to have the hernia repaired so I didn't end up having emergency surgery. When I visited the general surgeon, I asked if he could fix the muscles and I didn't like his options. He told me about a new procedure but didn't know much about... more
	“A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words....” It's been exactly a month since D-Day and I have to say, it feels like much longer. (It doesn't help that I'm basically the poster-child for ADHD and I don't do well when required to sit still for long periods of time.) All said and done, I'm thrilled with my results and unless someone decides to generously foot the "remodeling" bill, I couldn't be... more
	“First beach pic...I think I'll throw...” I wanted my hernia repaired to prevent the possibility of a future obstruction....and I also wanted to look good!! I'm a 33 year old mother of 4. I just had a complete tummy tuck/hernia repair on August 29th. I had a bowel obstruction in 2005 and had a large vertical incision and an umbilical hernia. I tried to have the hernia repaired by a general surgeon last year, but that... more
	“I love my tummy!!! Tummy and Breast...” My overall experience was great, I had my surgery two weeks ago. I am familiar with these procedures, I work in recovery for a few surgery centers and cosmetic clinics. I am a mother of twins, during pregnancy I gained a goof 55 pounds all in my belly. The pregnancy went full term and I gave birth to two beautiful baby girls. I decided that since they recently turned two that it was... more
	“Seeing the light... - San Diego, CA” Being a young mother of 3 (28), I have felt robbed of a youthful body. Although I love my kids more then anything, the hanging stretchmarked skin from the pregnancies kept me from feeling feminine. I am very active and have maintained a healthy weight but my tummy always bothered me. So... i am now 8 days postop and to be quite honest the pain has never been too much to handle. The puffy... more
	“Extended Tummy Tuck & Liposuction -...” My story I am a single mother of three grown kids. I have tried to lose weight for many years and I suffer hypothyroid which doesn’t help. I have been on a ongoing battle of trying to lose weight. I had a lot of fat and skin in the front of my abdominal area and a little on back. After my PCP had told me I would be a great candidate for a tummy tuck. I told myself I was going to have... more
	“Tummy Tuck in Mexico” Well im 20 years old had baby and my skin was ruin. I was planning on just getting Lipo but 3 Dre said to get a tummy tuck. more
	“More Painful Than I Expected - Tijuana” Great Doctor and clean, straight incision. Healing well after 12 days, but I am extremely swollen in lower abdomen. Had fluid removed yesterday, but I still look large. The first few days were hell and could have used stronger pain medication. Difficulty sleeping and shortness of breath at times.I am still bent over and my back hurts. I hope to be able to smile about this in a month. I am... more
	“Great! Tummy Tuck - Tijuana, MX” I had a great experience. Alot of people though I was crazy because I went out of the country but well it was well worth it! more
	“Tummy Tuck and Gallbladder Removal” I am having a tummy tuck, lipo on the flanks and gallbladder removal on July 28th. I am kind of concern because I am paying a PS to remove or improve the look of my c-section scar and remove some of my stretch marks; now I'm going to have new scars from the gallbladder removal. :( Has anyone had this type of procedure before? Should I worry? Are the scars from the gallbladder removal bad?... more
	“Going in on July 16 for Breasts and...” I have my pre-op appointment this Friday (where I pay my balance). I have been on this site for the past few days- thank you everyone for sharing! I really feel I have a good idea what to expect now- basically it sounds like I need a good month before I even begin to feel right again! I am very skinny, but with a lot of damage from my two pregnancies and c-sections. I have a herniated(sp?)... more
	“Tummy Tuck + Lipo Contouring” After many years of yo-yo weight loss and gain, combined with a pregnancy, left my abdomen in the shambles. I basically wanted a clean slate and despite the fact I was overweight at the time of surgery, there was no way these areas were ever going to bounce back. I was also experiencing lower back pain from the weight of my pannus, not to mention sciatic nerve problems that regular visits to... more
	“Tummy Tuck to Get Rid of Flab After...” Having had two children (the youngest being 9 months) I decided that I wanted to get rid of the unwanted flab. I managed to get down to my pre pregnancy weight but could not remove the skin hanging over my trousers when I bent down. I am athletically built and this really bothered me.I go through ups and downs and sometimes wish that I hadn't done it because I am still in pain and unable to... more
	“Lump Above Belly Button After Tummy Tuck” After 3 C sections, my stomach was a saggy mess. I had a large "fold" of skin that grossed me out.Surgery has made me feel whole again, and I can actually see my pubic area for the first time in years! The scar is brutal, but worth every dollar. For those of you that had C sections, this surgey is a breeze!I am 5 1/2 weeks since my tummy tuck. I am unbelievably happy, however I... more
	“Tummy Tuck Gone Bad” I did this because, I have 3 kids, and my tummy was not the same anymore. I felt like crap, but know I feel worse, with a big hole in my tummy.I had a really bad experience, I have been out of work for almost 3 months. I was having vac therapy for 2 months. I had no pain, but just the fact of being home doing nothing, killed me. more
	“Indented Scars from Tummy Tuck” I had twins and had excess skin i could not get rid of. However, i ended up with an unexpected (still unexplained) vertical scar and the horizontal scar is very indented. My doctor says he "doesn't see what I am complaining about." The deep indentation is visible through clothing.I had a tummy tuck two years ago and was dissatisfied with the results. First, although I was prepared... more
	“Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift Changed...” I would like to think of myself as an informed consumer. I’m not at all an impulsive person, especially when it comes to something as significant as my health. When I first started considering having a cosmetic procedure done I consulted with my husband and we both agreed that there were several factors we needed to consider. First, the procedure would have a lasting effect on my... more
	“Mommy Make over - Breast Lift...” I had breast lift with revision and exchange of saline implants from over the muscle to under the muscles with silicone,and had abdominoplasty. I did it because after having saline implants for 8 years and having 2 kids with pregnancy and weight gain and losing weight my breast was sagging and you can see the ripples.I'm 3 more
	“Tummy Tuck Following 3 C-sections,...” I had a tummy tummy tuck 3 years ago. I had the procedure, because I'd had 3 c-sections and my cut was vertical from my naval to the pelvis.At first it seemed really great, but I has a lot of discharge and I have had several occasions that my body have pushed the wire from the stitches out of my side.I woke up this morning with abdominal pain. It felt like the wire from the stitches were... more
	“Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck -...” I have never had any issues with my body but after having three kids my body was just unrecognizable. My pregnancies were all high risk and required me to go on bed rest. Since I had very little activity I gained an excessive amount of weight each time. I lost the weight quickly with diet and exercise after each pregnancy but I had loose skin and a “bulge” in my belly which I guess... more
	“Tummy Tuck So Thin” I had a wonderful experence. I decided to have the surgery for two reasons, gaining weight though my pregnancy, and just the past two years I lost all of my weight and more . Exercise couldnt get rid of the excess skin. The first two weeks of the healing is painful , must need help from family. more