Joplin Tummy Tuck doctors

	William H. Huffaker, MD Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon 17300 N Outer Forty Road Suite 300, Chesterfield		10 answers
	Christian Prada, MD Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon 17300 North Outer 40 Road Suite 300, Chesterfield		8 answers
	Davis L. Bronson, MD Joplin Plastic Surgeon 1532 W 32nd Street Suite 202, Joplin

Recent Answers

Can Umbilical Hernias Come Back? Is it true that even if a umbilical hernia is fixed, it can come back? My doctor told me he fixed my umbilical hernia but in rare cases it can come back?, is there anything that can be done to prevent this?

A: Can Umbilical Hernias Come Back?

Umbilical hernias can recur. The recurrence rate is higher for larger hernias fixed with sutures alone. I would suggest to your physician using a mesh plug for larger defects.

Christian Prada, MD

Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon

How Long Does the Average Patient Wear Their Girdle After a Tummy Tuck? Are there times after the recovery period has ended that a patient may want to wear the girdle again?

A: How Long Does the Average Patient Wear Their Girdle After a Tummy Tuck?

This differs from surgeon to surgeon. I have my patients wear a compression garment for 6 weeks. Each week the patient can get out of the garment for 1 additional hour a day.

Christian Prada, MD

Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon

Bronchitis 3 Weeks Post-Op TT, Will this Interfere with Internal Sutures? Had tummy tuck almost a month ago, at almost three weeks I developed bronchitis, will this possibly interfere with the internal sutures?

A: Bronchitis 3 Weeks Post-Op TT, Will this Interfere with Internal Sutures?

This certainly can be a concern during your healing process. Heavy coughing can lead to problems with your muscle plication. Work closely with your Primary Doctor to make sure your recovering from your Bronchitis. Make sure you are also wearing your abdominal binder religiously.

Christian Prada, MD

Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon