Leesburg Tummy Tuck doctors
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Behzad Parva, MD
Washington DC Plastic Surgeon
224-D Cornwall Street, NW Suite 300, Leesburg |
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Michael J. Brown, MD
Leesburg Plastic Surgeon
45155 Research Place Suite 125, Ashburn |
2 answers | |
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Phillip Chang, MD
Leesburg Plastic Surgeon
1860 Town Center Drive Suite 250, Reston |
2 answers | |
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Burton M. Sundin, MD
Richmond Plastic Surgeon
7611 Forest Ave Suite 210, Richmond |
1 answer |
Recent Answers
Are there times after the recovery period has ended that a patient may want to wear the girdle again?
I generally have patients wear a compressive abdominal binder for 3-4 weeks. In the fourth week, I usually have them wear this only during the day. If the patient has Liposuction of the thighs or back they may have to wear garments longer (5-6 weeks) but I get them out of the binder first and transition to a more comfortable garment or even Spanx.
The ‘liquefied fat’ that I have in my belly sounds like fat necrosis. I read that necrosis to the fat cells cause fat to be liquefied before hardening. My question – wouldn’t it be better to remove the fat now before it hardens? Abdominoplasty should result in a flatter belly. I am afraid that allowing the fat to stay and harden will permanently stretch my skin and would leave me with a bigger lower belly than before surgery. I am 3 wks post full TT, normal wt, nonsmoker.
Dear Kyllie,
Fat necrosis does not generally become evident within weeks of surgery. Your swelling is more likely general postoperative edema, fluid collection and/or scar tissue. I would suggest that you see your plastic surgeon for follow and discuss your questions as well as getting his input after examining you. Your body will need time to heal and recover. This is a process that takes time and generally you will see improvement over 2-3 months. It is important that your surgeon make sure you don't have any process, like a fluid collection, that should be addressed. Otherwise time and patience, and you will have a result you are pleased with.
Sincerely,
Behzad Parva, MD, FACS
Hi there, after 1 c-section, I am left with a deflated abdomen and as can be seen in the photographs, red stretch marks from my belly button down. I have a consultation on May 6, but I am seeking other opinions as to whether or not a mini or full tummy tuck would be most beneficial to the appearance of my stomach. Thanks so much.
Kaitlyn,
I generally perform very few Mini Tummy Tucks in women after their childbearing years. A full tummy tuck is often more rejuvenating and gives a more youthful appearance, for several reasons: With a full Tummy Tuck the entire abdominal wall is tightened from breastbone down to pubic bone. The loose skin of the lower abdomen is removed and the healthier upper abdominal skin is re-draped over the entire abdomen. The more limited Mini Tummy Tuck removes very little or no skin from the lower abdominal region only and generally tightens the lower half of the abdominal wall only. Mini Tummy Tucks are generally well suited for women with excellent skin quality and a bulge of the lower abdomen below the bellybutton level. Ask the questions of your surgeon and review before and after photos of both techniques so you have a clear understanding of the difference in results so you can make a well informed decision.
Sincerely,
Behzad Parva, MD
