Will a Laperotomy or Laparoscope Ruin a Tummy Tuck?

This appears to be a very nice abdominoplasty result at two weeks. The swelling of the belly button is very common and I see this in almost all of my patients. It will take anywhere from 1-2 months for the swelling to fully subside, but it will. No need to worry, just give it time. 

That is a great question. It depends on what your pouch is made of. If there is lose skin and muscle separation then there is NO non surgical alternative. A tummy tuck is designed to remove excess skin and tighten muscles. Now if you have stubborn fat and pretty good skin quality then I...

Thank you for the question and for the photo. It is normal to have some swelling 2-3 weeks after a tummy tuck, and this can certainly vary throughout the day depending on your level of activity.  The swelling that occurs with a seroma differs in its presentation. A seroma doesn't vary...

Thank you for your question. There is some continued healing for the first 6 months after a tummy tuck. The skin can remodel and the scars gradually improve. However, after 6 months, your result should be fairly permanent. I would no longer expect there to be further tightening of the skin, and...

Best Scar Management is important to minimize or completely hide from view, the telltale signs of your surgery—namely, scars. Both you and your surgeon want you to have the most minimal scarring possible. There are many possible causes for scars that are enlarged or not healing well. Unsightly s...