I'm seven months post Abdominoplasty and two weeks post scar revision of my bellybutton. My navel still has a flat and wide appearance with no or very little depth. Is there anything more that can be done? Would an umbilicoplasty improve the appearance? If so what question should I ask my surgeon? Thank you in advance
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Thank you for the question in the photos. It is not unusual for someone to have swelling post tummy tuck and Liposuction for up to 3 to 6 months. It is nice to hear that you have recently seen your plastic surgeon and he or she has examined you and ruled out a seroma. From looking at the photos...
Thank you for the question. Tummy tuck and liposuction address different needs so it would help to conduct an in-person exam to give you an individualized answer. I would advise to perform a tummy tuck and liposuction together because this way you will save on downtime and have just one recovery...
Thanks so much for your question. The surgery won't change anything in terms of your digestion. Nothing is being done interabdominally. However, you will feel a corset effect from the surgery. At this point you probably know what's best tolerated for your body's digestion. I would stick with...
