How long does the internal healing process take?

September 3, 2014
Asked By:SaS82 in Toronto, ON

How long does it take for the muscle repair to heal internally and the incision to be perfectly healed inside out after a tummy tuck . Is it true that you are never fully healed till 6 months to a year post op. Usually at 6 weeks your muscles are repaired at 50% capacity and that's enough to resume normal day activities which includes carrying a one year old .

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May 4, 2018

Answer: Healing time

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May 4, 2018

Answer: Postop

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May 4, 2018

Answer: Postop

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March 20, 2017

Answer: Healing from a Tummy Tuck

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Answer: Healing from a Tummy Tuck

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