Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck before & after photos
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Tummy Tuck Cost $8,400 average cost

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Tummy Tuck Recovery 41 answers

What is tummy tuck recovery generally like? If I get it done, what can I expect post-op care, checkups, pain? How long does complete recovery from a...

Showers or Baths After Tummy Tuck? 15 answers

I am scheduled for a tummy tuck. I take baths every night and was wondering if I need to refrain from that and switch to showering??!!

After a Tummy Tuck, Are There Any Long-term Dangers from Traumas to the Stomach, Such As from Impacts or Exercise? 8 answers

When reading the description of tummy tuck surgery, I read that they "tighten" the muscles, which gives me the impression that something bad...

Tummy Tuck Recovery Care? 6 answers

What should I be doing as part of post-Tummy Tuck care (like showering, compression garment use, washing the binder, changing wound dressing, etc.)?

Could Distended Lower Abs After Tummy Tuck Be A Seroma? 6 answers

I am 5 weeks post tummy tuck. My upper abs are very flat but right below my incision is extremely distended . It's as though I have a donut around...

Care After a Tummy Tuck and Liposuction 5 answers

I need to get some detailed information on how much care I will need about a tummy tuck with lipo . I am alone and in my middle 50s.

Should the Scabbing be Hard or Soft 1 Month Post-Op TT? (photo) 5 answers

I have 3 spot's scabbing should I keep them covered with triple and bandages or let them dry and stay hard . My PS said every thing looks good and...

TT Recovery Time and Advice Please? 5 answers

Hi, I am having a full TT with muscle repair? I have two children aged 2 and 3? How long will i need help looking after them? For example? Cooking?...

What Expectations Should I Have for the Recovery Process for an Extended Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

Just curious on what the recovery and pain will be like for an extended tummy tuck? Is it much different than a regular tummy tuck?

Recommendation on Draining Seroma After Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

Now 4 weeks post session, a seroma has developed (according to my dr.) I go weekly and she doesn't want to irrigate because of the risk of infection....

What Items Do I Need for my Comfort, Recovery and Scars Post-op Tummy Tuck and Breast Implants? 3 answers

I am scheduled for a tummy tuck in May 2012&a possible breast augmentation, I havent decided on the breast because of the difficult choice between...

Compression Garment Options for Support and Comfort Post TT? 3 answers

What is the best garment to wear after a full tummy tuck? One that is the most comfortable and supports the way It needs to?

Interacting with Children After Tummy Tuck 2 answers

I am schedule for a Tummy Tuck soon, I have 2 babies ages 2 1/2 and 1 year old. I was told that I cannot lift anything over 10 lbs. for six weeks....

4 Weeks Post-op - Should I Still Be Wearing Padding Between my Binder and Scar? 1 answer

I am still wearing padding (combine ABD Pad) between my biinder (which is rough) and my scar. How long I should do this for and could this be causing...

4 Week Post-op - Burning/stinging Sensation on Right Side at End of Scar 1 answer

Hi, I am coming along very nicely in my healing process. My scar and belly button look good. My question is that in the last few days I have been...

When I Begin my Massage Treatment for Tummy Tuck Scar, Can I Use a Hand Held Massager? 1 answer

I am beginning massage treatment for my scar after a tummy tuck and lip of flanks. I was told to do a vigorous massage several times a day. Can I use...
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