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Tummy Tuck Vs Laser Skin Tightening for Minimal Loose Skin After Pregnancy

I've had three children via C-section, and a hysterectomy. I am 5'2 and 112 pounds and exercise a few times a week. Although my stomach looks flat...

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Mini Tummy Tuck Vs Full Tummy Tuck?

Should I have a mini tummy tuck or full tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)? What are the differences on recovery time and surgery success? I've had 3 kids...

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Am I a Good Candidate for a Full or Mini Tummy Tuck?

After having 4 children and from yo yo dieting, my stomach is a mess. I have lots of stretch marks and lower abdominal loose skin. I have been to 2...

21 doctor answers

Tummy Tuck Without Drainage Vs. with Drains?

Does it make a difference on swelling? I notice that people who have Tummy Tucks without drainage seem to be more swollen than tummy tucks done with....

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High Tension Tummy Tuck Vs. Regular Tummy Tuck

What's the difference between a high tension tummy tuck and a regular one?

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Tummy Tuck Vs Liposuction for Abdomen

I am 112 pounds with thin arms and legs. My abdomen has always been large in proportion to my body, but after 3 C-sections, it is huge. I could pass...

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Mini or full tummy tuck and future pregnancies?

I am currently looking to have a tummy tuck done. As you can see I have quite a few stretchmarks, (two pregnancies, second was a twin surrogacy for my...

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Muscle Repair Vs Fascia Tightening

When have a tummy tuck procedure done what is the difference between muscle repair and fascia tightening and which has the best results?

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Pros and Cons of Permanent Vs. Dissolvable Sutures for Diastasis?

I'm concerned and "creeped out" by the idea of permanent sutures for diastasis and would like to be more informed about dissolvable...

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