Tummy Tuck: Q&A
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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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Poor Abdominal Fascia
I had an umbilical hernia repair following 4 pregnancies. The surgeon found that I have very thin fascia, and he put in a large piece of mesh that...
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During Abdominoplasty, How Does a Surgeon Estimate How Much to Tighten the Fascia?
Surgeons agree my abdominal fascia needs tightening from breastbone to pubic bone. CT scan shows muscle separation of maybe an inch. Isn't the...
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What if my Fascia is Too Fragile to Pull Together?
The surgeon who did my hernia repair said I have really bad fascia. I understand that the fascia layer is what is pulled together, not the actual...
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Can a Diastasis Recti Repair Go Back To Pre-Op Status Because of "Inherent Weakness" of My Fascia?
I am a male with a 36" waist. I had my large diastasis recti repaired (surgery) in December 2010. The result was stunning. But the situation...
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During my Tummy Tuck my Doctor Sutured my Skin to my Fascia So the Scar Would Not Slide Up, is This Normal?
Will I have any side affects or difficulty with this? I am a very active person.
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I Am 5yrs Post Op. I Am Experiencing Severe Swelling of my Abdominal Wall?
This occurs after eating, mainly at night, or after exercise. I look 9 mths pregnant before I go to bed and wake up significantly better. But this...
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Separated Fascia in the Pelvic Area?
I've been told that I have separated the fascia tissue in my pelvic area (when I strained my groin). My adductor muscles are very tight and I think...
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Are There Any Doctors on the West Coast Who Perform an Extended Mini Tummy Tuck?
I have had the hardest time searching for plastic surgeons who perform either a hybrid tummy tuck or an extended mini tummy tuck. I am in need of full...
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Torn Fascia? (photo)
I had a full TT in December. I've noticed that in order to look completely flat I have to suck my stomach in. Prior to the TT I was thin and athletic...
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