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CLAIM YOUR PROFILEFrom the looks of it is definitely bruising. However, if it causes you any discomfort, schedule a meeting with your surgeon. Worst case scenario (if it were the beginning of an infection) your surgeon will schedule proper medication for you to treat it without the need to another surgery.
Plastic Surgeon
You should worry more on whether or not the new implants are proportional to your body size.
As you haven't provided any pictures, I'll say that you should stick to your surgeon suggestions.
Plastic Surgeon
Chances are it did nothing. As long as you don't present any pain or discomfort, it should be of no concern to you.
If anything, just mentioned this to your surgeon in any of the post procedure appointments. Or just contact him out right.
But like I said, if you don't percent any pain, then it should be of no concern.
Plastic Surgeon
I say you could be back to work a week after you get you surgery done. Should you have any doubts, then speak with your surgeon and he will give you a more precise opinion based on your specific situation.
Plastic Surgeon
Since you are treating different areas, there is little effect one surgery will have over the other. However, it could have some effects over the recovery process of the first surgery, which may cause more noticeable scars.
The most optimal course of action would be having both at the same time, but since that is not possible, a month or two should suffice.
Plastic Surgeon
Staying smoke free several months before the surgery will definitely improve the healing process, but if you already come from several decades of smoking habits, do not expect to have the same healing quality as a person who hasn't ever smoked or even a person who is only occasionally exposed to second hand smoking.
Plastic Surgeon
Fully scarring does not occur but after six months, in some cases up to a year. If you want to improve the appearance of scars, try using bio oils to help with the recovery process.
Plastic Surgeon
At this stage, you pretty much finished the recovery several months ago. Feel free to exercise as much as you want, as that will help you to perpetuate the results obtained from the tummy tuck.
Stay safe and healthy.
Plastic Surgeon
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Plastic Surgeon
Just get in contact with your surgeon, they will easily adjust the skin so that the scar will be far less noticeable. And if necessary, skin grafts can be used to give shape and volume to those spots.
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