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Yes, weather can impact your healing after a tummy tuck, so it’s worth considering the time of year for your procedure.
Heat and humidity can lead to more sweating, increasing the risk of infection and discomfort in the early stages of recovery. Also, I recommend my patients avoid sun exposure while healing. Sun exposure, UV rays can darken scars and delay healing.
Many patients opt for surgery in the fall to allow for a more relaxed recovery period, avoiding excessive sun or outdoor activities. Ultimately, the best time for your surgery depends on your recovery needs, so it's a good idea to discuss timing with your surgeon based on your individual circumstances.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Hi- Great question! Yes, an umbilical hernia can often be repaired during a mini abdominoplasty, depending on the specifics of the case and the surgeon’s approach.
If you have an umbilical hernia (a bulge near the belly button), it may be addressed at the same time as the mini tummy tuck. The surgeon can repair the hernia by pushing the protruding tissue back into place and reinforcing the abdominal wall.
However, whether it's appropriate to combine both procedures depends on factors like the size of the hernia, the severity of the abdominal wall weakness, and your overall health. It's essential to have a detailed discussion with a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine the best course of action for your situation.
Wish you the best.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Congratulations on losing the weight. You can certainly get panniculectomy which would remove your skin only. This would need general anesthesia and you will need vertical and horizontal incisions to remove all the excess skin. You will so need new belly button position as well. I hope this helps. Good luck.
Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon
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Sorry you are experiencing this. I would suggest keeping a compressive dressing on this area. Any fluid drainage? Likely post surgery swelling which should improve over time. I hope this helps. Good luck.
Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon
Hi,
Thanks for your question. I believe abdominoplasty will give you the best shape that you are looking for. This will remove excess skin and will tighten your core muscles underneath. Small chance you will have a vertical scar as well. Definitely will give you a great shape!! Good luck. Happy to answer any questions.
Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon
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