Is Drainless Tummy Tuck a Safe Procedure?

October 13, 2009
Asked By:nomorebigbelly in Crown Point, IN

After consulting a board certified plastic surgeon, I was told that some physicians do not do the drainless procedure because it takes additional time in the O.R. (hence higher cost) or that the same risks exist when using drains. Is it safe?I have heard conflicting views and am a bit concerned/confused about this. I must admit, no drains sounds very appealing to me as a patient.

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Answer: Tummy Tucks Without Drains

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January 8, 2025

Answer: Research to Support "Drainless Tummy Tucks"

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Answer: Research to Support "Drainless Tummy Tucks"

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Answer: Is Drainless Tummy Tuck a Safe Procedure?

Robert M. Lowen, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 7, 2019

Answer: Is Drainless Tummy Tuck a Safe Procedure?

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March 29, 2018

Answer: Is Drainless Tummy Tuck a Safe Procedure?

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March 29, 2018

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Steven Vath, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 21, 2018

Answer: Drainless tummy tuck is not dangerous

Phillip Dauwe, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 21, 2018

Answer: Drainless tummy tuck is not dangerous

Phillip Dauwe, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 21, 2017

Answer: Drainless tummy tucks are definitely safe!

Emile Brown, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 21, 2017

Answer: Drainless tummy tucks are definitely safe!

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