I recently had a full tummy tuck just over 7 weeks ago. I know this is still early and there is still swelling. However, there is an overhang in front portion of my lower abdomonen that extends over the incision. Underneath the scar in this area feels very hard and so thought maybe it is acting like a dam for the swelling. There is swelling but also looks like there is still fat and possibly a very small amount of loose skin. What are my revision options? How soon can I get them (i.e more lipo?
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I have to agree that waiting a bit will be helpful. I have had several appear as you do, and most look much better as time goes on. This upper area has usually undergone some liposuction so it may have more swelling, and it can also trap excess fluid. With time alone it might go down. If it is...
Thank you for your question. I am happy to hear that you are being evaluated before going through your surgery. While your HR is 56, that is just one part of the picture. Are you a trained athlete? Often very fit patients will have a low HR. Are you on medications that can effect this? You...
Laxity and separation of the tummy (rectus) muscles after pregnancy does NOT make it harder to bring the muscles together. If anything, bringing these muscles together is THE reason for performing the tummy tuck in the first place. Tightening these muscles together is crucial in restoring the...
