I'm wanting to have a tummy tuck and breast augmentation - I'm a type 2 diabetic.

If you are otherwise healthy, do not smoke, and have a stable weight and good exercise tolerance, being a type 2 diabetic should not prevent you from having breast augmentation and tummy tuck.  It is important, however, to have your blood glucose levels as optimally controlled as possible.  Diabetic patients who have elevated fingersticks or A1c are at higher risk for complications like developing wounds at their incisions or infection postoperatively.  Tight glycemic control reduces your risk of having these types of issues after surgery.You may consider checking in with your endocrinologist to see how else you can optimize your blood sugar levels prior to having an elective major surgery like mommy makeover.  And as always, be sure to consult with an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon who will be able to guide you safely through your journey.Hope this helps, and best of luck,Dr. Lim

Thank you for the question.
 
Well controlled diabetes is not a contraindication to tummy tuck surgery and/or other elective plastic surgical procedures.  However, diabetics are at a greater risk of infection compared to non-diabetic patients. Always best to check with your primary care physician or endocrinologist for “medical clearance” prior to surgery. Managing your diabetic medications around the time of surgery (to avoid hypo as well as hyperglycemia), while you will have altered oral intake, will be important. I hope this  helps.  Best wishes.