I had a full tummy tuck and breast reduction 8 days ago and my belly button does not look normal at all to me. I really would like to hear what other think. I have talked to my PS and he said I am stressing to much about it and that it's too early. Please give me feedback!!
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When having surgery such as a tummy tuck we recommend stopping all medication including all vitamins and supplements two weeks prior and two weeks after the surgery. Taking herbal supplements can affect the healing process. It is best to consult with your surgeon to see what they suggest.
Thank you for sharing your excellent question and photographs. Based on the location of your scar and lack of an incision around your belly button it appears that you had a panniculectomy. This is an insurance covered procedure that is similar to a tummy tuck in that it removes any o...
There is no consensus on the benefits of compression after a tummy tuck. Therefore there are no specific guidelines on the tightness of the compression. My personal recommendations are for gentle compression such that the binder is comfortable.