How soon should I start embrace scar therapy after tummy tuck?

Hello and thank you for posting a photo along with your question. It is very early to be concerned about the asymmetry you see because swelling can be uneven. That being said....Preop photos would be really helpful in answering this question. I always perform a thorough evaluation before surgery...

Great question! Without pictures to give an idea which type of abdominoplasty procedure (tummy tuck) will best address your concerns, it's tough to say. If you don't have any/much excess loose skin above your belly button you may be a candidate for a mini tummy tuck where the belly button is ...

Thank you for your pictures and questions. I am going to assume that at some point, you had an open wound in the area of your umbilicus. During the healing of this wound, the body develops granulation tissue as the wound fills. Sometimes this tissue can grow too much and can even develop a ...

HI curious mom,You should go see your PS and get a venous Doppler ultrasound to be sure you do not have a clot in your legs. This test is quick, painless and would reassure both you and your doctor that you are OK. Best Wishes,Dr. Christine Rodgers

I have used Exparel in my practice for over a year now, and can tell you it does indeed reduce (but not eliminate) pain after breast or abdominal surgery. I know this by the reduction in calls asking for more pain medication or refills for post-op narcotic.Since I also use oral muscle relaxants...

The appearance of your incision will likely improve over time as swelling dissipates.  Some patients may benefit from contouring liposuction after the incision is fully healed.  It's often not safe to perform aggressive liposuction in the distal flap at the same time as a tummy tuck, so co...