Full abdominoplasty 9/22/15. (Two weeks Post Op) Saw my surgeon one week ago and he was not alarmed at all and told me the belly button is the last thing to heal, but I want a second opinion. Are these bubbles inside normal? Otherwise thrilled with my results!
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At five weeks post tummy tuck, what you are probably feeling is several rows of sutures that are underneath the skin. I would recommend that you discuss this with your plastic surgeon at your next postoperative visit. Congratulations on your tummy tuck and I hope for an uneventful recovery. Good...
Dear Melita40,
No. There should be no difference whether the
band is full or empty. It is important that the surgeon be aware of the port
because when the muscles are tightened it will displace the position and need
to be repositioned. Certainly, your surgeon should be comfortable in...
Marcaine will control pain for about 8-12 hours. Exparel is a long-acting marcaine that lasts 3+ days. I have been using Exparel for several years during all my cosmetic procedures and the pain control has been very very good. Keep in mind, this is not magic. There a specific...
