I'm having a tummy tuck and breast augmentation in mid August, and I was wondering how long it usually takes for a full tummy tuck to heal. I heard a breast augmentation takes about 1 to 2 weeks to heal. My husband and I are very sexually active and we were wondering how long it would be until we can resume our normal sex life.
August 24, 2015
Answer: How long after a Tummy tuck and Breast augmentation can I work out or have sex Thank you for your question. My patients are cleared to exercise in 6 weeks after their Mommy makeover. Discuss your post op instuctions with ypur Plastic Surgeon which may differ. Best Wishes
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August 24, 2015
Answer: How long after a Tummy tuck and Breast augmentation can I work out or have sex Thank you for your question. My patients are cleared to exercise in 6 weeks after their Mommy makeover. Discuss your post op instuctions with ypur Plastic Surgeon which may differ. Best Wishes
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November 18, 2015
Answer: Working Out & Sex after Mommy Makeover Here is the general advice I give to my patients: Following #MommyMakeover surgery, you will be walking in a bent-over position to keep tension off the newly tightened skin incision site. Although strenuous activity, and lifting more than ten pounds, must be avoided for 6 weeks, some people can return to work and daily activities as soon as 2 weeks after surgery. Softening of the surgical scars, return of sensation, and loosening of the tight sensation may take several months to a year or more. ?Abdominoplasty involves a recovery period of 10 to 14 days longer than most plastic surgical procedures. Initial discomfort and decreased mobility is typical. To decrease this discomfort, we offer a long acting local anesthetic. This numbing injection solution (Exparel) which lasts for 3-4 days allows for an easier recovery and is preferable to older pain pump technology.3-5 days or more of assistance at home is usually indicated. We can arrange for a nurse to stay with you if helpful.You will be encouraged to move and walk regularly starting the day of surgery. Wearing your TED stockings at all times, except while washing, to prevent venous clots (deep vein thrombosis) is mandatory. Sex in 4-6 weeks for most. Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. No sports or heavy lifting for 6 weeks or more – please discuss with your doctor for specific answers to your questions.
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November 18, 2015
Answer: Working Out & Sex after Mommy Makeover Here is the general advice I give to my patients: Following #MommyMakeover surgery, you will be walking in a bent-over position to keep tension off the newly tightened skin incision site. Although strenuous activity, and lifting more than ten pounds, must be avoided for 6 weeks, some people can return to work and daily activities as soon as 2 weeks after surgery. Softening of the surgical scars, return of sensation, and loosening of the tight sensation may take several months to a year or more. ?Abdominoplasty involves a recovery period of 10 to 14 days longer than most plastic surgical procedures. Initial discomfort and decreased mobility is typical. To decrease this discomfort, we offer a long acting local anesthetic. This numbing injection solution (Exparel) which lasts for 3-4 days allows for an easier recovery and is preferable to older pain pump technology.3-5 days or more of assistance at home is usually indicated. We can arrange for a nurse to stay with you if helpful.You will be encouraged to move and walk regularly starting the day of surgery. Wearing your TED stockings at all times, except while washing, to prevent venous clots (deep vein thrombosis) is mandatory. Sex in 4-6 weeks for most. Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. No sports or heavy lifting for 6 weeks or more – please discuss with your doctor for specific answers to your questions.
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Time to heal It is great that you have a healthy sexual relationship. It is not uncommon for partners to be concerned about "hurting" the operated partner following surgery. It is important to reassure both. All wounds take about 6 weeks to form sufficient scar tissue to tolerate normal forces. However, some advise limited tension on wounds for up to 3 months because of scar widening. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon as they may vary in their recommendations.
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Time to heal It is great that you have a healthy sexual relationship. It is not uncommon for partners to be concerned about "hurting" the operated partner following surgery. It is important to reassure both. All wounds take about 6 weeks to form sufficient scar tissue to tolerate normal forces. However, some advise limited tension on wounds for up to 3 months because of scar widening. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon as they may vary in their recommendations.
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