I'm 26 and currently down 30 of 65 lbs I'd like to lose total. Based on the deep stretch marks and already somewhat loose skin of my lower abdomen, I'm pretty convinced that I will need a tummy tuck when I reach my goal weight, which, if all goes according to plan, will be around April 1st. I'm a bridesmaid in a friend's wedding at the end of May, so how far in advance of her wedding should I plan on scheduling the surgery so that I won't be super swollen on the day of her wedding?
Answer: Planning For Events Post Tummy Tuck Hello,Thank you for your question. It will be at least 6 weeks post op before you can do any strenuous activity and many patients still have some swelling at that point. The majority of pain and swelling should have resolved by 6-8 weeks however.I recommend that you discuss your plans and goals with your chosen Plastic Surgeon so that they can help you plan and meet your needs.All the best
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Answer: Planning For Events Post Tummy Tuck Hello,Thank you for your question. It will be at least 6 weeks post op before you can do any strenuous activity and many patients still have some swelling at that point. The majority of pain and swelling should have resolved by 6-8 weeks however.I recommend that you discuss your plans and goals with your chosen Plastic Surgeon so that they can help you plan and meet your needs.All the best
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October 24, 2016
Answer: 8 weeks If all goes well and you allow yourself a minimum of 8 weeks between your surgery and your friend’s wedding, then that would probably be sufficient. The swelling won’t be totally gone, as it can take a full year for this to occur, but most of it should have subsided. At 8 weeks, you’ll also be able to enjoy yourself without limitations on activity. Of course, it’s always best to ask your surgeon for their advice, as it may be different.
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October 24, 2016
Answer: 8 weeks If all goes well and you allow yourself a minimum of 8 weeks between your surgery and your friend’s wedding, then that would probably be sufficient. The swelling won’t be totally gone, as it can take a full year for this to occur, but most of it should have subsided. At 8 weeks, you’ll also be able to enjoy yourself without limitations on activity. Of course, it’s always best to ask your surgeon for their advice, as it may be different.
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October 24, 2016
Answer: How long to before an event to have a tummy tuck? Great job on your weight loss so far! Surgery is best planned when you have reached a stable weight that is within 5-10 pounds of your goal. At minimum, you want to have your surgery 6 weeks before an event. Some patients will have persistent swelling for as long as 3-4 months but generally most of the swelling is resolved by 6 weeks.
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October 24, 2016
Answer: How long to before an event to have a tummy tuck? Great job on your weight loss so far! Surgery is best planned when you have reached a stable weight that is within 5-10 pounds of your goal. At minimum, you want to have your surgery 6 weeks before an event. Some patients will have persistent swelling for as long as 3-4 months but generally most of the swelling is resolved by 6 weeks.
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October 23, 2016
Answer: Tummy tuck Thanks for your inquiry, you should do your surgery at least six weeks before the wedding and better yet would be eight weeks. I have link to my website going over early recovery after tummy tuck and congratulations on your weight loss!
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October 23, 2016
Answer: Tummy tuck Thanks for your inquiry, you should do your surgery at least six weeks before the wedding and better yet would be eight weeks. I have link to my website going over early recovery after tummy tuck and congratulations on your weight loss!
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October 22, 2016
Answer: Estimated Healing Period After Tummy Tuck Most patients will be placed in an abdominal binder, which they will wear the first week. There is usually a fair amount of swelling and the binder should be opened several times a day so that there are no pressure points. After the first 7 to 10 days the patient is placed in an elastic garment for compression over the next six weeks.
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October 22, 2016
Answer: Estimated Healing Period After Tummy Tuck Most patients will be placed in an abdominal binder, which they will wear the first week. There is usually a fair amount of swelling and the binder should be opened several times a day so that there are no pressure points. After the first 7 to 10 days the patient is placed in an elastic garment for compression over the next six weeks.
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