How much does it cost to add Lipo to your flanks with your Tummy Tuck?

Thank you for your question. I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon. Every surgeon has their own specific post op protocol for their patients and your surgeon is the best resource when questions arise. They are most familiar with your medical history, details of your ...

From what you are describing, it sounds like you may have a seroma (fluid collection) that is beginning to drain thru the opening.As long as you don't have any fevers or redness or pus draining from the area I would say it is ok to wait and not an emergency.  If you do start feeling ill or h...

Hi Fit Mom!I think you need to figure out which bothers you more. Either the excess skin, or the prospect of a longer scar. In order to get the best result a tummy tuck would be the best option. This by definition has a longer scar than a c section incision. A mini tummy tuck just addresses the ...

These are surgical clips used to control bleeding. By this time, the blood vessels that these clips were used on should have organized with clot and will not bleed any more. These are inert and will not affect healing. 

The tummy tuck should improve at least some of those stretch marks.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA.

At about 10 - 14 days after surgery, post-operative scar management strategies are begun.  These strategies include: The use of sunscreen to keep the incisions from getting too pinkGentle massage of the incisions and operative area, to encourage blood flow and to keep the scars from getting to...