I usually get C-sections when I have my children, but this next one I am looking into having a mini tummy tuck done. Might as well right? But I would like to know if this is possible and how would I go about to do this? Would I have my ob-gyn and then my cosmetic doctor schedule for same day? Any advice would definitely help!
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early in your recovery from Tummy tuck/ liposuction. Final results take 6-12 months. This surgery in particular leads to
swelling in the lower abdomen and suprapubic area. The swelling will take the longest amount of
time to go away, but rest as...
An in person evaluation is best, but from the photos it appears the contour of your abdomen may be related to visceral (internal) fat, muscle wall laxity or both. Visceral fat cannot be addressed with liposuction or a tummy tuck. It will improve with weight loss. Correction of muscle wall...
An examination is needed to be sure but you may be a candidate for a standard tummy tuck. This would remove excess fat and skin and correct abdominal wall laxity both above and below the belly button. Because the position of your belly button is higher you may have a small vertical scar to get...