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Dear misskaymae88,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Thanks for your question. I recommend that patients clean their umbilicus, or belly button, using hydrogen peroxide, it works well to loosen dried blood and drainage, which if left in place can contribute to inflammation in that area.
Thank you for your question.When showering after a tummy tuck it is very important to follow the specific directions of your physician. After a tummy tuck your wound is fresh so a dry environment will help it heal faster. You don’t want to shower because it usually causes bacteria from brea...
Lumpiness and contour irregularity is common immediately after body contouring. It would be best to discuss with your surgeo because it depends on what operative maneuvers were done that could have led to the development of this issue. Good luck.
We all had to learn how to operate in our careers. Typically, academic or teaching hospitals have residents performing surgeries under the guidance of an attending plastic surgeon. However, if this is not what you are comfortable with, choose a board certified plastic surgeon (usually in their o...