Is it OK to use a cleanse 6 weeks after my tummy tuck & liposuction?

Hello,I advise my patients to avoid cardio work outs after surgery for 3 weeks in order to decrease swelling and risk of bleeding. As well, straining or heavy lifting is usually to be avoided for a time after Tummy Tuck so as not to strain your abdominal muscles. I doubt that your heart rate and...

It is perfectly normal to have numbness or swelling after a tummy tuck which is expected to slowly have sensation return to normal after many months and even years following your surgery. Although uncommon, permanent numbness and tingling can occur after tummy tuck surgery, especially in the...

Having had a bladder sling will not keep you from getting a tummy tuck. Find a board certified plastic surgeon for an evaluation and get all your questions answered. Good luck!

Any more weight you lose is great and will help the final result. A cosmetic procedure is something you should want for yourself. While in my hands it usually is a 1.5 to 2 hour surgery there are still real risks involved. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is a great start....

The rectus muscle attaches to the ribs and the separation can occur that high. A careful examination can verify this. A negative CT scan helps rule out a true hernia, which could be repaired during an abdominoplasty.

Hello,Swelling at one year is not expected. Typically, even after some ongoing trauma to the area, swelling is resolved and final results visible by 6 months. There may be other causes for this such as fluid retention or weight gain. I recommend that you share your concerns with your...