I am walking fine no pain not much swelling at all. My surgeon said I can shower after 2 days. It's day 3 I have no drains just disposable stitches which are covered by tape. How do I shower? Does it matter if they get wet?
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Answer: How do I shower 3 day tummy tuck and muscle tightening?
Having a one finger breath distance between your abdominal muscles is great and you should be commended for exercising appropriately. Your main issue is skin and not really fat removal or muscle repair.That being said you have a few options. One is for non surgical skin tightening- I have a...
Unfortunately insurance providers do not participate with abdominal contour improvement procedures. At best, you may get partial coverage for a scar revision of the abdomen if there are some functional issues related to the tethering of the scar. In order to get the rest of the contour...
As plastic surgeons we attempt to design the location of your tummy tuck scar optimally to permit a more natural transition between your lower abdomen and your thighs/pelvic area. The worst scenario is when the scars are placed too high between the belly button and the pubic area and this must...