What could this be? Dark, hardened spot after Tummy Tuck (Photo)

This has got to be one of the strangest questions I've seen here.  While sometimes pelvic surgery like hysterectomy or bladder suspension can be combined with a tummy tuck, tubal reversal at the time of tummy tuck would be little counterproductive since the tubal reversal is surely not being d...

I recommend ScaRxTape for all my patients to minimize the scars. I recommend that this be worn over the incisions after any type of surgery for up to 3months to achieve the best results. 

Thanks for your great question.  Remember, we were all residents at one time.  These clinics are always supervised by a board certified plastic surgeon while the residents are performing the surgeries.  Make sure you select a good university where you can be secure that it is a well run cl...

You didn't mention what procedure you had done, and, while the drain should be removed at some point, I don't think it is overly dangerous. Check with you physician or resubmit with a bit more info. Good luck. R Mandraccia MD Ft Myers Fl and Oklahoma City, OK

It would be wise to avoid driving until you no longer need the pain medication, but speak with your surgeon to get a time frame specific to your healing process.

Thank you for your question. Having a tummy tuck does not mean you wouldn't be able to have children later in life. I have had patients who have had successful pregnancies following their procedures at any point- whether it be just a few years after having the surgery or even longer. I do...