Follow up Question: These belly rolls after TT feel very squishy just below bra line, is it swelling or fat gain? (photos)

Hello! It's good that your surgeon thinks this is ok. Your swelling should be coming down at this point. Not so likely to get a fluid collection in the upper abdomen. And you definitely need to be careful about salt and fat intake, and have a healthy diet - that will improve upon surgical results. At this point you should also be able to exercise. Surgery in combination with diet and exercise will take your results over the top. If you do have concerns, circle back to your surgeon, and if you are still concerned, see someone else to get a second opinion.

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Unfortunately without feeling your tissues it is impossible to know if your rolls are due to swelling, residual adipose tissue, muscle laxity or a fluid collection.  I would discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon as they know the full details of your procedure.  Hope this helps.

Congratulations on your recent surgery and thank you for sharing your question about your post operative recovery and results after your surgery.  Final results can take 6-12 months for all the swelling to subside.  At our office here at CARE we actually see all of our surgery patients the very next day after surgery and then again at two weeks and beyond. We enjoy staying closely connected to our patients and enjoy giving the extra attention and service. Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon.  He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best.  Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS

Swelling of the surgical sites is a normal and expected component of wound healing.  Swelling usually peaks at 72 postoperatively, and will slowly resolve over the next several months.  At 6 weeks, most patients have 85% resolution in the swelling.  However, if patients return to full activities too soon, drink large quantities of water or soda, or fail to wear recommended compression garments (among other possible issues), there may be excessive swelling that takes longer to resolve.Only your surgeon and staff know the exact nature of your surgery, and therefore, will be best equipped to help you through this phase of recovery.  I encourage you to direct these questions to your Plastic Surgeon.  Good luck with the remainder of your recovery!

If you feel "like it's more than that," then you should follow up with the plastic surgeon who did your procedure. An inperson examination is the first step in figuring out what is going on.