I've seen photos where the plastic surgeon places drains in the mons area, others where it's along the incision, cases where there is only one, sometimes two... Is it surgeon preference? Patient dictated? Is one location better than another for removal post op or for post op pain? Thanks so much for your response!
July 18, 2016
Answer: Drain positioning The location and use of the drain post operatively is a mix of a few things: function, aesthetics (a minimally visible scar is always key in plastic surgery) surgeon's preference, and the unique characteristics of each patient.The pain is usually not as bad as one might expect because the area is often numb for a few weeks post operatively!As always, bring up your questions to your surgeon during your consultation and make sure the sure that the Doctor you see is Board Certified.
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July 18, 2016
Answer: Drain positioning The location and use of the drain post operatively is a mix of a few things: function, aesthetics (a minimally visible scar is always key in plastic surgery) surgeon's preference, and the unique characteristics of each patient.The pain is usually not as bad as one might expect because the area is often numb for a few weeks post operatively!As always, bring up your questions to your surgeon during your consultation and make sure the sure that the Doctor you see is Board Certified.
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July 14, 2016
Answer: Abdominoplasty drains Thanks for your question.It is generally the surgeons choice of where the drains exit and if there are one or two. Some surgeons do not use any drains (I still use one exiting from the lower mons).Best of luck with your search..Dr T
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July 14, 2016
Answer: Abdominoplasty drains Thanks for your question.It is generally the surgeons choice of where the drains exit and if there are one or two. Some surgeons do not use any drains (I still use one exiting from the lower mons).Best of luck with your search..Dr T
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