Is it ok to take gym supplements such as amino acids, 8 weeks post Tummy Tuck?

The umbilicus hernia only creates a very small (grape size) protruding area. So after the hernia repair, which is performed through a 2cm incision inside of the navel will not make your abdomen look better. Your abdomen will look exactly the same just without the little grape sticking out...

Bariatric surgeons suggest to have the reconstructive plastic procedures about 9-12 months after a GS because it will be the time to be finally stable on weight. The laparoscopic procedure incisions normally do not represent an issue to perform a Tummy truck. Congratulations for the...

By six weeks after surgery, you should be healed enough to do most routine activities. However, I advise my tummy tuck patients to wait about 8 to 10 weeks before beginning very strenuous activities like the ones you mention. There is no reason why you cannot resume it all after this time frame....

While the vertical scar can't be eliminated in its entirety now, sometimes if there is some extra remaining laxity, a portion of it could be excised if a inverted-T approach were to used at the time of scar revision.  Otherwise, you could just excise the wide parts, and re-suture them...

Each body takes its own time to heal. Your body went through a lot and may need some extra time. Although we do have guidelines and timelines for the healing process, each body is different. Take it easy still and continue to talk to your doctor if you have concerns or questions. 

Remember patient safety concerns are the most important factor not costs. Many Plastic Surgeons do not advocate doing a tubal ligation at the same time as a tummy tuck because the risks for complications increases when anesthesia time and combined procedures are performed. Be sure you understand...