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Dear Sbook,a minimum of two weeks of downtime is needed for your initial tummy tuck surgery recovery—but keep in mind that it’s very dependent on the individual; some may need longer than two weeks of downtime. Keep in mind that even after the initial two weeks of your tummy tuck recovery, you want to avoid any heavy lifting for at least six weeks. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Patients are typically able to return to non physically demanding work two weeks after a tummy tuck. Some lifting and activity restrictions will be in place longer. It is important to allow your body time to heal and to return to activities gradually. Your surgeon will advise when you are cleared to return to various activities based on how you are progressing through recovery. Typically you will be cleared for most activity by 6-8 weeks post op.
Thank you for sharing your question. Unfortunately with the limited views in your photographs I would recommend seeking out in-person second opinions for the best advice.
I would recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Your surgeon would review your medical history and likely require preoperative labs/clearance to make sure you are a good surgical candidate. Your blood pressure would need to be well...
Hello paulamichelle92 Thank you for your question. It looks to be healing well although there are some small openings where the scabs may have fallen off prematurely. Just keep the openings clean and dry at all times. Do not apply any creams or ointments. They will eventually close-up on their...
There should not be much safety difference so long as standard protocols are followed. It is important to make sure maximum doses of medications are not given - which can be done with either exparel or the standard.
Dear Gregarious477981, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, it is hard to predict future complications. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more...
There is no evidence that collagen peptide supplementation causes thicker or raised scars. I prefer patients to be off all supplements for several weeks before and after surgery - but this is to mitigate bleeding complications.
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