I had an extended TT, no lipo, no muscle tightening Had seroma, was aspirated 3x a week and 9 times in total before the seroma stayed away. Now I am free of seroma, but I am disappointed. Pre-Op my surgeon warned me that the scar would end up higher than normal. I did not care, as long as my tummy ended up flat. But I am not flat. My body stores no fat below the incision, but does above, and there is no gradual decrease. Will lowering bodyfat% help to look better ? Will this get better ?
April 25, 2016
Answer: Tummy Tuck - Post Op Swelling? Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent surgery. . You are very early in the post-operative period and swelling is to be expected. It typically takes 3 - 6 months for the swelling to subside and to see your final result. Please discuss your concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon. Also, make sure you follow all of your plastic surgeons post-operative instructions regarding level of physical activity and use of a compression garment. Hope this helps and good luck with your recovery.
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April 25, 2016
Answer: Tummy Tuck - Post Op Swelling? Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent surgery. . You are very early in the post-operative period and swelling is to be expected. It typically takes 3 - 6 months for the swelling to subside and to see your final result. Please discuss your concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon. Also, make sure you follow all of your plastic surgeons post-operative instructions regarding level of physical activity and use of a compression garment. Hope this helps and good luck with your recovery.
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Answer: Many options were available to you besides the tummy tuck... but that is water under the bridge now. You chose this procedure with your surgeon and knew the scar would be high and it is. But the shelf deformity between the different thicknesses of skin will have to be addressed down the road. Be patient now and focus on healing then when you're healed, talk to your surgeon about revisions.
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Answer: Many options were available to you besides the tummy tuck... but that is water under the bridge now. You chose this procedure with your surgeon and knew the scar would be high and it is. But the shelf deformity between the different thicknesses of skin will have to be addressed down the road. Be patient now and focus on healing then when you're healed, talk to your surgeon about revisions.
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