Is Hemoglobin A1c the same as the Hemoglobin needed for surgery?

For optimal results it is best to wait 6 months after giving birth and breastfeeding before having a Mommy Makeover.  This will allow your body to return to a stable state before surgery.  It is also best if you finish having children before proceeding with a tummy tuck.  You can still safely ca...

A Mommy Makeover is not a weight loss surgery and you will likely lose less than you think. Depending on the amount of excess skin and fat that you have you may lose 3 to 8 pounds once all swelling has resolved. However you will have the benefits of restoring your figure! Immediately after...

I encourage you to visit with your surgeon about your concern. There are many types of "tape" used in the medical field and some are meant to be used only a day or two while others are designed to stay in place longer. Removing tape from an incision at 14 days post op should not be an issue. ...

It is important to cease any nicotine products not only prior to surgery, but also during recovery as well. Nicotine constricts blood vessels which can lead to poor wound healing, infection and other complications. Your surgeon will inform you of her/his preferences but stopping at least six...

Congratulations on your weight loss journey! The right time to consider plastic surgery is after you have met your goal weight and are able to maintain it for a few months. At that time schedule your consultations with board certified plastic surgeons near you. Keep going- you're doing great!

Hello and thank you for your question. I would say that probably the best thing to do after surgery is to only take the pain medications as prescribed by your surgeon. If they are not doing the thing, then you should return to him for advice on what else might work.