i have had 4 ceasarean sections & my stomach muscles have completely gone, the overhang affects my everyday life in that im unable to even put my own socks on, im house bound as im unable to walk far as i also suffer with lymphodema in my right leg,, my weight has soared to 19 stone my doctor is sending me to a clinic to help me lose the weight before i see a surgeon for a tummy tuck.
Answer: Losing weight before surgey. Some advices; Thank you very much for this interesting and important question.Trying to lose weight before a surgical procedure its a very delicate matter, since in many cases a restrictive diet can cause problems, such as anemia, electrolyte disturbances, decreased protein, etc ... retarding the healing process and damaging the surgery.For these reasons, if your purpose is to lose weight, i recommend you have a BMI less or equal to 30.you must to have a support with a nutritionist, so you can achieve the desired goal, in the most healthy way, without incressing complications risks in the plastic surgery to perform.On the other hand, I recommend you yo be treated by a board certified plastic surgeon, with special training in Plastic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss. Therefore, it will use different surgical techniques and special safety measures for ex- obese patients.It's very important to make a preparation weeks or even months before the surgery, advising the patient to take certain measures that helps to have a successful surgery with very good results.You only can perform multiple procedures at the same time if the blood work and pre-op cardiovascular evaluation are in optimal range that allows us to make a safe procedure.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-
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Answer: Losing weight before surgey. Some advices; Thank you very much for this interesting and important question.Trying to lose weight before a surgical procedure its a very delicate matter, since in many cases a restrictive diet can cause problems, such as anemia, electrolyte disturbances, decreased protein, etc ... retarding the healing process and damaging the surgery.For these reasons, if your purpose is to lose weight, i recommend you have a BMI less or equal to 30.you must to have a support with a nutritionist, so you can achieve the desired goal, in the most healthy way, without incressing complications risks in the plastic surgery to perform.On the other hand, I recommend you yo be treated by a board certified plastic surgeon, with special training in Plastic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss. Therefore, it will use different surgical techniques and special safety measures for ex- obese patients.It's very important to make a preparation weeks or even months before the surgery, advising the patient to take certain measures that helps to have a successful surgery with very good results.You only can perform multiple procedures at the same time if the blood work and pre-op cardiovascular evaluation are in optimal range that allows us to make a safe procedure.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-
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September 16, 2015
Answer: Weight loss I appreciate your question.Lymphedema is a chronic issue that needs to be addressed before any cosmetic procedures The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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September 16, 2015
Answer: Weight loss I appreciate your question.Lymphedema is a chronic issue that needs to be addressed before any cosmetic procedures The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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September 16, 2015
Answer: Weight loss before surgery Hello,It sounds as though you are taking the right steps toward weight loss and stabilizing your health before surgery. Ideally, your BMI would be 30 or less before cosmetic surgery in order to ensure your safety but also to give you a better aesthetic result. Supplementary liposuction is done with Abdominoplasty for assistance with contouring- not for weight loss. Tightening your separated abdominal muscles will help to slim your waistline and reduce protrusion of the abdomen. Keep in contact with your Plastic Surgeon so that they can help you plan and reach your goals.All the best
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September 16, 2015
Answer: Weight loss before surgery Hello,It sounds as though you are taking the right steps toward weight loss and stabilizing your health before surgery. Ideally, your BMI would be 30 or less before cosmetic surgery in order to ensure your safety but also to give you a better aesthetic result. Supplementary liposuction is done with Abdominoplasty for assistance with contouring- not for weight loss. Tightening your separated abdominal muscles will help to slim your waistline and reduce protrusion of the abdomen. Keep in contact with your Plastic Surgeon so that they can help you plan and reach your goals.All the best
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September 16, 2015
Answer: How much weight do I need to lose prior to getting a tummy tuck & how long will it take months? a year? Thank you for your question and I wish you the best with your weight loss. For any aesthetic procedure I recommend that patients first reach their desired goal weight. This weight should be one that you feel comfortable at, and can maintain, as this will ensure the best long-term results. An in-person examination yields the best information to make a sound surgical recommendation, but it does sound as if a few medical conditions need to be stabilized before pursuing a tummy tuck. It never hurts to see a plastic surgeon for a consultation, as they can be a source of advice and motivation to pursue your weight loss and lymphedema control. Hope that this helps
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September 16, 2015
Answer: How much weight do I need to lose prior to getting a tummy tuck & how long will it take months? a year? Thank you for your question and I wish you the best with your weight loss. For any aesthetic procedure I recommend that patients first reach their desired goal weight. This weight should be one that you feel comfortable at, and can maintain, as this will ensure the best long-term results. An in-person examination yields the best information to make a sound surgical recommendation, but it does sound as if a few medical conditions need to be stabilized before pursuing a tummy tuck. It never hurts to see a plastic surgeon for a consultation, as they can be a source of advice and motivation to pursue your weight loss and lymphedema control. Hope that this helps
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September 15, 2015
Answer: Weight loss in anticipation of tummy tuck You are in the right mindset to understand the need for weight loss prior to having any sort of body contouring procedure. However much weight you lose will make your results that much better and your health stronger. I absolutely recommend that you worked very diligently with the weight loss clinic to take off as much as you possibly can. Understand that you will likely have even more skin over your pubic area once you start lose weight.There are some unique cases where the disability from the overhanging skin is so great that it must be removed to aid in further weight loss. That is something that you need to see a surgeon about.I recommend that you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of plastic surgery and has extensive experience of body contouring indeed obese and massive weight loss population. This is tricky surgery, but can be absolutely transformative in your life.I wish you the best.Dr. Gabbay
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September 15, 2015
Answer: Weight loss in anticipation of tummy tuck You are in the right mindset to understand the need for weight loss prior to having any sort of body contouring procedure. However much weight you lose will make your results that much better and your health stronger. I absolutely recommend that you worked very diligently with the weight loss clinic to take off as much as you possibly can. Understand that you will likely have even more skin over your pubic area once you start lose weight.There are some unique cases where the disability from the overhanging skin is so great that it must be removed to aid in further weight loss. That is something that you need to see a surgeon about.I recommend that you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of plastic surgery and has extensive experience of body contouring indeed obese and massive weight loss population. This is tricky surgery, but can be absolutely transformative in your life.I wish you the best.Dr. Gabbay
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