Tummy Tuck with muscle repair - braces during surgery?

Question

I am considering TT with diastasis repair after 3 kids. I am 5'5" and 106 lb. No extra weight. Diastasis is the main issue versus skin. If anything, the skin will require minimal removal. I do have a question regarding surgery. I am about to have braces put on my teeth. Would I need to have them removed for the surgery since they are metal?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Loose dentures and bridges are usually a problem during surgery. Braces are suitable for surgery provided you speak to the anesthesiologist prior to the operation.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

While it is important to go through this with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, I would say it is fine to have surgery with your braces on.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Robert L. Steely, MD, FACS · Answer

Good morning!braces do not interfere with electrocautery - enjoy your abdominoplasty!!I hope this helps

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Hello, usually it is still possible to have an elective procedure while wearing braces.  You could discuss this with your surgeon and anesthesiologist to determine if there are any additional risks in your case.

Pedro M. Soler, Jr., MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. You do not have to remove the braces prior to your tummy tuck. They should not interfere with your operation. Best wishes.

Paul Loewenstein (retired) · Answer

You should be able to keep your braces on during surgery.  Whenever electrocautery is used, a grounding pad is placed on the patient, which completes the circuit for the electric current. On another note, it you don't need skin tightening above the umbilicus, a mini-tuck with diastasis repair may work for you as well. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon.

Roberto Guerrero, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi, thanks for your question. No, you do not need to remove your braces for the surgery. There is not riskof any electric shock duiring the surgery. Good luck!

Tummy Tuck with muscle repair - braces during surgery?

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