Is it important to do Ultrasonic Massage after Tummy Tuck and Lipo?

Thanks for your question. I would recommend waiting 2-3 months or 6-8 weeks before going in a Jacuzzi or body of water, even if it seems that all wounds are closed. Any bodies of water that contain bacteria can result in infection, which is best to be prevented. Speak with your surgeon for...

It looks like you have some fat necrosis in your incision. Unfortunately, this is a problem that happens from time to time. Your incision will likely open some more and your surgeon will do bedside wound care to help keep the wound clean. This will take several weeks with dressing changes to...

Thanks for your question. As long as she feels healthy enough for the procedure, age is not an issue. I recommend taking a stress test prior to procedure. This will tell you whether your heart is healthy enough to undergo procedure. Best wishes, Dr. JSB

Thanks for your question.Clindamycin is commonly prescribed as a post-operative antibiotic for patients with a penicillin allergy. I hope this helps!Dr. JSB

At this point in your recovery, it is much too soon to be worried about the outcome. It takes time for the swelling to resolve. It may be 6 months or more before the shape has reached its final look. Be patient. Watch your physical activity. Everyone is different. 

Epinephrine has 2 purposes during the procedure. The first is that it causes the lidocaine, which is the local anesthesia, to last longer. Secondly, it causes vasoconstriction which reduces the risk of bleeding and bruising. You can certainly use the lidocaine without the epinephrine. I would...