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Thank you for your question. Belly Buttons can be finicky and are often times the last spot to heal after a tummy tuck procedure. I normally tell my patients to keep their belly buttons dry because moisture can slow down healing. Hydrogen peroxide may be a little harsh for that area and be adding moisture. Keeping the area dry will help healing. Try to let that area breathe and get air. After your shower, take a hairdryer and put it on the cool setting and try to dry the belly button. If there is irritation, redness or infection to the area, you would want to consult your plastic surgeon who performed your surgery for specific post-care instructions. I usually have my patients clean their belly buttons with an alcohol prep pad then apply an antibiotic ointment if irritation is present. Sometimes irritation is sign of an internal suture trying to push its way through the skin. The best thing to do is get specific instructions from your surgeon, that way you don't apply anything that would slow down the healing process. Have a great day.
You are best to ask your surgeon what he feels is best for you. I usually recommend dilute peroxide to clean the dry blood for my patients. If there is an open wound then I usually recommend wet to dry dressings.
It's always best when your concerned to go back in and discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Just explain your concerns, I'm sure he will listen. Good luck.
Thank you for your question and photos. I do not recommend getting a bikini wax before your abdominoplasty. Waxing and even shaving can irritate the hair follicles. When combined with surgery like a tummy tuck, this can lead to infection. Many surgeons prefer to simply trim any hair with...
Thank you for your question and I want to tell you that swelling post tummy tuck can be frustrating! I always explain to my patients that you can have swelling for weeks and even months after this surgery. Tummy tucks are invasive and extensive and your body is still in the healing stage....