Is it OK to vape 0 ml nicotine prior to tummy tuck?

In general, if one is otherwise healthy, it is not a good idea to take a diuretic prior to a surgery.  With any surgery, including an extended tummy tuck there are fluid loses and taking a diuretic could result in dehydration which could be dangerous.  Check first with your surgeon before ta...

Many teaching programs have a residents clinic and many do not. Check with UC's plastic surgery department.

Interesting question.  Obviously, your primary plastic surgeon, having both done the surgery and seen you in person, would be the best person to give you the most educated guess as to what the lumps you have are.That being said, my best guess based on location, where your incisions are for...

Thank you for your question.The incision from a tummy tuck depends on a couple different factors such as the doctor’s technique, the patient’s desired outcome and how the patient’s body heals. If you make a curved incision then this allows the surgeon to remove more skin without increasing lengt...

Thankyou for the question.   If the tummy tuck is for removing excess skin onlythen it will not improve your core stability or strength. However if there is significant divarification (splaying apart ) of the central strip musclesat the front of the abdomen then tightening these may...

It's not unusual for there to be different colors of drainage in the drains as they are collecting fluid from different areas. Over time the fluid should become lighter in color. It is always best to discuss your concerns with your surgeon so that you are comfortable and confident in your...