At my preop, I was advised to get Jobst knee-high compression stockings 10-20 mmHg. These are almost impossible to find. Would 15-20 mmHg be ok? How long are these to be worn after surgery? Thanks for your time.
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There are considered 3 types of tummy tucks. Mini-tummy tuck, regular and extended. Surgical time is usually 2-4 hours depending on the amount of liposuction. MY technique places the scar extremely low, approximately 7 cm from the vaginal crease within the bikini line. The belly botton scar is...
Thank you so much for your question about your tummy tuck healing.As the pain from the surgery subsides, it should be easier to walk straighter.You never want to force this.Some people get severe lower back pain after surgery because of being in bed so long,and can't get straight until the lower...
The abdominoplasty scar is hidden by underwear,
however, it extends from side to side.Diastatis recti can be repaired by a row of sutures, however, I
recommend to reinforce it.The technique
is called Abdominoplasty with Mesh Reinforcement.The mesh increases the mechanical strength of
the...