I was told to bring a button down blouse to the hospital, as it would be easier to put on. Does this mean that I would not be able to lift a garment over my head, as in pull over blouses, T shirts, and pajama tops? If so, why? I plan on living in pajamas for 2 weeks, but all of them have pull over tops. Do I need to get different PJ sets, with button down tops?
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This happens on occasion with abdominoplasty. There are options. A completely non invasive option would be CoolSculpting. This can freeze the fat and deliver an improved contour. More traditional options are some liposuction, or resection of skin/soft tissue. This is a much smaller procedure...
Yes there are but it is not a popular thing to do. Better then the 3D is to look at the before/after photos (make sure that when you are looking at before after photos they show you 6 views from under the breast to above the knee area from frontal, quarter turn, profile, back and sitting...
Usually, you can soak the dressing or tee shirt off your tummy tuck incision with water or dilute hydrogen peroxide. To prevent it from sticking again apply polysporin or neosporin ointment. Check first with your surgeon to see if this would be appropriate in your case. Best wishes.