Hello, I’m currently 5’5 and about 156 lbs. I’ve been healing great from my surgery. I have this bulge above my belly button and I’m wondering if it’s visceral fat? How can I target this area? I’ve been losing weight but this bulge will not flatten. It’s weighing on me mentally.
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February 19, 2022
Answer: How to flatten bulge above belly button after Tummy Tuck?
Dear Flossg01,
Absolutely, you bring up an important point that's often on many patients' minds: post-operative care and comfort.
After a procedure like a tummy tuck, Lipo 360, or a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), it's normal to experience some discomfort or reactions as your body adjusts and heals...
Hello saywhat420,Removal of extra skin during a tummy tuck improves appearance of the abdomen; a tummy tuck with muscle repair is likely to significantly improve functionality and strength of the abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck with repair of diastasis or “separated abs” often improves the abi...
