I had a full tummy tuck 8 months ago. I still look like I am 4 months pregnant. I have to suck in my stomach. My PS tells me I will need to redo my full surgery again. He is not sure why I am not as flat as I should be. He thinks it may be my muscle. I have muscle repair done the first time also. I will not be charged full price.
How safe is it to redo the surgery? Is it too early? Is the pain and recovery time the same as the first?
January 9, 2015
Answer: Redo tummy tuck after 8 months The single biggest cause of a persistent bulge after a tummy tuck done by a competent plastic surgeon is fat inside the abdomen. This cannot be fixed by more tummy tucks, but must be cured with weight loss.
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January 9, 2015
Answer: Redo tummy tuck after 8 months The single biggest cause of a persistent bulge after a tummy tuck done by a competent plastic surgeon is fat inside the abdomen. This cannot be fixed by more tummy tucks, but must be cured with weight loss.
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March 17, 2010
Answer: Secondary Tummy Tuck It is unusual to have to have a second tummy tuck. However, we do not know all the circumstances of your situation or have before and after pictures. Sometimes the rectus plication (tightening of the muscles) looses and needs to be replaced - however, again, this would be very unusual. In this instance, the recovery is much less than the original surgery as the same incisions are used . In some cases, the rectus plication is not performed for one reason or another at the original surgery and a secoond operation is needed once the patient and surgeon decide to perform a plication. I hope this is helpful.
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March 17, 2010
Answer: Secondary Tummy Tuck It is unusual to have to have a second tummy tuck. However, we do not know all the circumstances of your situation or have before and after pictures. Sometimes the rectus plication (tightening of the muscles) looses and needs to be replaced - however, again, this would be very unusual. In this instance, the recovery is much less than the original surgery as the same incisions are used . In some cases, the rectus plication is not performed for one reason or another at the original surgery and a secoond operation is needed once the patient and surgeon decide to perform a plication. I hope this is helpful.
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