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In my own practice you'd be permitted to return to a sauna as soon as the sutures will remove. However the only opinion that matters is that of your surgeon.
Lack of cleanliness, and hot temperatures of the sauna can expose you to burns if you lack sensitivity and to infection if your incisions have not healed. I generally ask patients to avoid public bathing options for at least six weeks. Ask the plastic surgeon who performs your TT for advice as he or she will know how your scar tissue is healing. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
Report These two surgeries should not be combined. Focus should be on ensuring that the organ transplant is successful and that you are optimized for the donation as well. The aesthetic surgery can wait. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Los Angeles, CA
Hello, thank you for your question. Post operative care can be challenging when you have surgery in another country other than your own. It is impossible to know what may be going on without a complete history and assessment. I recommend seeking an experienced board certified plastic surgeon in ...
A meticulous surgical technique for abdominoplasty (TT) and liposuction with the tumescent technique should result in minimal blood loss. I don’t ever recommend donating blood prior to any procedure.
Thanks for the question. After 4-6 week your operation area is totally healed and yes you can swim and also do other sport activities. I wish you all the best.
Because tummy tucks are considered cosmetic procedures, insurance doesn’t generally cover them. However, you can reach out to your provider to confirm this.
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