Hello, I'm in the final stages of choosing a doctor to preform a TT. I've never had surgery or been admitted to a hospital outside of having my daughter naturally 19 years ago. I'm not worried about the surgery itself as my biggest fear resides in wound dehiscence and infection. I've seen quite a few horror stories on this app and via FB and with surgery comes some risk. So I'd like to know what is the likelihood of this happening and is this common? I'm 39, 185 pd, healthy and do not smoke.
Answer: Tummy tuck Dear ngirl23662,
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Scared of complications There are several things that can be done to keep your risk for complications as low as possible. Number one is you want to select a board certified plastic surgeon with whom you feel comfortable and confident. Make sure that your procedure will be performed at an accredited surgery center or hospital. Eat a healthy balanced diet and continue regular exercise to prepare for surgery. Do not smoke. Proceed with surgery when BMI is 30 or under. Follow post op instructions and communicate with your surgeon about any concerns that arise.
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Scared of complications There are several things that can be done to keep your risk for complications as low as possible. Number one is you want to select a board certified plastic surgeon with whom you feel comfortable and confident. Make sure that your procedure will be performed at an accredited surgery center or hospital. Eat a healthy balanced diet and continue regular exercise to prepare for surgery. Do not smoke. Proceed with surgery when BMI is 30 or under. Follow post op instructions and communicate with your surgeon about any concerns that arise.
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Scared to death of tummy tuck post op complications Thank you for your question. You should be at a BMI of 30 or less to be a good candidate for a tummy tuck, good health, non- smoker. Major complications from a tummy tuck are rare, but a blood clot or pulmonary embolus can be deadly. Minor complications like wound infection and separation are rare as well in the hands of a well trained board certified plastic surgeon using current techniques.
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Scared to death of tummy tuck post op complications Thank you for your question. You should be at a BMI of 30 or less to be a good candidate for a tummy tuck, good health, non- smoker. Major complications from a tummy tuck are rare, but a blood clot or pulmonary embolus can be deadly. Minor complications like wound infection and separation are rare as well in the hands of a well trained board certified plastic surgeon using current techniques.
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck Major wound healing problems are quite rare with a tummy tuck. Often they occur in smokers or if liposuction is done at the same time. Minor wound problems are more common but typically heal on their own,
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck Major wound healing problems are quite rare with a tummy tuck. Often they occur in smokers or if liposuction is done at the same time. Minor wound problems are more common but typically heal on their own,
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Scared to death of tummy tuck post op complications Healthy people at their ideal weight should have the best overall recovery from a TT and lipo, but some of this will depend upon the surgical technique and adherence to postoperative protocols. Selection of a board certified PS who has performed hundreds of TTs, has great patient reviews, and hundreds of before and after photos on his/her website is key to a successful outcome.
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July 29, 2020
Answer: Scared to death of tummy tuck post op complications Healthy people at their ideal weight should have the best overall recovery from a TT and lipo, but some of this will depend upon the surgical technique and adherence to postoperative protocols. Selection of a board certified PS who has performed hundreds of TTs, has great patient reviews, and hundreds of before and after photos on his/her website is key to a successful outcome.
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