I have a small flap of extra skin at the end of my incision - it is more tender than the rest of it. I mentioned it to my PS and he wants to wait to see if it flattens with time, but it seems like it will not to me. When will he decide it has healed enough to remove it? It really bothers me. Also is my incision too high or is it normal? My bikini choices are more limited than I thought. Overall I am healing pretty well, but my stomach and sides are still hard and swollen. Thanks
May 15, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck results Dear pushingupdaisies7, I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a tummy tuck surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides you will be able to see the final result of your surgery. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 15, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck results Dear pushingupdaisies7, I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a tummy tuck surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides you will be able to see the final result of your surgery. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 15, 2019
Answer: Dog ears after tummy tuck and liposuction 360, pictures are 3 weeks post - will this likely need revision? Thank you for sharing your question and photograph. I see your area of concern and would allow at least 6 months to pass to assess whether the dog ear resolves on its own once the sutures dissolve and skin stretches. Hang in there!
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May 15, 2019
Answer: Dog ears after tummy tuck and liposuction 360, pictures are 3 weeks post - will this likely need revision? Thank you for sharing your question and photograph. I see your area of concern and would allow at least 6 months to pass to assess whether the dog ear resolves on its own once the sutures dissolve and skin stretches. Hang in there!
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