Can I Sleep on my Side After a Tummy Tuck?

August 9, 2012
Asked By:Marijohn

I had a full tummy tuck and breast augmentation with a breast lift ten days ago and my drains have been removed. However, it is very uncomfortable to sleep on my back every night and would like to know if I can sleep on my side. Thank you.

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March 18, 2016

Answer: Can I Sleep on my Side After a Tummy Tuck?

Timothy Treece, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 18, 2016

Answer: Can I Sleep on my Side After a Tummy Tuck?

Timothy Treece, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 10, 2016

Answer: Shouldn't be a problem

Leland Deane, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 10, 2016

Answer: Shouldn't be a problem

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Answer: Sleeping on Side After Surgery

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Answer: Sleeping on Side After Surgery

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