How Long after a tummy tuck can you swim at beach or pool. I am sure the incision will have to be healed completly but just wondering. Can you go to the beach and just not swim? I have my TT scheduled for 6/27 and i live 10 minutes from the beach.
Answer: How long to swim after a tummy tuck?
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Answer: Swimming at Beach or Pool After a Tummy Tuck I recommend my patients to wait at least 4 weeks post surgery before going swimming at the beach or pool. Generally at 4 weeks, all dressings have been removed and the incision has completely healed. It is important to know the effects of the sun are damaging to the skin. Exposing the treated areas to the sun may result in increased scarring, colour changes and poor healing. You must avoid any direct sun exposure to the treated areas especially within the first 6 months after surgery. Ensure you apply sunscreen directly on the incisions and the surrounding areas and re-apply regularly throughout the day.
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Answer: Swimming at Beach or Pool After a Tummy Tuck I recommend my patients to wait at least 4 weeks post surgery before going swimming at the beach or pool. Generally at 4 weeks, all dressings have been removed and the incision has completely healed. It is important to know the effects of the sun are damaging to the skin. Exposing the treated areas to the sun may result in increased scarring, colour changes and poor healing. You must avoid any direct sun exposure to the treated areas especially within the first 6 months after surgery. Ensure you apply sunscreen directly on the incisions and the surrounding areas and re-apply regularly throughout the day.
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June 24, 2016
Answer: Going to the beach after a tummy tuck I generally advise patients avoid submerging themselves in water for at least 1 month after their surgery. But if you are just going to be on the beach and not going in the water, then it should be okay. however, you should make sure to cover your incision lines up very well as sun exposure can permanently darken them. You may also need to wear your compression garment 24 hours a day, so I'm not sure if this will be comfortable while lounging around on the beach.However, please ask your surgeon as they may have different advice.
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June 24, 2016
Answer: Going to the beach after a tummy tuck I generally advise patients avoid submerging themselves in water for at least 1 month after their surgery. But if you are just going to be on the beach and not going in the water, then it should be okay. however, you should make sure to cover your incision lines up very well as sun exposure can permanently darken them. You may also need to wear your compression garment 24 hours a day, so I'm not sure if this will be comfortable while lounging around on the beach.However, please ask your surgeon as they may have different advice.
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September 4, 2017
Answer: Swimming at beach or pool after a tummy tuck? Hello! Thank you for your question! On average, a period of approximately 3-4 weeks on average is typical. Submerging in stagnant water, be it bathtubs, jacuzzis, pools, lakes, oceans, etc. can certainly increase your chance for infections. I usually await the incisions to be fully healed prior to allowing for this type of activity. If you do have any wound issues or delayed healing, expect that you will be restricted from doing such things. However, I allow my patients to shower and clean incisions at 3 days postoperative. You should also protect your incision from UV light to optimize the appearance if your incision. Regardless, the answer will vary amongst plastic surgeons and you should discuss this with your surgeon and follow his/her instructions. Best wishes!
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September 4, 2017
Answer: Swimming at beach or pool after a tummy tuck? Hello! Thank you for your question! On average, a period of approximately 3-4 weeks on average is typical. Submerging in stagnant water, be it bathtubs, jacuzzis, pools, lakes, oceans, etc. can certainly increase your chance for infections. I usually await the incisions to be fully healed prior to allowing for this type of activity. If you do have any wound issues or delayed healing, expect that you will be restricted from doing such things. However, I allow my patients to shower and clean incisions at 3 days postoperative. You should also protect your incision from UV light to optimize the appearance if your incision. Regardless, the answer will vary amongst plastic surgeons and you should discuss this with your surgeon and follow his/her instructions. Best wishes!
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