Could overeating or eating a big meal that cause belly to bulge stretch the muscle repair after Tummy tuck or cause it to fail?

Thanks for your question. These are extremely complex questions not to be dealt with through an online service. You had serious complications and must be counseled by the appropriate medical personel. Hope this helps,Dr. JSB

Thank you for your question. It sounds as if you may have had a hematoma.  Normally these develop in the first few days after surgery, and are problematic as they often require a return trip to the operating room to drain and remove.  There is a risk that fluid will reaccumulate, but...

Thanks for your question. I would recommend giving it another 6 months. If it recurs kenalog injections can help.All the best,Dr. JSB

Normal fluctuations in weight, from 10 to 15 pounds, shouldn’t affect your tummy tuck results. However, if your weight continues to creep up and you gain 20 or more pounds, the shape of your abdomen can become distorted and your skin may stretch. If the skin fails to “spring back,” at that point...

Thanks for your question. Swelling will subside overtime. It can take several months before swelling subsides completely, so be patient and wait before judging the results of your surgery. The "flat look" you seek should be more and more evident as swelling goes down.All the best,Dr....

Thanks for your question. Given the time frame and assuming you are fully healed, I would say it is completely fine to get a naval piercing. Always consult with your surgeon about concerns you may have.Dr. JSBMiami, FL