SculpSure and umbilical hernia. Can it be done?
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You should be fine having your SculpSure with an umbilical hernia. Having said that, it would probably be smart to find out what is up as you may decide, with the hernia, that another treatment such as a tummy tuck with hernia repair is the better choice. Best to be armed with knowledge before making a decision.
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Hi Amy, SculpSure is a very safe procedure and has relatively few small absolute contraindications. When treating the abdomen, the applicators are never placed directly over the umbilicus (belly button). If you can wait, I would have proper evaluation with ultrasound first, but I would also be comfortable providing a treatment for you. Any experienced physician offering SculpSure will be able to advise you regarding the best option. Hope this helps. Best, Dr.Avaliani
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Thank you for your question. The SculpSure laser is designed to avoid the umbilical hernia area that can be troublesome for female patients in their early post-pregnancy stages. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon. It might provide you additional comfort to have your OBGYN discuss with your board certified facial plastic surgeon performing the SculpSure procedure.
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Small Umbilical Hernias are very common after pregnancy. The Sculpsure frames are designed to avoid directly the laser over the umbilical area. The doctor performing the Sculpsure should be sure to avoid placing the Sculpsure laser over the umbilical area.
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Dr. Chapman
Safety is the primary concern with using any device. Once an ultrasound is performed and the hernia is found to be small, the sculpture applicators are placed in an area away from the hernia. I also consult first with a general surgeon for accurate diagnosis and complete safety.
During an exam before SculpSure treatments we check for hernias and diastasis recti (separation of the abdominal muscles). If there is a hernia or diastasis, we just alter the placement of the heads to avoid direct treatment over these areas.
Sculpsure treatment will be targeted to the abdomen, an no treatment is performed over the belly-button, so the umbilical hernia should not affect your treatment. Please notify your doctor prior to your treatment.
if you have a plastic surgeon evaluate , we can tell most of the time, if you have an umbilical hernia that is large or not. provided the paddles are not put over the hernia (it should not be put over the umbilicus at all) then it should not be a problem
david berman md
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I would wait to have your hernia evaluated before having SculpSure performed. SculpSure can be performed on areas where the hernia is not present.
Sculpsure can still be performed if you have a hernia, as long as that area is avoided. I recommend a combination approach using VASER 4D hi def lipo plus radiofrequency, ultrasound, or laser treatments to tighten and tone the area. See an expert for a formal consultation after determining if you have a hernia or not. Best, Dr. Emer
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