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SculpSure and umbilical hernia. Can it be done?

I may have an umbilical hernia that developed post pregnancy. I just consulted with my OBGYN and she cannot tell, so she referred me to a surgeon who will perform the right ultrasound and see what's happening there. It's mid October and I was hoping to have SculpSure before then... Is it safe? Or should I wait to see whether I do have an umbilical hernia or not? Will there be any damage?

Doctor Answers 8

Needs an exam

September 29th, 2016
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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.

Keith Denkler, MD


Marin Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 13 reviews

Sculpsure and hernia

September 26th, 2016
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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.

Dennis Dass, MD

Dennis Dass, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 126 reviews

Should be fine

September 25th, 2016
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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

Web reference: http://www.bermancosmeticsurgery.com/procedure/sculpsure/

David E. Berman, MD

David E. Berman, MD
Sterling Plastic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 73 reviews

SculpSure and Hernia

September 23rd, 2016
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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.

Patricia DePoli, MD, FACS

Patricia DePoli, MD, FACS
Skokie Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 reviews

Sculpsure/Hernia/Will Cause Damage?--O.k. for Sculpsure/Ultrasound/ThermiRF for skin tightening

September 22nd, 2016
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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

Web reference: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa6C2fuS-AgOnvBjr6_VSQg

Jason Emer, MD

Jason Emer, MD
Los Angeles Dermatologic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 152 reviews

SculpSure delay for hernia evaluation?

September 22nd, 2016
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It is not OK to put applicators over a hernia where there isn't a well defined fat layer. However, there is no problem to be Sculpted around it since even if you choose to have it operated on, it will probably take 2-6 weeks to get scheduled, approved etc.

Lawrence Eisenhauer, MD

SculpSure and an umbilical hernia

September 22nd, 2016
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SculpSure can be performed if an umbilical hernia is present.  The treatment CAN NOT be over or near the hernia though.  SculpSure is adaptable and avoidance of hernias, scars, bony prominence is easy.

Good Luck!

David Finkle, MD

David Finkle, MD
Omaha Plastic Surgeon
4.9 out of 5 stars 69 reviews

As long as you stay away from the hernia

September 22nd, 2016
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We often see small umbilical hernias. If the hernia is symptomatic or is large enough to where your surgeon is planning surgical repair, then I would wait 2-3 months after surgery to have Sculpsure. The surgery could slightly change the contour of you abdomen and would see how that would effect placement of the Sculpsure brackets. If they are going to take a wait-and-see position, then there is no reason to put off SculpSure as long as the brackets stay away from the hernia area

David U. Lipsitz, MD

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