Assuming the healing process is satisfactory, how soon can I go on a cruise after a tummy tuck? Is it possible for me to have my tummy tuck, and then 7 months later go on a cruise?
March 31, 2020
Answer: Cruise after a tummy tuck If healing is satisfactory you should be able to go on a cruise 6 weeks after a tummy tuck, and most other procedures. In 6 weeks the scars are strong enough so they do not break down. But for a year after a tummy tuck, or any surgery, you should hide your scars from the sun, and use sunblock.
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March 31, 2020
Answer: Cruise after a tummy tuck If healing is satisfactory you should be able to go on a cruise 6 weeks after a tummy tuck, and most other procedures. In 6 weeks the scars are strong enough so they do not break down. But for a year after a tummy tuck, or any surgery, you should hide your scars from the sun, and use sunblock.
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March 31, 2020
Answer: ENJOY THE CRUISE TWO MONTHS AFTER ABDOMINOPLASTY Hello Gregarious477981, It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! In my experience, adequate post-operative care is vital to positively impact the final outcome. Travelling after an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) increases the risks of complications such as wound dehiscence, and infection. Therefore, I would strongly suggest you avoid traveling at least the first 2 months after surgery. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.
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March 31, 2020
Answer: ENJOY THE CRUISE TWO MONTHS AFTER ABDOMINOPLASTY Hello Gregarious477981, It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! In my experience, adequate post-operative care is vital to positively impact the final outcome. Travelling after an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) increases the risks of complications such as wound dehiscence, and infection. Therefore, I would strongly suggest you avoid traveling at least the first 2 months after surgery. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.
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