Hi, I am 4 months post op tummy tuck. I think I have a big scar around my belly button. Is this normal for the stage I am at? Can my belly button be made smaller?
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At your preoperative visit you will be given an overview of the process and cleaning instructions prior to surgery. Your surgeon will give you a postop protocol to follow which involves for the most part keeping things clean. There is no guaranteed way to prevent all incision issues after...
One of the risks of surgery is that Hematomas may develop post surgery. If the hematoma is very small, it is safe to allow it to be slowly absorbed. If the hematoma is
relatively large however, many times it will need to be removed.
If you are considering having a tummy tuck while awake, watch one on youtube first and then decide whether that seems like a good idea. There are safe, effective and PROVEN ways of performing elective surgery. See a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck and be safe.John T....