What they don’t tell you about a tummy tuck?
What I wish I knew before getting a tummy tuck
Five things to consider before getting a tummy tuckA tummy tuck requires significant downtime.Expect to be at a stable weight before your tummy tuck.A tummy tuck will leave a permanent scar.Surgical drains will be in place for the first week or two.Full healing can take up to a year.
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What are the downsides to a tummy tuck
Disadvantages of Tummy Tuck SurgeryTummy tuck recovery takes some time. Patients can expect to return to work and light activities a few weeks after their tummy tuck.There is a scar left by the procedure. We often say that a tummy tuck can eliminate a C-section scar.A tummy tuck can be ruined.
Can people tell if you have had a tummy tuck
If you have good scars, a normal-looking belly button and natural abdominal contours, hardly anyone will be able to tell you have had tummy tuck. They will simply admire your flat, firm abdomen!
Will my pant size change after a tummy tuck
Most women lose between 2 and 3 pants sizes after a tuck, but there are patients who lose even more. If you had a lot of loose skin before the procedure, for example, you could go down 4 more pants sizes.
What are the worst days after a tummy tuck
The worst days after your tummy tuck will be the first one to three days. You may experience some discomfort, bloating, pressure, and swelling, but these symptoms are normal and will resolve themselves.
What hurts more tummy tuck or C-section
Whether you're contemplating a Mommy Makeover package or just want to undergo a tummy tuck, you'll be relieved to know that any pain from this cosmetic procedure is far less than that experienced after a C-section. *Individual Results May Vary.
What are the long term problems after a tummy tuck
Common early complications, seen within a month, include hematoma, seroma, local infections, skin or fat necrosis, and wound dehiscence. Late complications include recurrent diastasis, scar hypertrophy, and symptoms related to nerve injury.
At what age should you not have a tummy tuck
Many patients wonder if you can be too old for a tummy tuck, such as 50 or more. There's no age limit for having this procedure; it's possible to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen in older patients.
Will my stomach ever be flat after tummy tuck
Even in most normal weight and extremely fit women, the abdomen may not be completely flat following abdominoplasty. It is realistic for patients to expect improvement in the flatness of the stomach, but should not immediately assume that their abdomen will be entirely flat.
Can your stomach get big again after a tummy tuck
Because a tummy tuck is a more extensive surgery, patients need around 10 to 14 days to recover. The results are long-lasting, and the removed fat cells won't grow back—but remaining fat cells may expand and the skin may re-stretch if you gain a large amount of weight.
How many lbs Do you lose after a tummy tuck
A tummy tuck can result in a weight loss of approximately four pounds. If you opt for a mini truck, you can expect to lose around three pounds of excess skin and fat. If you opt for an extended tuck, you can expect to lose around five pounds of excess skin and fat.
Does a tummy tuck change your pubic area
Abdominoplasty is designed to remove fat and tighten loose skin in the abdominal area, which can have a positive impact on the appearance of the mons pubis. However, if the pubic area is more than minimally saggy, a tummy tuck won't help enough.
What are the red flags for tummy tuck
Be aware of “red flags.” If you experience shortness of breath, an irregular heartbeat, or chest pain, these could indicate complications. Also, if you notice an increase in redness, pain, swelling, drainage or bleeding, or if you experience nausea, vomiting, dizziness or fever, call your surgeon immediately.
How soon after tummy tuck can I stand up straight
2-3 weeks
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We recommend maintaining a 'hunched at the hips' standing position for at least 2 weeks, with most patients returning to their regular straightened posture within 2-3 weeks.
What are zingers after tummy tuck
Stretching the nerves out can result in feelings of hypersensitivity or feelings of numbness – similar to when your leg falls asleep. Once the swelling settles down and the skin starts to relax these nerves will start sending out signals again – THE ZINGERS.
Can a tummy tuck cause problems years later
This study found that 8.2% reported pain within the past week between 3 months and 9 years after abdominoplasty, most often located under the umbilicus in the same location as the incision line, suggesting direct nerve injury in this area as the primary cause.
How much weight can you lose before you need a tummy tuck
You must be close to your desired weight for six to twelve months before undergoing a tummy tuck. Most surgeons will recommend patients should be between 10-15 pounds from their goal weight.
Does tummy tuck get rid of FUPA
Get Rid of a FUPA: Tummy Tuck
The definitive way to be completely rid of a FUPA, if you are done having kids, is a Tummy Tuck. During a Tummy Tuck procedure, I cut out the extra skin and fat that makes up the FUPA and I re-suspend that tissue on your abdominal wall.
Does your waist get smaller after tummy tuck
A traditional tummy tuck doesn't make your waist smaller. It removes saggy skin on the stomach. However, when combined with liposuction, we can remove fat from your love handles, lower back, or around the waist. With stubborn fat removal techniques, you can achieve a shapely, voluptuous waistline.
Is it harder to lose weight after tummy tuck
With a full tuck, you will lose more weight than you would with a mini tuck because you probably have more excess skin and fat to be removed. Finally, the opportunity to lose the most weight after abdominoplasty is reserved for clients who choose an extended tuck.