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Tummy Tuck

Advantages and Disadvantages of a Tummy Tuck

What is a tummy tuck? A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a major surgical procedure requiring general anesthesia and involves liposuction and excision to remove fat, plus a large excision of skin. The typical result is usually a flatter tummy with a large scar extending from the pubic area to the lower abdomen to anterior hips....

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Mommy Makeover Surgery and Recovery Tips

What is a Mommy Makeover? Mommy makeover is a term applied to a combination of procedures that are intended to correct some of the problems caused by pregnancy. Normally, some type of breast enhancement combined with some type of tummy tuck and liposuction are included. Let’s say in this case, a breast augmentation with a...

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Having a Baby after a Tummy Tuck?

Question: I am a single Mom and would like to have a tummy tuck done. I would also like to have the option to have a baby should I remarry in the future. Is this safe? Typically, women have a tummy tuck after their family is complete. However, it is safe to have a baby...

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I thought Liposuction removed my fat?

I had liposuction done a year ago and ever since I feel I’ve been constantly gaining weight. I have good eating habits so I don’t understand why this is happening. What can I do about it? Liposuction reduces fat in problem areas. Immediately after surgery, you may notice weight gain due to swelling in the...

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Mini Tummy-Tuck straight after C-Section

Question: I am having a baby and would like to have a tummy tuck straight after having a C-Section. What is your opinion on this? Answer: After pregnancy, it is definitely understandable that you would want to immediately get a tummy tuck done. However, it’s important to know that it is best to wait at...

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Mini Tummy Tuck vs Regular Tummy Tuck

The stomach can be a troubling area of the body for men and women alike. Sometimes working out can’t yield the results you’d like, especially after childbirth or significant weight loss. There is a variety of body contouring options for the mid-section. So do you go for a full or a mini tummy tuck? Talking...

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Can Tummy Tuck scars be hidden under a bikini bottom?

There are various ways to do a tummy tuck with the most common resulting in a low-lying scar stretching from hip to hip. There are various techniques that surgeons may use to ensure that you scar lies low across your abdomen and within the bikini line. During the healing process, the scar may migrate up...

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Liposuction vs. Tummy Tuck

If you’ve had a few babies, or lost some weight, you may wonder whether a tummy tuck or liposuction is the best option for you. The answer to this question is dependent on the person and the desired outcome. Liposuction is a great way to get rid of excess fat in many areas of the...

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any people, especially women, often elect to undergo a tummy tuck to help improve their abdominal contour. Often after childbirth or excessive weight-loss, there can be anatomic changes to the abdominal wall for which diet and exercise cannot fix such as stretch marks, muscle laxity, and excess abdominal skin. If you find yourself with these...

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