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Can You Help a Tummy Tuck Scar Fade Away?

Can You Help a Tummy Tuck Scar Fade Away?

by | Jul 26, 2018 | Plastic Surgery Blog, Tummy Tuck

While abdominoplasty remains one of the most popular cosmetic procedures for both men and women, one of the primary concerns for many people is how their scar may look post-surgery. As such, many people ask if their tummy tuck scars will go away.

 

Fortunately, there are a few things you can do during your recovery process to help minimize the appearance of your post-tummy tuck scar.

1. Follow Your Plastic Surgeon’s Aftercare Instructions

The single most important tummy tuck recovery tip is to follow your plastic surgeon’s guidelines as closely as possible. Your plastic surgeon will likely send you home with a special compression garment to wear, along with special instructions about how long to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise.


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4 Tips for a More Comfortable Tummy Tuck Recovery

4 Tips for a More Comfortable Tummy Tuck Recovery

by | Jun 27, 2017 | Tummy Tuck

Knowing how to plan ahead for your tummy tuck at every stage of your cosmetic procedure can help to optimize your recovery and final results. As you’re preparing for the big day, consider these tummy tuck recovery tips so you can get right to resting and relaxing as soon as you get home.

1. Focus on Healthy Eating

As part of your recovery, make sure you’re nourishing your body with enough healthy foods to maximize the healing process. Don’t worry about dieting or trying to lose weight, and keep in mind that you may experience some swelling during your recovery, so it’s normal not to see your full results just yet.

Continue to fuel your body with fresh fruits,


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Why a Tummy Tuck Plays a Central Role in a Mommy Makeover

Why a Tummy Tuck Plays a Central Role in a Mommy Makeover

by | May 5, 2016 | Plastic Surgery Blog, Tummy Tuck

After childbirth, many women find that dieting and exercise just aren’t enough to get their bodies back to their pre-baby look. Sometimes, even when you try your hardest, the natural effects of childbirth can’t be reversed through lifestyle changes alone. When this is the case, many women opt for a mommy makeover, which can combine multiple procedures, including a tummy tuck, into one.

Achieve Your Beach-Ready Body

A tummy tuck is such an integral part of any mommy makeover, as the stomach is one of the areas that is most affected by pregnancy. Because your skin naturally stretches and your hips often store extra fat deposits during pregnancy, it can be difficult to get rid of excess skin and tummy weight once your little one is here.


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Is Anyone a True Candidate for a Mini Tummy Tuck?

Is Anyone a True Candidate for a Mini Tummy Tuck?

by | Oct 1, 2015 | Plastic Surgery Blog, Tummy Tuck

The difference between a tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck comes down to how much of the abdomen needs to be corrected:

  • A regular tummy tuck addresses the entire abdominal area, removing any loose skin both above and below the navel, and will repair abdominal muscles that may have become separated or weakened.
  • A mini tummy tuck focuses on the portion of the stomach from the belly button downward, tightening loose skin of the lower abdomen. Men and women with loose skin only on their low abdomen may be candidates for a mini tummy tuck.
Get the Skinny on Tummy Tucks

The reality is that the majority of people benefit from a full abdominoplasty,


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