Question 1

i'm having a total tummy tuck revision will it be different than the panniculectomy that i had and what do i do  different  or buy to help heal up?

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Tummy tuck revision: It depends on the plastic surgeon. But a tummy tuck should be tightening the diastasis if present, more aggressive soft tissue mobilization and dog ear liposuction/ prevention. Ask about on q pain pumps for post op pain control. Http://www.mountcastleplasticsurgery.com

Question 2

how long should i wait to have a tummy tuck afterc section and what do u tjthink about tummy tucks (witch hazel)?

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Wait until older: Before resorting to surgery, see if exercises will achieve a similar result, particularly at your age. As you get older, exercise may not be as effective and if it really bothers you, in the hands of a good surgeon, it's fine.

Question 3

what is involved with tummy tuck?

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Several things: Abdominoplasty is done to tighten the muscles of the abdomen, which have usually been stretched by pregnancy or massive weight gain, and to remove excess fat and skin from the abdominal wall. It is a big operation with a long incision just above the pubic hair that extends from hipbone to hipbone. You should make sure you are done having children before considering this operation.

Question 4

how long does the tummy tuck take?

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2 hours: The tummy tuck takes about 2 hours.  The actual name is called panniculectomy.  Insurance usually covers this procedure when the following condition is met:  chronic rash confirmed with photos and treated by antifungal by pcp for 3 months.  Other symptoms which justify a medical reason to remove the pannus (the overhanging skin) might include lower back pain or abdominal wall hernia.

Question 5

can you tell me about a tummy tuck?

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Helps in many ways: A 'tummy tuck' or abdominoplasty is designed to help in multiple ways.  It allows for removal of excess skin and fat of the lower abdominal area, give more definition of the waste, and allow for for repair of the '6 pack' muscles that have seperated over time. In consultation, your doctor can show you how all those are done and the usual incision location (bikini line incision).

Question 6

will insurance pay for a tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

No: Insurance does not cover cosmetic surgery. However, some plastic surgeons offer installment plans to pay for surgeries.

Question 7

can the tummy tuck belt really work?

Accepted Answer

No.: Nothing works like a tummy tuck except a tummy tuck.  It can be a very powerful operation. It's for those folks with extra skin and soft tissue. You may be a candidate for liposuction instead.  See a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 8

what can i do instead of a tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Lose weight: Not to sound unkind, but weight loss is the only alternative.

Question 9

are there any alternatives to tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Some modalities can tighten skin.  Tummy tuck can be a very powerful operation. It's for those folks with extra skin and soft tissue. Many want the excess taken away. Some just want to fit into pants better. The abdominal muscles may also have spread out with pregnancy or just over time. The plication sews them back together. This flattens the tummy. See a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 10

can you use the tummy tuck belt on your butt?

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Not exactly: It would be unlikely to work due to the limitation of the blood supply. There are however ways to augment the buttocks by rotating similar flaps from the back area over the buttock when doing a lower body lift or thigh lift. Another more common way is to transfer fat into the buttock region by liposuction.

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