Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Tummy tuck surgery or Abdominoplasty – the medical term for this procedure – is an operation that flattens the abdomen by way of removal of excess skin and fat, and the tightening of the muscles in the abdominal wall.
A tummy tuck can be ideal for a number of individuals for a number of reasons. These reasons can include the after-effects of pregnancy, ageing or extreme weight loss. Any of these can cause skin in the tummy area to become weak and lose its elasticity, leaving excess skin to sag and look unattractive.
Why have a Tummy Tuck?
Toning the body using exercise is a sensible and necessary component of any body sculpting and or general fitness regime. Unfortunately however, if excess and sagging skin exists then in order to have it removed it will be necessary to seek the help of a professional such as a plastic surgeon. A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty will be required in order to achieve a flat, sag free, smooth abdominal area.
Due to the increase in obesity amongst the population, there has also been an increase in the number of individuals who have firstly gained a lot of weight and then lose that weight, leaving them with sagging excess skin. This sagging skin requires a tummy tuck in order to achieve a satisfactory look. A tummy tuck is designed to tighten the muscle wall and the skin so that they fit you snuggly. As with any procedure, the best and safest results are achieved if the patient is within their healthy weight range.
Having tummy tuck surgery is extremely common and is performed all over the world. It is also increasingly common to combine tummy tuck surgery with another plastic surgery such as liposuction or breast surgery. Tummy tuck procedures are also undergone by many men; again, often performed in conjunction with other surgeries such as pectoral implants or chest reduction procedures.
Tummy tuck surgery roughly takes around two hours and is completed under a general anaesthetic. It is a reasonably serious procedure and requires some research and consideration. Generally you can expect to stay in hospital for two or three nights followed by at least 10 days rest at home. Prior to the procedure, the surgeon will request a consultation, which is where the surgeon will look at your abdominal area and mark the areas with a pen where they will remove the skin. The plastic surgeon will also go through where the scars will be in order for you to be prepared. In this consultation, you will decide which areas of the abdomen needs more work than others and go through how much skin needs to be removed in order to achieve the desired results.
Upon arrival to the clinic and before the procedure you will be required to have a blood test and some other regular tests to ensure that it is safe for you to have a general anaesthetic. The surgeon will then go through the procedure again to make sure you are clear and happy with what needs to be done. The surgeon will then discuss with you all of the risks that can occur whilst you are under the general anaesthetic.
Once you are under anaesthetic, the surgeon will make an incision across the base of the abdomen, from one hip to the other in order to remove the overstretched skin. The muscle under the skin will also be repaired with permanent stitches that are not visible. The reason for repairing the muscle under the skin is to create a foundation of tight, repositioned muscle for the skin to stretch over. The surgeon will then stitch along the original incision line and remove the excess skin.
Risks and Complications
Generally modern day surgery is considered safe. Approximately one-third of patients who receive an anaesthetic during surgery will experience “anaesthesia sickness” or post-operative nausea and vomiting (POVN).
There are risks and complications associated with all surgeries. There are also risks involved for undergoing a general anaesthetic and these can include; suppressed breathing, deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in leg), blood clot in lung respiratory complications, heart problems, heart failure and even death.
The risks and complications associated with the tummy tuck surgery can include:
Infection is a risk that can affect patients who have just had tummy tuck surgery. Also, as a preventative measure, most tummy tuck patients require a drain to be inserted in order to prevent a seroma from forming which is a collection of fluid around the wound which can cause pain and possibly infection.
Haematoma is another complication that can form after the surgery and can result in the blood having to be drained. The majority of bruising will calm down after a period of time.
Another risk and complication is pain, as the surgery is extremely invasive this can result in pain, the surgeon will prescribe the relative painkillers to help.
Q. Is there any swelling after the surgery?
A. Yes, it is completely normal to experience some swelling after the surgery. This is a sign of the body trying to heal itself. This can obscure what you see after the surgery, as it will look like the tummy tuck has made little difference. Over a short period of time, the swelling will go down and you will start seeing the benefits of the tummy tuck.
Q. How long will the tummy tuck last for?
A. The tummy tuck will last for many years. However, if you do get pregnant or have an excessive weight gain, this can cause the skin to stretch out again and therefore will require another tummy tuck. However, if this does not happen, then the affects of the tummy tuck are relatively permanent.
Q. How long should I take off work?
A. The recovery process is relative to the individual however, the time usually required to take off work will be between two to three weeks. However, for some individuals the healing process can take longer with some patients requiring more than a month off work.
What does Abdominoplasty cost? What does a tummy tuck cost?
As with almost any plastic surgery, the cost depends on the surgeon and hospital you choose. It can also vary depending on the amount of hours the surgeon anticipates your particular surgery to take. Make sure you ask your surgeon if his cost estimate includes the hospital stay, anaesthetist and any pre and post surgery appointments and care.
Approximately $6,000 to $16,000
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Tummy Tucks and Abdominoplasty with Dr Shagun Aggarwal November 25, 2019 - We chat with Dr Shagun Aggarwal about Tummy Tucks, Abdominoplasty and Mummy Makeovers. Tummy tucks after pregnancy are common to remove loose skin and repair muscle separation. A tummy tuck can help a woman regain her body and core strength after pregnancy and childbirth and Dr Aggarwal talks us through what happens to a woman’s body during the process of carrying a baby, especially after multiple pregnancies. Dr Shagun Aggarwal is the highly respected Australian Plastic Surgeon based at Mode Plastic Surgery in Sydney. To find out more you can visit his website. PSH TeamThe PSH Team is made up of a passionate group of people all interested in beauty, aesthetics and being the best person you can be. We all contribute in different ways to bring you the blogs, patient stories, podcasts and information to our readers and love connecting with others on their journeys.
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Stephanie’s Amazing Transformation – Extended Corset Abdominoplasty November 12, 2019 - Stephanie shares her massive weight loss journey which led to her corset abdominoplasty and breast reduction with Dr Pouria Moradi. Stephanie says it was when her and her husband were trying for a baby that she decided she needed to lose some weight. However, after losing 16kg Stephanie fell pregnant with triplets and put her weight loss on hold. A couple of years after her children were born, Stephanie tried a weight loss program that worked and lost around 60kg. The excess skin that remained and her separated muscles was what led to Stephanie’s amazing transformation. Stephanie talks us through the ups and downs of her journey and how she now helps others to lose weight just like she did. For more information on Dr Pouria Moradi or to see more of his amazing before and afters visit his website. PSH TeamThe PSH Team is made up of a passionate group of people all interested in beauty, aesthetics and being the best person you can be. We all contribute in different ways to bring you the blogs, patient stories, podcasts and information to our readers and love connecting with others on their journeys.
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The Mummy Makeover – Carley’s Journey September 2, 2019 - Carley is a mum of 3, nurse and self-described “wellness junkie” based in Newcastle. After losing almost half her body weight, she did her research and chose to see Dr Nick Moncrieff from Hunter Plastic Surgery in Newcastle to talk about her surgical options. Now 9 months after her mummy makeover, Carley hasn’t looked back and even had her “model for a day” experience at the recent Hunter Plastic Surgery (HPS) patient journey photo shoot. And she looks amazing! We asked Carley some questions about her journey. Why did you consider surgery? After losing 68kg over 2 years, I was obviously happy to have the weight off, but really didn’t like the way my body looked. I still didn’t feel comfortable in clothes and found shopping difficult. It definitely had an impact on my family and I just wasn’t being the active mum I wanted to be for my kids. How was your experience with Hunter Plastic Surgery? From the first time calling I was made to feel welcomed by Kylie she was kind, friendly, knowledgeable and explained how the appointment worked and booked me in to see Jess for a Vectra surgery simulation. When I first walked in I […]
Michelle’s Tummy Tuck, Thigh Lift and Brachioplasty August 2, 2019 - Michelle says she’s been overweight for most of her life, but over a period of time lost a large amount of weight and subsequently had skin removal surgeries with Dr Amira Sanki in Sydney. Michelle says Dr Sanki was the first and last surgeon she had a consultation with but knew straight away Dr Sanki was the surgeon for her. Michelle says her arms were her main issue and had always been a source of concern for her. This is the story of Michelle’s Tummy Tuck, Thigh Lift and Brachioplasty with Dr Amira Sanki. To see more of Dr Amira Sanki’s amazing work check out some other patient stories below or visit Dr Sanki’s website: TrishTrish is a plastic surgery blogger. She is passionate about wellbeing, health and beauty, and doesn't mind a little bit of 'help' from the amazing cosmetic and beauty procedures that are available today. Trish spends her days talking to women and men who are looking for suggestions and advice on procedures that are available to them. Cutting through the sales pitch and hype, a down-to-earth response on general information is what you will get.
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Sue’s Transformation – we get an update on Sue’s weight loss journey June 12, 2019 - You might remember Sue from when she shared her breast reduction with Dr Craig Rubinstein with us. Sue continued her journey and she has had further weight loss related procedures and is looking absolutely amazing. Here’s her story in her own words. After my 5kg Breast Reduction in March 2018, my transformation continued. I decided to lose my weight by following the 5:2 Diet & cutting out Carbs & Sugars. So I challenged myself to lose 30kg by the time I had my 6-month consultation with my amazing surgeon Craig Rubinstein @ Cosmetic Surgery for Women and Men in Hawthorn, Victoria. So, I reached my goal weight!! I also gradually lost another few kilos, and after speaking with Michelle at Craig’s rooms she said I would be a candidate for an Abdominoplasty because of my massive weight loss. My starting weight was 104 kg & I now maintain my weight at around 70kg. So I had another consultation with Craig in December 2018 about an Abdominoplasty. I booked for May 2019. When we were coming back from holidays at the beginning of the year I thought, “Why am I waiting so long?” so I then changed Surgery date for 5th […]
Before & After questions for breast reduction and tummy tuck with Dr Charles Cope June 11, 2019 - Enjoy this Facebook Live video recording where we have a Before & After questions for breast reduction and tummy tuck with Dr Charles Cope who is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon based in Sydney, NSW. Dr Cope answers all the group questions including the following questions. Q: My boobs are still huge but sagging after breastfeeding 2 kids and I’m thinking about having a reduction, but I don’t want to end up feeling like I’m TOO small, and how do I know I’ll get a good shape? I don’t really want implants… Q: When is a breast reduction covered by Medicare? What if there’s debilitating back and shoulder pain? Q: Are you covered by Medicare if you need a tummy tuck because of muscle separation? What other circumstances might you be covered? Q: Can a mons pubis reduction be done at the same time as a tummy tuck and does it cost extra or is it considered a different procedure? Q: I’ve heard that some surgeons use drains for a tummy tuck and some don’t. Does it depend on the patient? Do you use drains? For every patient? Does it prolong the recovery? Does it affect your ability to wear compression […]
Leanne’s Multiple Procedures with Dr Gavin Sandercoe May 17, 2019 - Leanne has had a bit of a journey when it comes to the procedures she needed after massive weight loss and had her first surgery in May 2018 where she had a breast lift and inner thigh lift. Then in August had a lower back lift and outer thighs, followed by an abdominoplasty with muscle repair and fat grafting to her breasts and under her eyes in November, all in the same year! It wasn’t over though, because Leanne had a revision surgery on her back lift earlier this year! But it’s all been worth it though because Leanne’s multiple procedures look fantastic, and is super happy with her results from Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Gavin Sandercoe, who Leanne says helped her every step of the way to get the great results she has. We absolutely loved chatting to her about her surgeries. Leanne was extremely open and generous with her time – you’ll love this podcast. TrishTrish is a plastic surgery blogger. She is passionate about wellbeing, health and beauty, and doesn't mind a little bit of 'help' from the amazing cosmetic and beauty procedures that are available today. Trish spends her days talking to women and men who […]
The Ins and Outs of the Tummy Tuck May 6, 2019 - Tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, can refer to a spectrum of procedures including liposuction, abdominal repair, partial abdominoplasty or total abdominoplasty. It is an extremely popular procedure for massive weight loss patients or women after pregnancy. Dr Amira Sanki, Specialist Plastic Surgeon from Sydney, is highly experienced in tummy tucks, and considered somewhat of an amazing body contouring specialist, and chatted to us about the ins and outs of the tummy tuck. Tummy Tuck – the First Step Dr Sanki says the first step for any patient considering a tummy tuck should be to visit their GP. “It’s always best to start with your GP and have them on board. They can help get you medically fit or the surgery, and I like to communicate with patients’ GPs. Also, that way patients can get a rebate for the consultation and their surgery. Then, the patient can book in for a long consultation with me where we discuss their concerns and consider their options. My waiting time for that consult is about six to eight weeks and this varies from surgeon to surgeon. But the good thing is that patients on their weight loss journey are usually thinking about things before their […]
Rachael’s Mummy Makeover – a Life Changing Journey May 2, 2019 - I struggle to put into words my experience with the team at HPS and Dr Nicholas Moncrieff, from the very beginning when I made the first contact to now, 4 months post op they have been beyond incredible. I had lost over 40 kilos and was ready to take the next step and explore my surgical options but after two consults with different surgeons in Sydney it felt like it was unachieveable. I walked out of those consults feeling extremely down and had little hope. My friend who had been following Dr Moncrieff’s work suggested I book in to see him and wow am I grateful that I did. I first saw the practice manager Jess and had some pics taken, she immediately made me feel like I wasn’t just a number and that I would definitely be taken care of, then came my appointment with Dr Moncrieff and much to my surprise he was the same, made me feel incredibly comfortable, valued but most of all he listened, he listened to everything I said, he answered my questions and left no stone unturned! I wasted no time and booked my surgery straight away! The lead up was great I […]
Your Reconstruction Program – Weight Loss and Excess Skin Procedures Planning April 29, 2019 - For many patients, getting to the point of undergoing plastic surgery is not an easy process or journey. In a lot of cases there is massive weight loss (MWL), pregnancy and childbirth, or years of thinking about it before it actually happens. Losing weight is a massive undertaking and a big step forward in the process, but it’s the plastic surgery that can be the most emotional. Dr Craig Layt, Plastic Surgeon based on the Gold Coast, QLD and Ballina in Northern NSW says it’s important patients recognise they are often not just looking at one plastic surgery procedure (which can in itself be daunting), but should be looked at as a total Reconstruction Program – Weight Loss Excess Skin, that may have a few stages. Stage 1 – Losing weight, or getting healthy For most of us, losing weight is not so easy. In fact, I know one lady who says she’s been on over 200 different diets and has tried to lose weight at least as many times in the last 20 years. I know myself, I’ve probably tried at least ten different diets, and my weight is constantly fluctuating to this day. But for those who do […]
Tara’s Mummy Makeover with Dr Mark Edinburg March 1, 2019 - Tara and her husband struggled to conceive and during the process, Tara’s weight fluctuated. They finally had a beautiful little girl however Tara was left unhappy with her body. She realised diet and exercise wasn’t going to be enough. Already having had minor procedures with Dr Mark Edinburg, Specialist Plastic Surgeon from Eden Institute in Sydney, Tara went to him for a Mummy Makeover. She had a breast lift with implants, a tummy tuck and some liposuction. Tara’s Mummy Makeover with Dr Mark Edinburg is a story many women will resonate with. To read more about Dr Mark Edinburg check out the blogs below. Or, if you’d like to arrange a consultation click here. TrishTrish is a plastic surgery blogger. She is passionate about wellbeing, health and beauty, and doesn't mind a little bit of 'help' from the amazing cosmetic and beauty procedures that are available today. Trish spends her days talking to women and men who are looking for suggestions and advice on procedures that are available to them. Cutting through the sales pitch and hype, a down-to-earth response on general information is what you will get.
Katie’s Abdominoplasty with Dr Nicholas Moncrieff at Hunter Plastic Surgery February 28, 2019 - Katie is 26 years of age with 4 kids including triplets! After her pregnancies and her children’s births, with abdominal muscle separation, Katie still felt pregnant! She decided to get a tummy tuck and ended up with Dr Nicholas Moncrieff from Hunter Plastic Surgery. Katie is super happy with her results and wanted to share her story with us to help other mums. Katie, what were your motivations for wanting a tummy tuck? After having the children I still felt pregnant, so that’s why getting the muscles repaired was so important to me. How did you find Dr Nicholas Moncrieff at Hunter Plastic Surgery? I Googled a lot of places and initially, I went and saw another surgeon. Only I found out later he wasn’t actually a plastic surgeon. At the time, it just didn’t feel right for me, and luckily I had a special friend who worked with Hunter Plastic Surgery. The minute I walked in, it was like family. They made me feel so welcome. With Nick, he was amazing, so I knew I was at home when I went there. How was your experience with Hunter Plastic Surgery and Dr Nicholas Moncrieff? Very good. I just felt […]
The Patient Experience – Mummy Makeovers and How They Change Your Life February 14, 2019 - Most mothers will tell you that having a child grow in your belly feels almost alien, as though your body has been taken over and it will never be the same again. Some women bounce back after childbirth, especially those who are younger and already super fit, but most of us don’t, and probably won’t ever… without help. Mummy makeovers are a wonderful option for those women wanting their body, their confidence and their life back. Dr Isolde Hertess from Cairns Plastic Surgery in Far North Queensland spoke to us about what the patient can expect from a mummy makeover and how to manage the emotions that come with it. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can leave your belly stretched with the abdominal muscles separated and causing all sorts of issues such as incontinence; your breasts enlarged but then sucked dry and left sagging and misshapen; and your emotional state exhausted, drained and overwhelmed by the changes and new responsibilities you now have. The reason why a mummy makeover can be such an emotional journey is because it’s finally putting YOU first. Dr Hertess says, “Mainstream media has placed unrealistic pressure on new mothers to bounce back quickly following birth. But think […]
Sara’s Tummy Tuck, Breast Augmentation and Lift with Dr Patrick Briggs, WA February 12, 2019 - Like many of us Sara’s weight fluctuated, especially during pregnancy and after birth. She also had severe muscle separation after her pregnancies and realised she needed an abdominoplasty and also wanted to get her body back. Sara found Dr Patrick Briggs, Plastic Surgeon in Perth, and her results are amazing. She shares her story with us. Q: What prompted you, or was your motivation to have plastic surgery? A: I have two children; a daughter 4 years of age and a son 2 years of age. Prior to having children I was approximately 57KGS – I had reached this weight after watching what I ate and exercised to feel good about myself and shed some weight. I reached my weight of 57KGS where I remained happy. A while down the track not too long later, I felt pregnant with our first child and at the end of my pregnancy I gained over 15KGS. I accepted my body the way it was having just given birth to our daughter, who is my whole world and everything in it. I continued to then look after myself again and watched what I ate, however I didn’t have much time to exercise due to […]
Combining Breast and Body Surgery with Dr Nicholas Moncrieff from Hunter Plastic Surgery January 17, 2019 - You’ll love this Facebook Live with Dr Nicholas Moncrieff from Hunter Plastic Surgery on combining breast and body surgery, held on our closed Facebook Support Forum “Plastic Surgery Support For Aussie Chicks”. There were a heap of questions from the community for Dr Moncrieff, and it was a real insight on what #moncrieffmagic is all about. Questions answered included the following. What do you believe is the best implant available on the market?? What causes rippling in implants ? And what do you usually do to correct the issue? Do all implants to your knowledge take a weird shape when bending over? Or is this cause from excess breast tissue or implants not large enough? I’ve been diagnosed with a post Cesarean Section Neuroma that requires surgical intervention would it be best to: 1)speak to a plastic surgeon about the surgery on its own, 2) incorporate it into an abdominoplasty, 3) continue with Gynecologist for surgical intervention. How long do you recommend you should wait in between surgeries? What is the recovery time before you suggest the second surgery can be performed for those patients needing to break up their procedures into more than one surgery? Group member asking for […]
4 Key Differences Between a Full & Mini Tummy Tuck January 7, 2019 - When your body goes through a significant change such as weight loss or pregnancy, the skin and muscles of your abdomen do change and stretch. Unlike excess weight, an eating plan and thorough exercise routine won’t be able to smooth out and flatten your stomach – this is where a tummy tuck can really help. If you’ve been looking into this procedure, you will know that you can either opt for a full or a partial (mini) tummy tuck. But what are the differences between these two procedures exactly? Partial vs. Full Tummy Tuck: 4 Main Differences The Incision This is one of the most noticeable differences between these two tummy tuck procedures. The length of the initial incision differs between a full and partial tummy tuck, with a full tummy tuck’s incision running from hip to hip. A mini tummy tuck’s incision placement is similar but much shorter. A shorter incision is certainly appealing but your surgeon won’t have as much access during your surgery. The Belly Button During a full tummy tuck, the belly button is actually removed and relocated because the navel is pulled down during surgery and would look odd if it was left as is. […]
Yvonne’s Massive Weight Loss and Transformative Procedures with Dr Matthew Peters December 10, 2018 - Yvonne had tried to lose weight for years and finally had gastric sleeve surgery which enabled her to lose a massive amount of weight. She then had several excess skin removal procedures with Dr Matthew Peters, Plastic Surgeon from Valley Plastic Surgery in Brisbane, QLD. Yvonne says her journey has saved her life and given her renewed energy to spend with her grandchildren. This is an inspiring patient story. TrishTrish is a plastic surgery blogger. She is passionate about wellbeing, health and beauty, and doesn't mind a little bit of 'help' from the amazing cosmetic and beauty procedures that are available today. Trish spends her days talking to women and men who are looking for suggestions and advice on procedures that are available to them. Cutting through the sales pitch and hype, a down-to-earth response on general information is what you will get.
Dr Jeremy Hunt talks Mummy Makeover, FB Live December 7, 2018 - Dr Jeremy Hunt is one of Australia’s most recognised, experienced and skilled plastic surgeons and we were lucky enough to have him on FB live on our closed FB group last Tuesday. For those of you who missed it, here’s the video. If you have any questions regarding Mummy Makeover for Dr Hunt, just leave them in the comments below! KristyKristy loves researching, writing, and editing for Plastic Surgery Hub. She chats with practitioners and industry contacts to make sure we are bringing you the most up to date and accurate information possible. Growing up in Byron Bay, Kristy is all about people feeling comfortable in their own skin, and knows if people are going to make the choice to have aesthetic treatments or surgery, they should do so fully informed, and aware of the risks and all aspects of the procedure - both the good and the bad. Kristy is a huge advocate of having your surgery or treatment done in Australia by qualified Australian practitioners.
Mummy Makeover in Perth with Plastic Surgeon Dr Patrick Briggs November 28, 2018 - Mummy makeovers are a popular choice for women to help get their bodies back into shape after pregnancy and childbirth. The term mummy makeover refers to a combination of a few different procedures to help get a woman’s body back to where it was, if not better than it was, before kids. We chatted to Dr Patrick Briggs, Specialist Plastic Surgeon and one of Perth’s most experienced mummy makeover surgeons, to talk us through what’s involved in a mummy makeover. He also shared some mummy makeover patients’ before and after photos with us. All photos below are patients of Dr Briggs. Make sure you click on each of them to see the full sized photos. What procedures does a mummy makeover include? A mummy makeover is not a one size fits all group of procedures, however it usually includes an Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), Breast Augmentation (breast implants), Breast Mastopexy (breast lift with or without implants) and any other procedure to repair or improve the appearance of a part of the body affected by pregnancy and childbirth such as: Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) Breast Augmentation (breast implants) Breast Mastopexy (breast lift) Breast reduction (with or without lift) Liposuction Labiaplasty (repair function and/or […]
Donna’s Breast Augmentation, Tummy Tuck and Brachioplasty with Dr Amira Sanki November 9, 2018 - Donna’s journey started about 4 years ago when her and her husband were trying to fall pregnant. Obese her whole life, Donna realised she had to lose the weight. She shares her massive weight loss and subsequent excess skin removal journey with us. Her multiple procedures with Dr Amira Sanki, Plastic Surgeon from Sydney include breast augmentation, brachioplasty and tummy tuck. I’ve been following Donna’s journey on our closed FB group and her results are just amazing. You’ll love her before and after pictures too. Dr Sanki’s passion is for excess skin removal after massive weight loss and it’s easy to see why with results like Donna’s. TrishTrish is a plastic surgery blogger. She is passionate about wellbeing, health and beauty, and doesn't mind a little bit of 'help' from the amazing cosmetic and beauty procedures that are available today. Trish spends her days talking to women and men who are looking for suggestions and advice on procedures that are available to them. Cutting through the sales pitch and hype, a down-to-earth response on general information is what you will get.
Is It Possible to Speed Up My Tummy Tuck Recovery? November 8, 2018 - Abdominoplasty is one of the oldest yet most effective cosmetic surgeries and is still a go-to option for those looking to get rid of loose skin, excess fat and repair the underlying muscular structure. Women who have recently completed their families and want to achieve a tighter, younger-looking stomach area after their final pregnancy are the most common tummy tuck patients. This means that additional planning is required for a procedure of this nature. During recovery, tummy tuck patients need tons of rest and won’t be able to do any heavy lifting for several weeks. They will also need to be at home for 2 – 3 weeks before they’ll be ready to return to work – even longer if they have a particularly active job. So, it only makes sense that you would want to speed up your recovery so that you can return to your normal routine as soon as possible. Tips for Speeding Up Your Abdominoplasty Recovery Over and above following your surgeon’s specific post-care instructions, here are a few other tips that could accelerate your recovery period. Balance rest with some light walking. For the first two weeks of your recovery, you will need to get […]
Penny’s Abdominoplasty, Face and Neck Lift and Brachioplasty with Dr Mahyar Amjadi November 5, 2018 - Penny had always been big. In her own words, she was a fat baby and felt fat most of her life. However, as Penny approached her 50th birthday she’d been working hard to lose weight. When the big day came and went she had managed to lose 60kgs and had gone from 136kg to 75kg! That is a huge achievement but although it felt good, Penny says she was disgusted to see all the loose skin left. She started thinking about surgery to get rid of it. Penny ended up having a tummy tuck, neck lift, liposuction, fat transfer and an upper and lower blepharoplasty and facelift with Dr Mahyar Amjadi. This is her story. Penny says she started by doing her research. “I do a lot of research before I do anything, so…” Her advice to anyone else would be to do the same. “I came across a post by another lady who I felt had a similar journey to mine and that led me to come across Dr Mahyar Amjadi. I have to admit I was looking at going to Thailand for my surgery but I don’t think I would have done it. I initially did a Skype […]
Lauren’s Multiple Procedures Post Weight Loss October 17, 2018 - Lauren did the hard work and lost a large amount of weight but was then left with loose skin. She saw the highly skilled Dr Justin Perron in Brisbane to do a butt lift, Dr Marcus Pyragius in Adelaide to do her tummy tuck and Dr Pouria Moradi for her breast augmentation, with amazing results! TrishTrish is a plastic surgery blogger. She is passionate about wellbeing, health and beauty, and doesn't mind a little bit of 'help' from the amazing cosmetic and beauty procedures that are available today. Trish spends her days talking to women and men who are looking for suggestions and advice on procedures that are available to them. Cutting through the sales pitch and hype, a down-to-earth response on general information is what you will get.
The Diary of a Tummy Tuck Patient Day 7 October 2, 2018 - So people, as today’s it’s been exactly a week since I had my Apronectomy done so here’s my update on how I’m doing for those of you following. So, after 4 nights in hospital was let out Sunday and home bound much to my excitement may I add. Now, as nice as a hospital was and the staff omg just amazing – I really was looking forward to going home, unsure why thou now as apart from my 6yr old son, I’ve had no visitors, no one has came around to see me, just me, the kid and the cats until the husband gets home from work. Have struggled a lot with cabin fever, boredom has well and truly kicked in that’s for sure, I’m struggling mentally with this as I’m an aged care nurse. I work a lot, plus I’m very active and have a large family so am always on the go. So let’s talk pain, binders, sleep, mobility etc. I haven’t needed endone since 48hrs after procedure and then was switched to paracetamol 4hrly but haven’t had any since being home. I do however feel like a horse has repeatedly kicked me in the abdomen region, and a […]Dr Damian Marucci on Tummy Tuck Surgery
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