Dr Bernard Beldholm 
After a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure, some patients find it hard to conceal their incision scar when wearing swimsuits. This is especially the case for patients who undergo more complex procedures such as Fleur-de-Lis, full and extended abdominoplasty, or a belt lipectomy. This doesn’t mean you can’t still find swimsuit
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that can take a physical and mental toll on a mother. Lasting changes like loose skin can accompany the joy of childbirth, and sometimes, your skin may not retract to its original position for up to 2 years post-pregnancy. If your saggy skin is still
Loose skin on the arms is quite common after massive weight loss due to bariatric surgery, post-pregnancy, or diet and exercise. And in a hot climate like Australia, it is difficult to hide that loose skin under baggy clothing. Brachioplasty, commonly known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure
Combining a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with umbilicoplasty procedure tightens loose skin around the abdomen and reshapes the navel. Performed either as standalone procedures or in conjunction with one another, the goal of the two procedures is to create a smoother and a more aesthetically-pleasing abdomen. After pregnancy, every new mother
From surgery to recovery, this guide covers it all. Your recovery after belt lipectomy surgery is a milestone in your weight loss journey toward a toned body and tightened skin after massive weight loss. It’s good to know what to expect ahead of time so you feel better prepared for
The average recovery time for a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is two to six weeks. However, this varies with the type of surgery. Mini tummy tuck procedures are less invasive compared to full, extended, Fleur-de-lis, and belt lipectomy, meaning they involve less recovery time. How long will it take to recover
Like any other major surgery, a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure leaves a scar. These scars vary depending on the complexity of your surgery and the incision length your tummy tuck procedure requires. It is possible to conceal certain scars by positioning them below the bikini line. In my 15 years
Many of my patients ask me to explain the difference between lower body lift surgery and tummy tuck surgeries and which one is better for getting rid of excess skin and fat on their midsections after weight loss. Let’s explore what sets these two surgeries apart. How Belt Lipectomy and
There are several reasons why I recommend waiting at least twelve months after pregnancy to undergo traditional abdominoplasty (standard tummy tuck) surgery. Not only does your body need time to heal and your loose skin might shrink on its own, but it allows you to spend quality bonding time with
A Mini VASER Lipo-Abdominoplasty procedure addresses redundant skin tissue on the lower abdominal region that may result from pregnancy. Many women experience post-pregnancy side effects, including redundant loose skin in the abdominal region and separated abdominal muscles (diastasis recti), which can be the result of significant weight changes during pregnancy