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
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
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
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 tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a major surgery as it removes significant excess skin, the body’s largest organ. Other reasons I categorise it as a major surgery include the risks involved, the complexity of the procedure, the use of general anaesthesia, the length of hospital stay, and the altering of
A post-abdominoplasty overnight hospital stay gives the patient ample time to rest while giving the body the best chance for a successful recovery. With the help of nurses, medical personnel, and medication only available while in the hospital, patients can get all the professional help they need before heading home.
Both Fleur-de-Lis (FDL) abdominoplasty and Caesarean (C) Section require incisions made in the lower abdomen. FDL corrects separated abdominal muscles and removes saggy, loose skin and stubborn fat that may be present after pregnancy, while a C-section is the surgical delivery of a baby. While it is technically possible to
While a traditional tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) aims to remove excess skin from the lower abdomen, the aim of a Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty procedure is to remove loose abdominal skin and excess fat on the lower and upper abdomen. Fleur-de-Lis Abdominoplasty (FDL) is a surgical procedure for individuals who have experienced extensive