After abdominoplasty surgery, some patients find it hard to disguise 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 styles that complement
Pregnancy is a 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 loose skin is still sticking
Combining 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 wishes to get
Like any other major surgery, abdominoplasty leaves a scar. These scars vary depending on the complexity of your surgery and the incision length your tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure requires. It is possible to hide certain scars by positioning them below the bikini line. I understand if you’re worried that your
There are several reasons why I recommend waiting at least twelve months after pregnancy to undergo traditional abdominoplasty 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 your baby and
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 the anatomical structure.
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.
While a traditional 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 weight loss
Abdominoplasty has been widely recognised as a successful solution for excess skin and fat in the abdominal area following massive weight loss. Before we start any treatment, it is necessary to book a consultation session where we’ll discuss everything you need to know about your abdominoplasty procedure. Abdominoplasty is a
Diastasis recti, or muscle separation, is very common among pregnant and postpartum women. Common indicators include difficulty lifting things, weak core strength, urinary incontinence, constipation, and hip and lumbopelvic pain. Pregnancy is one of the greatest blessings a woman can experience. But even with the celebrations that follow pregnancy, nothing