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
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 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
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.
A mini tummy tuck removes loose skin on the lower abdomen only. It is great for some postpartum women and patients that have dropped a few kilos. As a limited procedure, it won’t repair abdominal muscle separation like a full tummy tuck. It also won’t remove loose skin above the