Patients ask me this often, so let me answer it directly. Whether abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is cosmetic surgery depends on why it is being done. The label is not fixed to the operation. It is set by the reason for surgery and what the assessment finds. After pregnancy, the operation
A question I am asked often in my practice is whether an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) can be done at the same time as a caesarean, commonly called a C-section. Some patients have heard of an abdominoplasty performed during a caesarean delivery, sometimes called a “C-tuck” or “C-abdominoplasty,” and they want
One of the questions I am asked most often by women after pregnancy is whether Medicare will contribute to the cost of an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). The answer comes down to one specific Medicare item, MBS item 30175, and whether a patient meets the criteria attached to it. This article
In my practice, stretch marks are one of the things women ask me about often after having children. They are a normal part of pregnancy for many women, and they are nothing to be embarrassed about. What I can do is explain what they are, why they form, what genuinely
Diastasis recti, also called rectus diastasis or abdominal muscle separation, is a common and normal change during and after pregnancy. The abdominal wall stretches to make room for a growing baby, and in many women the two halves of the abdominal muscles move apart along the midline. For most women
After significant weight loss, two problems often sit on top of each other in the same part of the body. The first is loose abdominal skin that hangs in both a vertical and a horizontal direction. The second is a weakness in the abdominal wall at the navel, an umbilical
Loose skin after weight loss does not present in one single way. For some patients, it is mainly a hanging fold low on the abdomen. For others, the looseness runs horizontally across the front, vertically along the midline, or in a circumferential pattern around the trunk. Loose skin in the
After significant weight loss, the skin across the lower abdomen often does not shrink back. Many of the patients I see in my clinic have worked hard to lose the weight, sometimes through bariatric surgery, sometimes with the help of weight loss medications, and they are now left with loose
Wondering what type of abdominoplasty do I need? You’re not alone. Abdominoplasty treats different needs through various procedures like full, mini, and extended abdominoplasties. This guide will help you understand what abdominoplasty do I need and choose the option that best suits your body and goals. Key Takeaways Understanding Abdominoplasty
Curious about mini abdominoplasty? This article outlines 15 important mini abdominoplasty facts you must know. Discover what the procedure involves, who it’s for, and the key benefits. Get the essential information to make an informed choice. Key Takeaways What is a Mini Abdominoplasty? A mini abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure