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Scarring After Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck scars are unfortunately unavoidable. Since the procedure requires large incisions, there’s no way to prevent some amount of scarring, although the overall amount will depend on...

Understanding Umbilicoplasty

Umbilicoplasty, or the use of surgical procedures to in some way alter the appearance of a patient’s belly button, is commonly performed as a part tummy tuck procedures, but can also be performed...

Tummy Tuck Recovery

The tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is surgery to make the abdomen firmer. Usually it involves removing excess skin from the lower abdomen to tighten the muscle and fascia of the abdominal...

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Tummy Tuck Guide

If you are considering getting surgery done to imp...

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Mini Tummy Tuck Procedure

Mini tummy tucks improve the appearance of lower a...

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Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty, also know as Tummy Tuck, is one of...

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Tummy Tuck Recovery Time

Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that is mor...

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Abdominal Etching

If you are considering a surgical procedure to tighten up your abs, you may be able to get away with less surgery then a full tummy tuck. Abdominal Etching is great for patients with tight ab muscles, but are having trouble getting rid of the fat covering them. Abdominal Etching removes and sculpts the fat of the abdomen.

Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty, also known as the Tummy Tuck, is an invasive cosmetic surgery that combines removal of excess skin and fat from the midsection with the surgical tightening of the abdominal muscles. Abdominoplasty is often appropriate for individuals that have lost a significant amount of weight or for women that are looking to regain their old body after childbirth.

Tummy Tuck Recovery

Abdominoplasty, or Tummy Tuck, is an invasive surgical procedure and requires some recovery time. Expect to take a week or more before returning to work. While complete recovery time varies person to person, expect at least a month to pass before all swelling and bruising is completely gone.


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