These tubes are usually removed after about 1 week. Taylor will provide you with detailed instructions on caring for your drains. Taylor will wrap the treatment area with bandages, and you will wear a compression garment for several weeks to support your abdomen and minimize swelling.
Anne Taylor has more than 20 years of plastic surgery experience and credentials that speak for themselves. Women and men come to her for her plastic surgery artistry, and the genuine warmth and compassion she has for her patients.
Many of Dr. This combination of procedures is usually referred to as a mommy makeover. Combining procedures can provide the most significant and satisfying results for people with multiple concerns. Taylor recommends waiting at least a month to 6 weeks before returning to your normal exercise routine. Taylor will ask that you come back the day after surgery for a follow-up. Your incisions will be evaluated in order to determine if you are healing properly. You will be swollen and sore, and you may be discolored or bruised for the first few days after your procedure.
Taylor prescribes oral pain medication to enhance your comfort during this time. The length and intensity of your recovery will depend on whether you had a mini, standard, or extended tummy tuck. Additional procedures, such as liposuction or breast surgery, will also affect your total recovery time.
Your results will develop gradually over the course of several weeks. It may take up to 2 months or longer before your end result is visible. Your new profile will appear flatter, firmer, and leaner once you have fully healed. The procedure choice depends on what is keeping your midsection from being as flat as you would like. Liposuction is used to remove areas of excess fat. It does not tighten the skin or abdominal muscles; that is the purpose of tummy tuck surgery. That said, Dr. Taylor often uses liposuction to enhance tummy tuck results by contouring the hips and buttocks.
Yes, you will be instructed to wear a compression garment after surgery to minimize swelling and support your abdomen as it heals. Patients who have a complete tummy tuck typically need to wear the garment longer than those who have had a mini tummy tuck.
It is important to take care of the surgical area as specified in your post-op instructions and prevent putting strain on the incision too early in the healing process. Scar tapes and creams, when used as directed, can help you end up with the thinnest, least noticeable scar possible. All surgical procedures, including tummy tucks, leave behind scars as evidence. Taylor places tummy tuck incisions where they will be hidden by clothing or in the natural creases of the belly button.
What will be most noticeable to others will likely be your firm, contoured midsection. While a tummy tuck will not affect your ability to carry a child to term safely, pregnancy is likely to cause you to lose some of the benefits of your surgery. If you plan to have another baby within the next couple of years, Dr. Taylor will likely recommend holding off on the surgery. Taylor frequently performs plastic surgery for men , including abdominoplasty.
Men often wish to tighten the abdominal area after significant weight changes. All elective cosmetic surgical procedures include some risk, which Dr. Taylor discusses during the consultation. However, tummy tuck surgery has a long track record for safety when performed by an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon such as Dr. During a tummy tuck, Dr. By clicking "Subscribe" you agree to our Terms of Use. We'll be in touch every so often with health tips, patient stories, important resources and other information you need to keep you and your family healthy.
Tummy Tuck Appointments: Request an appointment. What is a tummy tuck? Why would you need a tummy tuck? If you have diabetes , your doctor will do careful screening before recommending abdominoplasty to ensure that: Your diabetes is well managed.
Doctors may consider abdominoplasty for medical conditions like these: Abdominal hernias : Major weight loss and procedures, such as cesarean section or appendectomy can weaken your abdomen, increasing hernia risk. Stress urinary incontinence SUI : Bladder control can weaken if there is pressure on your bladder and urethra urinary duct. Urine may leak out during exercise or after a sudden sneeze, cough or laughter. SUI is treatable without surgery, but some studies show that abdominoplasty can help.
Back pain and posture: Childbirth or major weight loss can weaken stomach muscles and cause back pain. By removing fat and tightening muscles, a tummy tuck offers extra abdominal support and reduces pressure on your spine. This can help to ease back pain and may contribute to better posture. Types of tummy tuck and abdominal procedures A tummy tuck is cosmetic surgery, usually done to improve your appearance.
In addition to a full tummy tuck, surgical options include: Mini tummy tuck A mini tummy tuck may be an option if you only have moderate excess skin and fat. Panniculectomy Although a tummy tuck is considered cosmetic surgery, experts may consider panniculectomy a medical necessity after major weight loss of pounds or more.
Who is a good candidate for a tummy tuck or other abdominal procedures? To have a tummy tuck or panniculectomy procedure, you must: Be in good physical health Maintain a steady, stable weight Be a nonsmoker Live a healthy lifestyle Have realistic expectations about tummy tuck results In addition, you should meet the following criteria for a panniculectomy.
Tummy tuck risks include: Asymmetry uneven results Deep vein thrombosis blood clots Discolored skin Fat necrosis death of fatty tissue deep in the skin Fluid buildup seroma Heart and lung complications Loose skin Numbness Poor wound healing Results not as expected Scarring Skin loss The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's surgeons put patient safety first, taking every precaution to minimize risks. How much does a tummy tuck cost? What to expect During your first consultation with an Ohio State Wexner Medical Center tummy tuck surgeon, your surgeon will answer all your questions.
During your tummy tuck treatment Before surgery, you may receive antibiotics or medication to keep you comfortable. If you have a full tummy tuck, your plastic surgeon will: Make a horizontal, hip-to-hip incision across your bikini line, along the lower abdomen. Its type and length depend on how much excess skin you have. In most tummy tucks, surgeons need to temporarily separate the navel from surrounding tissue in order to lift your abdominal skin to tighten abdominal muscles.
The surgeon stitches the navel back into position and closes the incisions with material such as sutures, skin glue or tiny clips. After tummy tuck surgery Once the anesthesia wears off and your condition is stable, your nurse takes you to a hospital room to rest.
You may have thin drainage tubes, which help drain excess fluids. Your doctor will remove these at a follow-up office visit, as well as any stitches you may have. Your doctor and nurse will discuss wound care and other steps, from discharge to follow-up visits.
Results of tummy tuck surgery You can expect temporary swelling and some permanent scarring. Tummy tuck recovery After a tummy tuck, you can expect some bruising, swelling and discomfort. Why choose Ohio State for a tummy tuck? Request an appointment. First Name. Last Name. Email Address We'll use your email to contact you about this request. View Terms of Use. Is a tummy tuck right for me? What should I expect during my consultation? During your consultation, your doctor will explain the full procedure to you and will ask you several questions including: Why do you want tummy tuck?
What are your expectations for the procedure? What is your desired outcome? Do you have any drug allergies? What previous medical treatments have you received?
Have you had any previous surgeries? If so, what were they? Do you plan to become pregnant in the future? Are you currently at a stable weight? What should I expect before my tummy tuck? What will happen during my tummy tuck?
What should I expect after my tummy tuck? What will my results be like? Patient of Dr. Financing my procedure Special financing every time you use it. Schedule a Consultation. Choose from one of our locations: Upper Arlington Easton.
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