1. How can I get more information about a tummy tuck?

There are two Plastic Surgery websites that provide comprehensive information regarding all Cosmetic procedures (www.surgery.org. And www.plasticsurgery.org

My website www.casas.md/index.php/blog is informative.

The most important way to obtain information is through a comprehensive consultation with an experienced Plastic surgeon certified by the American board of Plastic surgery. This should give you all the information you need to decide whether your expectations can be met, whether you are a good candidate, what procedure will best meet your needs, and the risks and benefits and alternatives. I believe that patients need to prepare for a tummy tuck by maintaining a healthy lifestyle which includes regular exercise, healthy eating, regular sleep and a stable weight that you are happy with.


2. Is there a lot of swelling involved with abdominoplasty?

There can be significant swelling in the first 4-12 weeks. My patients have regular sessions of Manual Lymphatic Drainage after surgery so that the swelling is dramatically reduced by 2-3 weeks.


3. At what age is abdominoplasty usually performed?

Typically when a patient has completed body altering phases in their lives like pregnancy and dramatic weight loss.


4. What does a typical abdominoplasty consultation entail?

A comprehensive consultation will start with you detailing your medical and surgical history. After a thorough exam and discussion of the procedures that are available we will together decide what operation is the safest and will meet your expectations. During this consultation I will discuss the risks and benefits and alternatives of all the safe procedures that are available. I believe that patients need to prepare for a tummy tuck by maintaining a healthy lifestyle which includes regular exercise, healthy eating, regular sleep and a stable weight that you are happy with.

Patients also need to create an environment that will allow for the appropriate postoperative recovery. All these will help to achieve the best possible result.


5. How soon will the results be visible?

Within 6-12 weeks but it will take up to two years for scars to fade.


6. Is abdominoplasty a good way to lose weight?

Absolutely not. Maintaining your weight can only be achieved with a healthy lifestyle of eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and sleeping well.


7. Does abdominoplasty take care of cellulite?

Only if the cellulite is in the skin that is removed.