Abdominoplasty is not a weight loss procedure. This should not be the primary motivator for surgery as weight loss is usually slim to modest.  It is a good idea to exercise after surgery, but only after enough healing time has passed. Your surgeon will give you specific instructions on when you can exercise after your tummy tuck and what type of exercises are appropriate. As a general guideline, tummy tuck patients can start light to moderate activity after four weeks. After six to eight weeks, most people can resume all exercise and activity.

Patients should consider an exercise routine and healthy diet in order to maintain the results of their tummy tuck.

Also known as abdominoplasty, a tummy tuckremoves excess fat and skin, and in most cases restores weakened or separated muscles creating an abdominal profile that is smoother and firmer.

The success and safety of your tummy tuck procedure depends very much on your complete candidness during your consultation. You’ll be asked a number of questions about your health, desires and lifestyle.

Be prepared to discuss:

·         Why you want the surgery, your expectations and desired outcome

·         Medical conditions, drug allergies and medical treatments

·         Use of current medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol, tobacco and drugs

·         Previous surgeries

Your surgeon may also:

·         Evaluate your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors

·         Take photographs for your medical record

·         Discuss your options and recommend a course of treatment

·         Discuss likely outcomes of the tummy tuck and any risks or potential complications

Preparing for surgery:

Prior to surgery, you may be asked to:

·         Get lab testing or a medical evaluation

·         Take certain medications or adjust your current medications

·         Stop smoking well in advance of surgery

·         Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding

Special instructions you receive will cover:

·         What to do on the day of surgery

·         The use of anesthesia during your tummy tuck

·         Post-operative care and follow-up

Cost is always a consideration in elective surgery. Prices for tummy tucks can vary widely. A surgeon’s cost for a tummy tuck may vary based on his or her experience, the type of procedure used, as well as geographic office location.

Many plastic surgeons offer patient financing plans, so be sure to ask.

Cost may include:

·         Surgeon’s fee

·         Hospital or surgical facility costs

·         Anesthesia fees

·         Prescriptions for medication

·         Post-surgery garments, and

·         Medical tests

Your satisfaction involves more than a fee:

When choosing a plastic surgeon for a tummy tuck, remember that the surgeon’s experience and your comfort with him or her are just as important as the final cost of the surgery.

Breast Liposuction:

Liposuction reduces the breasts by removing excess fat. If there is enough elasticity in the skin, it will retract and produce a visible breast lift.

Advantages of breast reduction by liposuction over traditional methods

Less trauma to the breast

Faster recovery

Less visible scars

Fewer postoperative complications

The best candidates for breast reduction by liposuction have breasts that contain a large proportion of fat. If your breasts have more glandular tissue than fat, a mammoplasty may be more appropriate. The proportion of fat in the breast can be determined by a mammogram.

To know more about breast augmentation please visit us: http://www.whgormanmd.com

3003 Bee Cave Road, Suite 203

Austin, TX 78746

(In the Austin Surgical Hospital)

william.gorman@austinpsi.com

Call us: (512) 454-6733