Category Archives: Tummy Tuck
Specific factors –both physical and psychological –may predict an interest in cosmetic procedures, according to a study in the current issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Over 1800 women in northern Norway responded to a questionnaire about interest in cosmetic … Continue reading
Hi Dr. Hess, I’m considering a tummy tuck and wondering if I should work out my stomach muscles beforehand, or wait until the surgery is complete. Should I wait? J.A. Well, it depends on whether abdominal workouts are part of … Continue reading
When I told my wife that I was going to write this as my blog I got the wife stare then the squint. “Are you sure?” she said. “Sure, why not?” I said. “Because you run the risk of angering … Continue reading
The tummy tuck is and has been a mainstay of cosmetic surgery practices. But what they are and how much they cost can be incredibly confusing. Names such as standard, extended, mini, hybrid and others don’t necessarily give a patient a … Continue reading
Plication or tightening of the rectus (six pack) muscles is an ingrained part of the tummy tuck procedure. It’s so routine that most surgeons never think about not doing it. But is it always necessary? No it’s not, and a … Continue reading
I know it sound a bit crazy to blog on the belly button but I have to tell you I’m tired of the most important part of a tummy tuck being the “I can’t forget to close the belly button” part … Continue reading
So, that tummy just isn’t want it used to be. Did you gain weight with pregnancy and your body just won’t return to it’s prepregnancy shape or your weight just got away from you and the tummy needs to be addressed so you’re not self-conscious … Continue reading