The C-Tuck - Should a C-Section and Tummy Tuck be Performed in Combination in Abbotsford?

Celebrity Post-Pregnancy Super Slim-Down Do celebrity moms schedule combined C-sections and tummy tucks to ensure a speedy return to their pre-pregnancy figures? Online gossipers claim they do, but we're not so sure. DocShop's Rumor Patrol calls this story in for questioning! The "C-Tuck" - Combined C-Section and Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford Rumor has it that celebrity moms-to-be are scheduling C-sections during their eighth month of pregnancy to avoid the extra bulging and stretching that occur during the ninth month of baby-bearing. Of course, in Abbotsford, delivering a baby early can limit some of the weight gain resulting from pregnancy. Diet and exercise can take care of the rest. But what about the excess skin marred by the appearance of stretch marks? According to Internet buzz, some of today's starlets undergo a tummy tuck procedure immediately after C-section to trim off this excess skin and ensure that stretch marks don't see the light of flashbulbs. Celebrity bloggers claim that Britney Spears, Denise Richards, Jaime Pressly, and Gwen Stefani all used the "C-tuck" method to regain their famously photogenic figures. in Abbotsford However, not a single celeb has 'fessed up to undergoing the C-tuck. And it is important to note that obstetricians and plastic surgeons do not recommend combining a cesarean-section with a tummy tuck. So is the C-tuck rumor completely false? Or is there nip of truth to this gossip? We decided to ask San Diego breast augmentation surgeon Scott Miller, MD, to shed some light on the C-tuck for us. Can the procedure be performed at all, let alone safely? Does Dr. Miller believe that celebrities use this method to shape up after pregnancy? The Skinny on the C-Tuck in Abbotsford "I would not recommend people in Abbotsford undergo C-section and tummy tuck in combination because I think it leads to more surgery than is necessary with a higher risk of infection than is appropriate," says Dr. Miller. the C-tuck procedures in Abbotsford would result in a number of added risks for the patient. As it is, most obstetricians will not perform a C-section more than one week before the woman's scheduled due date in order to minimize these risks, he says. "Most OB-GYNs won't do that without an amniocentesis, which is an extra procedure and puts the child at risk, so I think that's very, very uncommon." Another problem the C-tuck in Abbotsford poses is the increased risk of infection. "The fact is that there's a lot of contamination at the same time as the C-section with the different fluids and different cavities exposed." Dr. Miller warns. "That would really increase the potential for risks combined with that little tummy tuck." C-section in Abbotsford leaves a telltale scar, one that could be avoided if the woman has a vaginal delivery. Further, if a woman undergoes a tummy tuck immediately following C-section, she will end up with a larger scar than is necessary. "What you'd be doing in many cases is cutting and tucking a lot of tissue that was going to shrink all by itself." patients in Abbotsford should wait at least six months after child birth to schedule a consultation for a tummy tuck to allow enough time for the body to heal from pregnancy. "The less tissue you have to tuck, the shorter that scar can be. So you'd really want to give that skin a chance to shrink and contract." Then How Do Celebs Slim Down So Quickly after Pregnancy in Abbotsford? "The best thing you can do is control weight gain during your pregnancy with appropriate exercise," says Dr. Miller. But what about shaping up after giving birth in Abbotsford? "[It�s important to get] back to your exercise program soon after pregnancy," Dr. Miller advises. "Certainly youth and a personal trainer can help." Like all women in Abbotsford, celebrity moms will benefit most from a steady diet and exercise routine, especially if they are young and in good health. "Many of these people in Abbotsford that we're talking about are younger, they're very healthy, have very good skin," Dr. Miller notes, adding that these factors likely help the celebrity moms snap back into shape after pregnancy. "Especially since they do have all the advantages of having personal chefs and personal trainers. And I think that probably explains that phenomenon better than early C-sections combined with tummy tucks," Dr. Miller says. And the Rumor Patrol Verdict Is� called this story in for questioning, got expert testimony from Dr. Miller, and found the celebrity C-tuck rumor to be complete hearsay on the part of celebrity bloggers. "I think many people in Abbotsford assume that the celebrities resorted to secrets and gimmicks because that makes them feel a little better," Dr. Miller says. But "the fact is that having a C-section involves having a post-operative recovery and a limitation of activities that would be very counterproductive to getting back into shape as fast as you can." a C-tuck in Abbotsford would only create further distraction for new mothers at a time when they will have more important things to consider. "You're giving them healing issues and recovery issues in Abbotsford in a period of time where they really should be bonding with their baby."

Abbotsford Tummy Tuck, Abdominoplasty for Abbotsford the Area

Q. I have lost a significant amount of weight but still have some to go and I can see that there is extra skin. I am interested in having the body lift surgery and breast reduction next summer after I finish graduate school in Abbotsford. I wanted to know if I need to ma A. Dear Jeredith, Thanks for your inquiry and congratulations on all of your weight loss. It is ideal that you have reached a stable weight for at least 6 months prior to undergoing a body lift and breast reduction. Good luck with your goals and we welcome you to a free consulatation to discuss your surgical options with either Dr. Vath or Dr. Wolfe at your convenience. Thanks again for your inquiry. Sincerely, Web Inquiry Administrator The Center for Cosmetic Surgery Denver and Golden Colorado 303-278-2600 www.thecenterforcosmeticsurgery.net Q. Will smoking affect my recovery ? A. Smoking adversely affects wound healing. The small vessels that supply blood to the tissues shrink up and prevent the necessary nutrients for healing to get to the wound. The incidence of having a wound complication such as an open wound or skin death is much higher in smokers. Furthermore, the rate of wound infection is also significantly increased in smokers for the same reason of limited blood flow. Because of this, a patient must stop smoking for a minimum of two weeks prior to surgery to decrease the risk of these complications. Q. I'm a 23 year old diabetic and roughly 40 lbs overweight. Am I a candidate for a tummy tuck and breast augmentation in Abbotsford? A. If your diabetes is controlled with diet and oral medication and you are otherwise in good health, this may be a reasonable consideration for you. Certainly, at your complementary consult with one of our surgeons, your medical history will be discussed. All risks will be reviewed and you will be examined with the surgeon explaining what you might expect as far as achieving your goals. We call these procedures a "Mommy Makeover", and after having children, it is a very common combination. We always encourage patients to lose as much weight as they can before surgery, but you certainly may schedule your appointment and use the information as part of your goal setting. Patients often have their tummy tucks and go on to lose more weight and tone up their bodies! Q. How much time passes between the initial consultation and surgery in Abbotsford? A. Once you have had your complementary consult with one of our surgeons in Abbotsford, it is typically 2-4 weeks before surgery. However, this can vary significantly. Q. What is a "mini tummy tuck" in Abbotsford, and who is a good candidate? A. A mini tummy tuck in Abbotsford is a less aggressive form of a full tummy tuck in Abbotsford. WIth a full tummy tuck in Abbotsford, most or all of the skin between the belly button and the top of the pubic area is removed, the muscles are tightened all the way up to the ribs, and the remaining skin is stretched down to close the open area. The belly button is usually brought up through the new skin and sewn into place. WIth a mini tummy tuck, in contrast, a much smaller area of skin is removed, and only the muscle in the lower abdomen is tightened. The belly button is not relocated. Good candidates for a mini tummy tuck are rare, as most patients with abdominal laxity are much better candidates for a full tummy tuck. Occasionally, a patient will present with isolated lower abdominal laxity and a firm upper abdomen. For these select few, a mini tummy tuck can be a good option. Q. I delivered twins eight years ago by c-section and have that overlap of skin that looks so ugly. What can I do? A. When there is extra skin on your tummy after pregnancy, an abdominoplasty in Abbotsford is generally the best means of managing it. The procedure tightens the abdominal muscles and removes excess fat and skin leaving you with a flat abdomen. The c-section scar is removed during the procedure. Often, women choose to have liposuction of nearby areas such as the flanks (love handles), hips, back, or thighs at the same time to improve their overall look. Q. I want to have a tummy tuck during a c-section . Can it be done in Abbotsford? A. You should be healed from your c-section before an abdominoplasty is performed in Abbotsford. Once you have lost your weight gain from pregnancy and you have stabilized, the maximum amount of tightening can be achieved to optimize your results. Although it would make sense to have it all done at once, the studies show that the complications from surgery increase when combining these two procedures. Q. Does an abdominoplasty in Abbotsford take care of "love handles" as well? A. A tummy tuck in Abbotsford manages the entire abdomen, tightening the front of your torso. The abdominoplasty can also tighten the waist, but generally liposuction is used to manage the "love handles" or flanks. Liposuction of the flanks, as well as other areas, is commonly performed at the same time as a tummy tuck. Q. I have lost a massive amount of weight and would like to know what my surgical options are to remove the excess skin. A. in Abbotsford, There are several well developed operations intended to rid you of your excess skin. A lower body lift combined with an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck will lift the buttocks and outer thighs while also tightening the abdomen. An inner thigh lift will tighten the upper, inner thighs while an arm lift can reduce the skin laxity on your upper arms. Finally, if lax, sagging facial skin is a problem, a facelift or mini-facelift combined with a brow lift will tighten your facial tissues without giving you that fake, operated appearance. Q. Can you perform a tummy tuck and breast lift at the same time in Abbotsford? A. A tummy tuck in Abbotsford is commonly performed in combination with a breast lift or augmentation at the same time. This "mommy makeover" will flatten the tummy out while lifting and/or filling out the breasts all at the same time. This allows for one recovery and a complete resoration of your body with the least hastle. Q. I have had 3 c-sections in Abbotsford. Is the current scar a concern when it comes to having a tummy tuck? A. The current scar is not only not a concern, but will be removed during the tummy tuck procedure. The abdominoplasty scar will be low enough to hide under a two-piece bathing suit and without the indentation or overhang often created from c-section scars. Most women agree that the scarring tradeoff to get a flat abdomen is an excellent one. Q. I am a 5'2" female weighing 205 pounds. Can you do a tummy tuck while I am losing weight or do I have to wait? A. Ideally, you would like to lose as much weight on your own as possible prior to undergoing a tummy tuck. This way, the maximum amount of excess skin can be removed to get you the best possible result. Generally, we recommend that you try to lose roughly 2/3 of your goal before having surgery. But this varies from person to person depending upon individual body proportions. You may want to see your primary doctor or a nutritionist to help you define your weight loss goals prior to surgery. Q. I am 5'1" and weigh 240 lbs. How much weight would I need to lose before I should consider a breast reduction or a tummy tuck? A. Ideally, you would like to lose as much weight on your own as possible prior to undergoing a tummy tuck or breast reduction. This way, the maximum amount of excess skin can be removed to get you the best possible result. Generally, we recommend that you try to lose roughly 2/3 of your goal before having surgery. But this varies from person to person depending upon individual body proportions. You may want to see your primary doctor or a nutritionist to help you define your weight loss goals prior to surgery. Q. How long is the scar from an abdominoplasty in Abbotsford? Will my stretch marks be removed? A. An abdominoplasty in Abbotsford is a surgery where the fat and skin from your belly button down to your pubis is removed. Any stretch marks in this region will be removed. The muscles are tightened from under your breasts down to the pubic bone. The skin is then pulled down and closed resulting in a scar from hip to hip, but low enough to hide under a two-piece bathing suit. The length of the scar varies a bit depending upon the degree of skin redundancy. But as you can see from the photos of our surgeon's work, this surgery is a wonderful trade off for a flat tummy! Q. Can you have children after a tummy tuck in Abbotsford? A. Should you decide to have a child after a tummy tuck in Abbotsford, your muscles and skin will stretch out to accomodate the pregnancy just as they did before. However, you will probably negate much of the benefit you received from the abdominoplasty. It is recommended that you complete having children prior to having a tummy tuck; however, if you are unsure as to your reproductive future and would like to have your tummy tightened now, that is perfectly reasonable with the understanding that future pregnancies may stretch things out again. Q. Can you do liposuction of the upper abdomen in conjunction with a tummy tuck in Abbotsford? A. Liposuction of the upper abdomen can be performed with a tummy tuck in Abbotsford. Often, there is significant improvement of upper abdominal contour by tightening the musculature underneath and tightening the overlying skin. Q. Can you do a tummy tuck using a c-section scar in Abbotsford? A. When a tummy tuck is performed on someone with a c-section scar, the c-section scar is completely removed. The tummy tuck scar will be kept very low in order easily hide it. Often, women find their c-section scar unattractive, "indented", dimpled, wide, or thick. The new tummy tuck scar will not "indent" or create any "overhang", rather will be thin, low, and hideable. This is usually a very welcome tradeoff. Q. Can a tummy tuck be performed at the same time as a c-section in Abbotsford? A. Studies have shown that performing a tummy tuck at the same time as a c-section increases the risks and complications of surgery. Additionally, it is best to be healed from a c-section and down to a stable weight prior to undergoing an abdominoplasty. This way, the best possible aesthetic result can be achieved in the safest fashion. Q. What health conditions threaten a successful recovery after surgery in Abbotsford? A. Thank you for your interest in The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Abbotsford. To answer your question, cosmetic plastic surgery should only be performed on healthy, non-smoking patients without any significant history of medical problems. We do a complete history and physical on all patients prior to undergoing cosmetic surgery. If any concern is identified, you may not be a good candidate for an elective, cosmetic procedure. There is nothing specific to African-American patients that puts them at higher risk. Please feel free to ask more questions or come in for a consultation with one of our doctors. Sincerely, Cheryl Stavrakas- Patient Counselor 303 278-2600, Q. What are the most common problems after a tummy tuck in Abbotsford? A. Wound healing complications such as a small opening of the incision can happen. The risk of a wound healing problems is increased by obesity and smoking. Infection of the skin and fat can occur, but is quite rare in non-smokers. A fluid collection or "seroma" can develop underneath the mobilized skin and fat. This is generally neither difficult nor painful to manage. Q. I lost alot of weight after a gastric bypass. My thighs, tummy, and butt are really saggy. What can I do? A. After large volume weight loss, there is usually excess skin that sags and bothers the patient. There are several well-designed operations that can rid you of much of this skin redundancy and allow you to feel better in clothes. A circumferential body lift can lift up the buttocks, outer thighs, and tighten the tummy. Also, an inner thigh lift can tighten the inside of your legs. The scars are all hidden beneath your underwear.

Does the Combo C-Section/Tummy Tuck Really Exist in Abbotsford?

friend of mine in Abbotsford once mentioned a little something called a �2fer�, as in a two-for-one surgery combining a c-section and tummy tuck. From that point on, it seemed to me that every celebrity who delivered a baby in Abbotsford did so by c-section (Angelina Jolie, Britney Spears, Tori Spelling�), and then popped up on the cover of magazines with taut tummies. It got me thinking: is there something to this? Should the rest of us feel bad that we�re told we�ll leave the hospital looking five months pregnant? Or were the stars getting a little nip/tuck action? It was time to put on my investigative hat (in other words, pick up the phone) and call celebrity delivery central: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills. I was quickly told by their media relations department that their staff of OB�s do not comment on this issue. Interesting. Plastic surgeons in Abbotsford, on the other hand, have no issue with commenting. Even online. Plastic surgeon in Abbotsford, �Elective tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford at time of birth is not a good idea.� He explains that a woman�s hormones during pregnancy change the body�s tissue to ease delivery, and �[t]hese distended tissues have not yet shown what laxity will remain.� Next stop: The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Abbotsford. They saying that a tummy tuck should not be performed until after you are fully healed from your c-section. They note that optimal results are obtained after the pregnancy weight is lost and the body has �stabilized�. They recognize the convenience of having both procedures done at once, but quickly point out how �studies show that the complications from surgery increase when combining these two procedures.� Arguably those statements could be financially motivated � if obstetricians were performing these so-called �2fers,� plastic surgeons could be losing out on lucrative tummy tuck procedures. So, what did the OBs really think? It was time to go straight to the source: who was flown to Swakopmund, Namibia to deliver Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt�s baby. While he acknowledged that c-section deliveries are up this year by 25%, he said a likely reason is because, �More and more doctors are making medical decisions � sometimes for legal reasons � to save lives, [for example] if they notice a rapid drop in the baby�s heartbeat.� When asked his opinion about why so many celebrities have C-sections in Abbotsford he said, �Some are probably for a reason the public doesn�t know about. For example, the baby is breach and the public just assumes it was elective when it was medically necessary.� Going on to push the envelope, I asked him straight out if he�s ever done �No,� he replied firmly. �I don�t combine an elective procedure. It�s dangerous to do. It�s a totally separate procedure. I wouldn�t recommend a person having a tummy tuck � that wouldn�t be an option.� So, I headed back to my friend in Abbotsford, and asked this taut-tummied mother-of-three if there was really something to this, something that no one would admit to me. She told me that she asked her doctor about the �2fer� before her third child was born via cesarean delivery. �He said, �I'll take as much scar tissue out as I can.� But it wasn't a full tummy tuck. And actually, he said I didn't have that much scar tissue.� Aha! A mini tummy tuck perhaps? I needed to ask Dr. about this. He informed me that he would remove any scar tissue that was found in the area of the c-section incision from a previous surgery. He further explained, �Whether this can be thought of as a tummy tuck I�m not sure, because it's just the focused area and not the wide incision across the entire abdomen that a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) entails.� In layman�s terms, she only had scar tissue as a result of having had three c-sections in Abbotsford. I was back to square one, yet again. But there was still no denying the recent surge in �c(elebrity)-sections in Abbotsford.� In the event these surgical deliveries were elective, rather than medically necessary, Dr. Rothbart said it was likely due to convenience. �Celebrities might opt for a c-section because they are able to schedule when and where they will deliver if they are concerned about their privacy.� And that settled it for me. Just like the scar tissue my friend had had removed, the 2fer was gone for good.

tummy tuck after a C-section in Abbotsford

how soon after a c-section can i have a tummy tuck in Abbotsford? A: You need to wait until you are completely recovered from the C-section in Abbotsford patients in Abbotsford should wait at least six months after child birth to schedule a consultation for a tummy tuck to allow enough time for the body to heal from pregnancy. "The less tissue you have to tuck, the shorter that scar can be. So you'd really want to give that skin a chance to shrink and contract." Q: Has anyone gone through vaginal birth for their second baby after having a c-section in Abbotsford for thier first baby? I had a c-section in Abbotsford to deliver my daughter in 11/2004. I am now due with my second child this August and am considering a vaginal birth instead of another c-section but I dont really know if this is a good idea. Has anyone been through...... (3 answers - asked 18 months ago) A: The complications and risks are very low. Here is some info for you. Hi, I have had several friends (5) that have had natural vaginal birth instead of another c-section with no complications. But there are some who have had problems in Abbotsford that I vaguely remember hearing about. I think your doctor, if he is giving you a choice and not swaying you towards another c-section expects everything to go well with a vaginal birth, but there is that risk of rupture of the uterus. Here is something from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development website concerning this. There was a large study done. In part it says: The risks from vaginal delivery after a prior Cesarean delivery are low, but are slightly higher than for a repeat Cesarean delivery. This finding is from the largest, most comprehensive study of its kind ever conducted, undertaken by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development of the National Institutes of Health. "These findings provide women who have had a Cesarean delivery�and their physicians�with reliable information to take into account when deciding whether to undergo labor or to have a repeat Cesarean delivery," said Duane Alexander, M.D., Director of the NICHD. Among the complications the study found in women who attempted a vaginal birth after prior Cesarean delivery were rupture of the uterus, infection of the uterine lining, lack of oxygen to the infant brain, and infant death. The study authors noted, however, that the risks of these complications were very low. Q: Any advice on how to best recover from a c-section in Abbotsford(will be going in for one soon)? My first child was born via emergency c-section in Abbotsford, doc said from the way things are looking, I'll have to have this one out via c-section as well (any day now--this kid is huge!). Any advice on when/how to (and in what order) add various...... (3 answers - asked 10 months ago) A: I have had three c-sections in Abbotsford. It's the only way I can give birth for some reason. I am glad you have opted to do this and your doctor is being careful because my second delivery in Abbotsford when I tried to go natural I had a uterine rupture and lost the baby. With my third child it was planned and felt so great to be able to have the confidence of knowing what was going to happen, when it would happen and how it would happen. My first c-section was incredibly difficult and I remember not moving too much afterward. I could barely roll over and move. After the second c-section and even though I had the rupture I was still able to move much better than my first. And by the time I had my third I had absolutely no pain at all after that planned c-section. I didn't even take pain pills and my doctor chided me for that. I guess what I'm trying to say is that with each subsequent c-section I experienced less pain because that tissue and muscle had already been cut into. The best thing to do is to rest it for a couple of days but then you have to get yourself up and get moving. Walk slowly but not far. Your doctor will tell you everything you need to be doing as far as exercise after your recovery. Listen to your doctor. After they remove the bandages and sutures you should be able to do more. They will not release you from the hospital until you expel so that is the reason you will probably need to get moving your body. Good luck to you and I'm happy to hear you found out

Hysterectomy with Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford

Hysterectomy is a very common operation defined as the surgical removal of the uterus (womb).in Abbotsford This operation is commonly conducted in women to cure and alleviate a number of gynecological complaints. The fallopian tubes and ovaries may also be removed at the time of hysterectomy. A partial (or supracervical) hysterectomy is removal of just the upper portion of the uterus, leaving the cervix intact. A total hysterectomy is removal of the entire uterus and the cervix. A radical hysterectomy is the removal of the uterus, the tissue on both sides of the cervix (parametrium), and the upper part of the vagina. The majority of hysterectomies in Abbotsford are performed when a woman is aged between 40 and 50, however many do occur before and after this age group. Hysterectomy is the second most common major surgery among women in the United States. (The most common major surgery that women have is cesarean section delivery). Each year, more than 600,000 hysterectomies are performed. About one third of women in the United States have had a hysterectomy by age 60. Major reasons for hysterectomy include: Removal of uterine fibroids along the muscle of the uterus Endometriosis Uterine prolapse Cancers affecting the pelvic organs Chronic pelvic pain and/or chronic pelvic inflammatory disease Heavy bleedings during or between periods Today, more and more women are taking the opportunity to have tummy tuck plastic surgery in conjunction with their hysterectomy. Tummy tuck surgery, or abdominiplasty, removes excessive abdominal fat and skin from the middle and lower abdomen. Mini tummy tuck removes this excessive skin and fat from the lower abdomen only. Let's think about what these women in Abbotsford have done - they've had their babies, worked hard, and ransacked their bodies during the whole pregnancy process. They've done this and done, unselfishly, for the greater good of her family. Through all that, you can only expect them to allow themselves a reward for the fruits of their labor in Abbotsford. It's time they thought of themselves for a change!

Tummy Tuck and Liposuction in Abbotsford

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Abbotsford: making your middle match the rest of you A tummy tuck in Abbotsford almost always has a very powerful effect on an individual's self image and sense of well-being. This surgery will often put a patient back into clothes that they haven't been able to wear (or haven't been comfortable wearing) for years. Many moms in Abbotsford that I see for tummy tucks are very fit and in good physical condition, but despite efforts to 'slim down' through diet and exercise, the middle third of their body just doesn't match their more slender upper and lower thirds. As with all aesthetic surgeries, I attempt to restore a sense of harmony and balance to a patients figure when I perform an abdominoplasty. A tummy tuck in Abbotsford is designed to accomplish two things: 1. Remove excess abdominal skin and fat 2. Tighten and flatten the abdominal wall muscles The surgery in Abbotsford is performed through a 'bikini-line incision' which, for a full tummy tuck, may extend from hipbone to hipbone. For patients that need only a 'mini-tummy tuck', the incision is usually somewhat smaller, extending just beyond the limits of the average C-section scar. The suprapubic incisions used for this operation are designed so that the resulting surgical scar is hidden by underwear or a bathing suit. A full abdominoplasty in Abbotsford requires the surgical creation of a new belly button. Creating the new belly button, which is called an umbilicoplasty, is a part of tummy tuck surgery that requires a great deal of attention and finesse on the part of the surgeon. My goal is to create a new belly button that, as much as possible, resembles a 'natural' belly button. Natural belly buttons do NOT look like a perfect circle, and circular umbilicoplasty scars are a tummy tuck dead giveaway. The technique I use for umbilicoplasty is designed to create a slightly 'hooded' appearance to the upper half of the belly button, an appearance that is generally considered fit and athletic. Not all patients have the goal of wearing a two-piece swimsuit, but many do, and I want these patients to be able to do so without feeling self-conscious about the appearance of their new belly button. Tummy tucks and liposuction in Abbotsford In almost all cases in Abbotsford I combine liposuction of the hips and abdomen with a tummy tuck, in order to provide the best possible postoperative abdominal contour. Liposuction must be performed carefully and cautiously when combined with an abdominoplasty, however, as aggressive removal of fat can compromise the ultimate surgical result, and can in fact lead to significant complications such as lower abdominal skin necrosis. Following a conventional tummy tuck in Abbotsford, the normal blood supply to the abdominal skin has been interrupted and the skin now relies on circulation that passes anteriorly and inferiorly from the lateral chest and abdomen. For this reason, it is very important to limit and even avoid liposuction of the back and waist at the time a tummy tuck is performed. I quite frequently combine liposuction of other areas, especially the thighs, knees, lower legs and upper arms with abdominoplasty surgery. Many patients who carry excess weight in the 'middle third' of their body also carry it in their thighs, and circumferential liposuction of the thighs, in appropriate patients, produces a dramatic enhancement of the abdominoplasty result. The 'full' tummy tuck in Abbotsford Many women in Abbotsford, after one or more pregnancies, will have changes in both the abdominal soft tissues (skin and fat) and the abdominal wall. This usually consists of loose, flaccid skin with (but sometimes without) stretchmarks, and outward bulging of the abdominal wall, especially below the belly button. These changes occur in response to both mechanical expansion of the abdomen by the growing baby and to pregnancy hormones that circulate in high levels only during gestation. For most patients in Abbotsford with these post-pregnancy changes, no amount of diet or exercise will significantly improve the abdominal appearance. Most of these patients require a full tummy tuck, as described above. A full tummy tuck involves removal of most or all of the skin and fat between the pubic area and the existing belly button, tightening of the rectus abdominis ('6-pack') muscles from the bottom of the sternum to the pubic bone, and creation of a new belly button. Some abdominal and hip liposuction is usually performed as well. A few patients in Abbotsford have severe post-pregnancy skin and soft tissue excess that cannot be adequately corrected by means of a horizontal, suprapubic incision alone. In select patients, a vertical midline incision can be added to allow removal of skin excess in a horizontal as well as vertical direction. A great advantage of adding this incision is the ability to draw the waist inward as the tummy tuck is closed. This procedure is sometimes referred to as an 'anchor' or 'inverted-T abdominoplasty', as the resulting scar has that configuration. The technique is performed for patients in whom the resulting improvement in the overall abdominal profile outweighs the 'downside' of a midline surgical scar. The nature of the tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford that will best suit each patient is determined during the consultation and is based on the physical examination. For all patients, I draw the proposed incisions on their body with a skin marker (it washes off easily) so that it is clear what the nature of the resulting surgical scars will be. I also outline liposuction areas if that is part of the surgical plan. The 'Mini' tummy tuck in Abbotsford In some women in Abbotsford, the abdominal skin will contract after delivery and maintain a great deal of its natural tone. Abdominal bulging may be confined to the area below the belly button. In these patients, a mini-tummy tuck may be adequate, which involves a shorter suprapubic incision, no surgical alteration of the belly button, and a quicker recovery time. In a mini-abdominoplasty in Abbotsford, the rectus abdominis muscles may be tightened below the belly button only, if the abdominal "bulge" is confined to that area. If abdominal wall laxity extends above the belly button, it is possible to tighten the muscles all the way up to the level of the sternum (ribcage). To do this, the umbilical stalk is divided at its base, and then reinserted at its original location once the muscle-tightening sutures have been placed. The patient still keeps their 'original' belly button. A mini-tummy tuck generally does not alter the blood supply of the abdominal skin as much as a full tummy tuck, and therefore more aggressive liposuction of the waist and back may be performed in many cases. 'Reverse Upper' abdominoplasty in Abbotsford Not infrequently I see patients in whom there is as much skin laxity in the upper abdomen as there is in the lower abdomen. In fact, some patients after pregnancy will have fairly 'toned' lower abdominal skin, but very lax and redundant upper abdominal skin. In these situations, the removal of skin in a vertically downward direction ( a conventional tummy tuck) is not adequate to correct the upper abdominal skin laxity. Such patients are often very good candidates for what I refer to as a 'reverse upper' abdominoplasty. This surgical technique in Abbotsford involves removing excess abdominal skin vertically upwards using incisions hidden in the inframammary folds underneath the breasts. In general, this operation is best reserved for patients with fairly full or at least slightly droopy breasts, which serve to nicely conceal the inframammary folds. An important part of this procedure is the placement of permanent lifting sutures that elevate the lower skin edge, following removal of excess skin, to the upper skin edge in the inframammary fold. These permanent sutures ensure that the resulting surgical scar remains hidden within the inframammary fold. A great advantage of this procedure in Abbotsford is that the patient's original belly button is preserved, and thus there are absolutely no surgical scars that are visible when wearing a two-piece swimsuit or typical underwear (bra and panties). Additionally, because this procedure generally requires less skin undermining and thus less interruption of the normal blood supply of abdominal skin, more thorough liposuction of the waist and back can be performed at the same time. Many patients in Abbotsford having this surgery, therefore, undergo a reverse upper abdominoplasty combined with a lower 'mini' abdominoplasty, tightening of the entire length of the rectus abdominis muscles, and liposuction of the circumferential trunk - and keep the belly button with which they were born. I usually refer to this operation as 'reverse upper / modified lower abdominoplasty'. The 'Internal Corset' - a procedure to narrow the waist in Abbotsford The permanent sutures that are used to flatten and tighten the abdominal wall are typically placed in the midline. The rectus abdominis muscles, prior to pregnancy, are lined up immediately side-by-side. Expansion of the abdominal wall during pregnancy allows the muscles to stretch apart, leaving a weak layer of fascia (connective tissue) spanning the gap between the two muscles - the medical term for which is diastasis. The midline tightening sutures correct the diastasis and bring the rectus muscles back into a 'side-by-side' configuration, flattening the abdominal wall in the process. Although this midline tightening dramatically enhances the abdominal profile, it often does adequately address the fact that pregnancy can also wreak havoc on the waist, turning what was formerly an 'hourglass' figure into something that is more cylindrical in shape. For several years now I have been using permanent 'internal corset' sutures, placed laterally in the abdominal wall, that draw the waist inward and restore some of the hourglass effect of abdominal concavity at the waistline in frontal view. The addition of these sutures to midline tightening, and in some cases in place of midline tightening, has allowed me to achieve even more impressive postoperative results. Improvement of flaccid skin and C-section scars in Abbotsford I have been encountering more and more patients who through exercise, good fortune, and quite probably the right genes maintain a flat abdominal wall after pregnancy, but who have some excess skin below the belly button. This situation is actually quite common in patients who are very fit and athletic, and it can often be improved dramatically in an office procedure that involves removal of redundant skin only. I also see a fair number of patients who are content with the overall appearance of their anterior abdomen, but who are not that happy with their C-section scar. C-section scar revision is also frequently performed as an office procedure, and minor lateral extension of the C-section scar can allow some tightening of the lower abdominal skin to be performed in those patients who desire it. Abdominoplasty for Men in Abbotsford Men in Abbotsford are also candidates for tummy tucks, especially those who have experienced significant weight loss, and as a result have excess abdominal skin and laxity of the abdominal wall which generally cannot be corrected with exercise alone. In male abdominoplasty, it is sometimes possible to achieve the desired post-operative appearance by means of fairly aggressive liposuction of the anterior abdomen and circumferential trunk, combined with removal of redundant lower abdominal skin via a suprapubic incision. In many cases, this does not require enough skin excision to warrant the creation of a new belly button, and thus surgical scars are avoided in that area. Other male patients in Abbotsford with significant anterior abdominal skin excess will require significant skin excision and the requisite umbilicoplasty. Midline tightening of the rectus muscles is performed to flatten the abdominal profile. As male patients are more likely than females to have significant intra-abdominal fat storage, it is especially important for male patients to be at an ideal (and stable) weight when undergoing tummy tuck surgery. Excessive intra-abdominal fat storage can significantly limit the potential enhancement of the abdominal profile.

THE C-SECTION TUMMY TUCK in Abbotsford- MYTH OR REALITY?

'After pregnancy you're often left with an overhang,' says plastic surgeon . 'If you perform a mini-tummy tuck in Abbotsford after a C-section, you simply extend the incision and remove excess tissue to leave a flat stomach - fine as long as there are no complications with the birth.' Related Results A mini-tummy tuck in Abbotsford is very different from a full tuck in Abbotsford, which involves repositioning the belly button. And you're not going to get that post-caesarean. 'It's unwise to have any tummy surgery in Abbotsford unless you've completed your family, because another pregnancy will restretch the skin,' . 'And a mini-tuck in Abbotsford won't deal with excess fat or severely stretched skin, so it's only suitable if you've not put on much weight during pregnancy.' Er, so it's for celebs

Is it safe to perform tummy tuck surgery right after giving birth via C-section in Abbotsford?

after pregnancy, c-section, childbirth, cosmetic plastic surgery, plastic surgery, post-pregnancy belly, pregnancy, safety, Tummy tuck Can I get a tummy tuck right after I give birth via c-section in Abbotsford? Professional answers to: Is it safe to perform tummy tuck surgery right after giving birth via C-section in Abbotsford? This doctor is a board certified surgeon who is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). ASAPS is a leading association for aesthetic plastic surgeons. Learn moreSeattle Plastic Surgeon in Abbotsford ABSOLUTELY NOT! Any plastic surgeon in Abbotsford who did this combination during their American Board of Plastic Surgery exams would be immediately flunked and sent home as an unsafe surgeon. The tummy tuck surgery should be reserved for the right time - and it is not at the time of delivery. Your life is at a very unstable point at delivery and needs to settle and stabilize before taking on the tummy tuck. Also your tissues need to shrink after pregnancy to know exactly how much extra you really have that needs to be removed. Finally, please don't let your Ob/Gyn doctor in Abbotsford try to do a tummy tuck on you - some do this and they are not properly trained to do this surgery. Tummy Tuck right after c-section delivery in Abbotsford - Don't consider it! Abbotsford Plastic Surgeon There are multiple reasons not to consider an abdominoplasty right after giving birth: You have just delivered a baby! You will be spending a lot of time nursing your child and you want to be in as good a shape as possible during the early bonding time, rather than recovering from the tummy tuck. Your abdominal skin and musculature is stretched out. A lot of the laxity will resolve on its own as your skin regains its natural characteristics. If you were to remove all of the excess skin present right after delivery, you would end up with a much longer tummy tuck scar than you really needed! Wait 6 months to a year and let your body get back to normal. Your surgeon will then have a better understanding of the dynamics of your skin and can give you the optimum result with minimal scar at that time. A tummy tuck in Abbotsford is a major operation that requires a lot of your body's reserves to heal. Right after delivery, your child really needs that energy (in the form of milk, love, affection, etc.) to start growing. Don't spend it on your stomach. You might be thinking that you are already undergoing anesthesia for the c-section in Abbotsford, so why not do the tummy tuck? True, but not quite. For almost all c-sections, regional anesthesia techniques (spinal or epidural) are used to help protect your child. The zone of effect of these techniques is generally not adequate for a tummy tuck, so general anesthesia would be needed. As a rule, for 6 weeks after delivery, general anesthetics are performed only for emergency surgery!! (So even the anesthesiologists would think this is a bad idea...) No tummy tuck after c-section in Abbotsford This doctor is a board certified surgeon who is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). ASAPS is a leading association for aesthetic plastic surgeons. Learn moreNew York City Plastic Surgeon Definitely not! The tissues are completely stretched out, and you have to give it time for the tissues to bounce back. This is usually at least 6 months to 1 year after delivery. By then, the muscles will be stronger and the tissues that are going to bounce back will have. Tummy tuck after c-section is not ideal in Abbotsford Plastic Surgeon There are multiple reasons to NOT have a tummy tuck right after a c-section in Abbotsford: Your skin and muscles are stretched from the pregnancy. They will contract down significantly on their own - how much and how quickly is different in everyone, and this will dictate the type of procedure you would need. You will have just undergone a major operation in the C-section, and we don't want to add the risk of complications by performing another one at the same time. You will have just given birth in Abbotsford, and will likely not only be exhausted from the pregnancy, but will now have to dedicate a tremendous amount of your time and effort to caring for your child - this is not a good time to have an elective procedure.

C-Section Scar Removal in Abbotsford

Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford helps to flatten and shape the abdomen and waist by removing excess fat and skin and tightening muscles. The best candidates have pockets of fat or loose skin that haven�t responded well to diet and exercise. The procedure can also be useful for women with stretched skin and muscles from pregnancy. The procedure in Abbotsford takes approximately two to five hours and can be performed with general anesthesia or local anesthesia with a sedative. Recovery time ranges from two weeks to a few months. With a balanced diet and regular exercise, results are long-lasting. Abdominoplasty will likely leave a permanent scar stretching between the hips, although it should be low enough for even a bikini to conceal it. Liposuction in Abbotsford One of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in Abbotsford, liposuction sculpts the body by removing undesirable fat from areas such as the abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, chin, cheeks, neck and upper arms that have not responded to diet and exercise. Local anesthesia or general anesthesia may be used and the procedure can last anywhere from one to five hours depending on the amount of fat being removed. There are several different methods surgeons in Abbotsford use when performing liposuction, including tumescent liposuction, the super-wet technique, and ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL). In all types a tiny incision is made in as inconspicuous a place as possible; a cannula (small tube) then breaks up the fat layer and suctions it out. Arm Lift in Abbotsford After substantial weight loss, weight gain or simply from the effects of aging, skin on the upper arms can become inelastic, loose and flabby. Arm lifts, also known as brachioplasty, remove that excess skin and fat. Patients who have significant amounts of fat may want to consider combining the procedure with liposuction. C-Section Scar Removal in Abbotsford Sometimes surgery in Abbotsford may be required to improve a scar. In this case, the surgeon will remove excess scar tissue, and reposition the incision so that it heals in a less visible pattern. This scar removal surgery is usually done under local or general anesthesia in the doctor's office. Treatment in Abbotsford using special creams are applied directly to the scar. The cream softens the scar tissue and promotes healing by working on the collagen fibers and realigning them. Massage may also be recommended, especially after breast surgery. This also helps to break up the scar tissue. Scars, especially old scars, may be treated with PhotoDerm, a non-invasive, laser-like device that emits an intense flash of light that works directly on the scar by reducing the blood vessels present in the scar tissue. To try and prevent or lessen your chances of receiving a bad scar please visit Belt Lipectomy in Abbotsford This operation was designed for patients in Abbotsford who have undergone gastric bypass surgery and are at least a year post operative. Their weight loss should also be stable for more than nine months. After gastric bypass, patients feel better�but they often do not think they look better because their dramatic weight loss has resulted in sagging skin. A plastic surgery procedure known as belt lipectomy can complete their transformation. The surgery in Abbotsford is designed to remove the remaining fat and skin that remains around the entire mid section of the body�front, sides, and back. The procedure requires turning the patient three times during the procedure in order to reach the areas of the back and under the arms. Recovery takes about six weeks. For additional information, please visit the pages on liposuction and tummy tuck.

Tummy Tuck After C Section in Abbotsford

Furthermore if a mother in Abbotsford has gone through multiple pregnancies, with each new pregnancy these abdominal disfigurements only compound themselves and can cause problems with the muscle tone and even the skin's natural elasticity. The tummy tuck after having undergone a pregnancy helps the woman achieve a flatter as well as a trimmer midsection. It even helps them achieve a more youthful appearance. Women in Abbotsford who undergo cesarean sections are no different except that they also have an unsightly scar just above the pubis area. If a woman has undergone a cesarean section as their means of delivering their pregnancy then undergoing a tummy tuck can help fix this unsightly scar while at the same time remove the excess fat deposits and tighten up the damaged abdominal muscles. If you are thinking of undergoing a tummy tuck procedure in Abbotsford and you are planning a cesarean section as a means of delivery you may also opt to undergo the tummy tuck at the same time as the delivery. Since you will already be bed ridden from the cesarean section then the time that you spend recovering from the cesarean can also be spent recovering from the tummy tuck. This way when you leave the hospital after giving birth you look younger and thinner than you did even before the pregnancy. People will be in awe at your ability to regain your figure and since you only have the cesarean section scar they will not be the wiser about your tummy tuck procedure in Abbotsford .

Abbotsford tummy tuck surgery

The first step in Abbotsford: Choose a surgeon you can trust in Abbotsford Plastic surgery involves many choices in Abbotsford. The first and most important is selecting a surgeon you can trust in Abbotsford. Choosing an ASPS Member Surgeon in Abbotsford ensures that you have selected a physician who: Has completed at least five years of surgical training with a minimum of two years in plastic surgery. Is trained and experienced in all plastic surgery procedures in Abbotsford, including breast, body, face and reconstruction. Operates only in accredited medical facilities in Abbotsford Adheres to a strict code of ethics in Abbotsford. Fulfills continuing medical education requirements in Abbotsford, including standards and innovations in patient safety. Is board certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or in Canada by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada�. ASPS Member Surgeons in Abbotsford are your partners in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. Find an ASPS Member Surgeon in Abbotsford ASPS Member Surgeon Qualifications in Abbotsford Beauty for life in Abbotsford: Enhancing your appearance with a tummy tuck in Abbotsford A flat and well-toned abdomen is something many of us strive for through exercise and weight control. Sometimes these methods cannot achieve our goals. Even individuals in Abbotsford of otherwise normal body weight and proportion can develop an abdomen that protrudes or is loose and sagging. The most common causes of this include: Pregnancy Aging Significant fluctuations in weight Heredity in Abbotsford Prior surgery in Abbotsford Also known as abdominoplasty in Abbotsford, a tummy tuck removes excess fat and skin, and in most cases restores weakened or separated muscles creating an abdominal profile that is smoother and firmer. What it won�t do in Abbotsford: A tummy tuck in Abbotsford is not a substitute for weight loss or an appropriate exercise program. Although the results of a tummy tuck in Abbotsford are technically permanent, the positive outcome can be greatly diminished by significant fluctuations in your weight. For this reason, individuals who are planning substantial weight loss or women who may be considering future pregnancies may be advised to postpone a tummy tuck. Also, a tummy tuck in Abbotsford cannot correct stretch marks, although these may be removed or somewhat improved if they are located on the areas of excess skin that will be excised, generally those treated areas below the belly button. Is it right for me? Tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford is a highly individualized procedure and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else�s desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image. Abdominoplasty is a good option for you if: You are physically healthy and at a stable weight You have realistic expectations You are a non-smoker You are bothered by the feeling that your tummy is too large What to expect during your consultation The success and safety of your tummy tuck procedure in Abbotsford 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 in Abbotsford Your surgeon in Abbotsford may also: Evaluate your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors 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 in Abbotsford Prior to surgery in Abbotsford, 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 in Abbotsford: What to do on the day of surgery in Abbotsford The use of anesthesia during your tummy tuck in Abbotsford Post-operative care and follow-up in Abbotsford Plan your surgery using ASPS resources in Abbotsford Important facts about the safety and risks of abdominoplasty in Abbotsford The decision to have tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford is extremely personal and you�ll have to decide if the benefits will achieve your goals and if the risks and potential complications are acceptable. Your plastic surgeon in Abbotsford and/or staff will explain in detail the risks associated with surgery. You will be asked to sign consent forms to ensure that you fully understand the procedure you will undergo and any risks or potential complications. Possible risks of abdominoplasty include: Unfavorable scarring Bleeding (hematoma) Infection Fluid accumulation Poor wound healing Skin loss Blood clots Numbness or other changes in skin sensation Anesthesia risks Skin discoloration and/or prolonged swelling Fatty tissue found deep in the skin might die (fat necrosis) Major wound separation Asymmetry Recurrent looseness of skin Pain, which may persist Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications Persistent swelling in the legs Nerve damage Possibility of revisional surgery Suboptimal aesthetic result If your abdominoplasty in Abbotsford is performed on an outpatient basis, be sure to arrange for someone to drive you to and from surgery and to stay with you for at least the first night following surgery. Educate yourself on plastic surgery patient safety in Abbotsford Procedural Steps: What happens during tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford? Step 1 � Anesthesia Medications are administered for your comfort during the surgical procedures. The choices include intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Your doctor will recommend the best choice for you. Step 2 � The incision A full tummy tuck in Abbotsford requires a horizontally-oriented incision in the area between the pubic hairline and navel. The shape and length of the incision will be determined by the degree of correction necessary. Through this incision, weakened abdominal muscles are repaired and sutured and excess fat, tissue and skin is removed. A second incision around the navel may be necessary to remove excess skin in the upper abdomen. Step 3 � Closing the incisions Sutures, skin adhesives, tapes or clips close the skin incisions. Step 4 � See the results in Abbotsford Your tummy tuck in Abbotsford will result in a flatter, firmer abdominal contour that is more proportionate with your body type and weight. The final results may be initially obscured by swelling and your inability to stand fully upright until internal healing is complete. Within a week or two, you should be standing tall and confident about your new slimmer profile. Browse before and after photos of tummy tuck patients in Abbotsford My recovery in Abbotsford Following your surgery in Abbotsford, dressings or bandages may be applied to your incisions, and you may be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a compression garment to minimize swelling and to support your abdomen as it heals. A small, thin tube may be temporarily placed under the skin to drain any excess blood or fluid that may collect. You will be given specific instructions that may include: How to care for the surgical site and drains, medications to apply or take orally to aid healing and reduce the potential for infection, specific concerns to look for at the surgical site or in your general health, and when to follow-up with your plastic surgeon. Be sure to ask your plastic surgeon in Abbotsford specific questions about what you can expect during your individual recovery period. Where will I be taken after my surgery is complete in Abbotsford? What medication will I be given or prescribed after surgery in Abbotsford? Will I have dressings/bandages after surgery in Abbotsford? When will they be removed? Are stitches removed in Abbotsford? When? When can I resume normal activity and exercise? When do I return for follow-up care? Previous abdominal surgery may limit the potential results of a tummy tuck in Abbotsford. In women who have undergone cesarean section, the existing scars may often be incorporated into the new scar. How much will tummy tuck surgery cost in Abbotsford? Cost is always a consideration in elective surgery in Abbotsford. 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 in Abbotsford may include: Surgeon�s fee Hospital or surgical facility costs in Abbotsford 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. Learn about procedure costs in Abbotsford Words to know in Abbotsford Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford: A surgical procedure to correct the apron of excess skin hanging over your abdomen. Diastasis: Condition in which abdominal muscles have separated. General anesthesia: Drugs and/or gases used during an operation to relieve pain and alter consciousness. Hematoma: Blood pooling beneath the skin. Intravenous sedation: Sedatives administered by injection into a vein to help you relax. Liposuction in Abbotsford: Also called lipoplasty or suction lipectomy, this procedure vacuums out fat from beneath the skin�s surface to reduce fullness. Local anesthesia: A drug is injected directly to the site of an incision during an operation to relieve pain. Sutures: Stitches used by surgeons to hold skin and tissue together. Tummy tuck in Abbotsford: A surgical procedure to correct the apron of excess skin hanging over your abdomen. View a full glossary of plastic surgery terms in Abbotsford Questions to ask my plastic surgeon in Abbotsford Use this checklist as a guide during your consultation Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in Abbotsford? Are you a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons in Abbotsford? Were you specifically trained in the field of plastic surgery in Abbotsford? How many years of plastic surgery training have you had in Abbotsford? Do you have hospital privileges to perform this procedure in Abbotsford? If so, at which hospitals in Abbotsford? Is the office-based surgical facility accredited by a nationally- or state-recognized accrediting agency, or is it state-licensed or Medicare-certified? Am I a good candidate for this procedure? What will be expected of me to get the best results? Where and how will you perform my procedure? What surgical technique is recommended for me? How long of a recovery period can I expect, and what kind of help will I need during my recovery? What are the risks and complications associated with my procedure? How are complications handled? How can I expect my stomach to look over time? After pregnancy? What are my options if I am dissatisfied with the cosmetic outcome of my tummy tuck in Abbotsford? Do you have before-and-after photos I can look at for this procedure in Abbotsford and what results are reasonable for me?

Is The C-Section Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford A Good Option For Getting Back Into Shape Fast?

You see celebrities in Abbotsford nowadays get back in shape in no time and hear rumors about c-section tummy tuck procedures in Abbotsford and the like, which make you wonder whether this is a good option for you as well. Before answering this question, you need to understand what a tummy tuck involves. What Is A Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford ? in Abbotsford This is a major surgical procedure where not only fat is removed from the abdominal cavity, but also has the abs tightened by stitching it in such a manner that it creates a toned body look. This means that post surgery the stomach would be not only completely flat, but also tight as it would have been if your body responded to abs toning exercises. It takes about four hours to perform this surgery after which your body would require anything between one to three months to fully recover. The success of the surgery depends very much upon the elasticity of your skin and muscles. This is why this surgery is recommended with caution. What Happens With C-Section Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford ? in Abbotsford A c-section is performed when the baby, the mother or both are perceived in danger. The intervention would deliver the baby fast and in most cases safe saving the lives of one or both the baby and the mother. The body of the new mother is at that time fatigued with child birth and fully stretched to accommodate the baby. Performing a c-section tummy tuck in Abbotsford at this time would be like performing the surgery blind folded. This is because it is very difficult if not impossible for the plastic surgeon to foresee how the body would look post delivery and therefore he would not know how much skin to remove or how tight should be muscles be made at this stage. This means there would be no guarantee about the results of the c-section tummy tuck. Most plastic surgeons in Abbotsford would advise against the c-section tummy tuck because it is obviously not the right time to undergo body sculpture if you want to look as good as new. You would better let the body recover from the aftermaths of pregnancy with recommended exercises and proper diet first and reconsider this intervention after six months to one year if you observe that your body is unable to get back into the shape you wanted and had before the pregnancy. At such time a tummy tuck in Abbotsford would work wonders for you provided you would not plan to get pregnant again since a pregnancy would totally reverse the benefits of the surgery.

Tummy Tuck / Abdominoplasty. Refining your Silhouette in Abbotsford

A flat and well-toned tummy is a goal that many women and men strive for through exercise, diet and weight control. Despite one's best efforts, the goal of a flat and toned tummy is not achieved. There may be loose skin and skin rolls that do not improve, fat deposits on the front and love handles (sides or flanks) that just will not go away despite all your efforts at exercise and diet. In these situations, a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty may be recommended to achieve your goals. A tummy tuck in Abbotsford recontours the abdomen by removing loose skin, stretch marks, fat bulges and repairs the abdominal muscles. This restores the abdomen to a more normal flat contour that is better proportioned to your body type and weight. Are you a good candidate for Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) in Abbotsford? You may be a candidate for abdominoplasty / tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford if you feel that any of the scenarios listed below apply to you. You have loose skin or skin rolls from pregnancy. You have loose skin or skin rolls from weight fluctuations or weight loss from dieting or gastric bypass procedures. You have an abdomen that protrudes and is out of proportion to the rest of your body. A protruding abdomen in Abbotsford is usually due to areas of fat deposits on the front of the abdomen and love handles (sides) with loose skin. Often, this type of abdomen may be hereditary and does not improve with exercise or dieting. You have had prior surgery that has resulted in excess skin or accumulation of fat. For example, sometimes loose skin may hang over a Caesarean section scar (C-section) in Abbotsford; this skin can be removed through a tummy tuck procedure. Your abdomen may bulge out and be rounded or convex. This is called rectus muscle separation or diastasis and occurs frequently with pregnancy, weight loss or aging. A tummy tuck procedure will repair the muscles, restore the muscle tone and remove the loose skin to give you a flat and well toned abdomen. Although tummy tucks in Abbotsford work best for patients who are near their ideal weight for their body type and size, tummy tucks in Abbotsford may also be considered for patients who are planning to start a weight loss or exercise program. In these patients, the excess fat and loose skin may be making it difficult to exercise and a tummy tuck procedure in Abbotsford may be an option to remove this excess fat and skin to allow one to allow exercise. A tummy tuck can be considered in these scenarios as the first step in an exercise and dieting program.

Processing the c-section in Abbotsford

So it has now been almost four months since MY C-SECTION in Abbotsford, so I�ve had some time to think about it and decide how I feel about it. Really, I find that I have no strong feelings about it one way or another. Physically, my recovery in Abbotsford was only slightly harder than my recovery with my three previous uncomplicated births. I hurt a little more for a little bit longer, and getting the surgical staples out a few days after I came home was not so much fun, but it wasn�t too bad. I know that it�s major surgery, and some women really have a tough time recovering physically in Abbotsford but this wasn�t the case for me. I�ve gone over and over in my mind how we might have prevented it, and I honestly don�t know what I could have done differently. I went into preterm labor at just under 36 weeks. My midwife tried to stop my contractions (with brethine) but couldn�t. She sent me to the hospital, where it was discovered the baby was breech, so I had a version to turn her. The hospital tried to stop my labor but couldn�t. So I then labored for five days in Abbotsford and never dilated past one centimeter - probably because the baby was high and floating and not engaged. But the labor was intense. I tried everything to make it more productive. By the end of five days, I was absolutely and completely exhausted. I had been contracting regularly for days and days and was getting nowhere. Maybe someone more resolute and with a higher pain tolerance than I apparently have could have kept up with the active labor longer than I did, but I was just completely wiped out. My labors with my other babies had been pretty easy. This was a whole new experience. I have also been thinking about the experience I had with the midwifery practice I saw through most of my pregnancy. I really, really liked the women in the practice as individuals, but I feel let down by how they handled things when my labor didn�t go well in Abbotsford. When I was in the hospital in Abbotsford, they came to see me (because I was technically still their patient), but I always got the impression that they were irritated with me because I wasn�t progressing. They didn�t seem to believe that I was hurting as much as I was, or that I was as tired as I was. After the decision was made that I would have a c-section in Abbotsford, I never saw or heard from any of them again. That was it. I never so much as got a call asking me how I was feeling. They never checked to see how breastfeeding was going, or how I was doing at home. I realize that after the c-section, I technically became the patient of my OB (whom I love. He delivered my husband, two of my other three children, and all of my sister�s babies), but I still felt like they might have checked up on me. They knew I had had a hard time, and that the baby was a month early� It just seems like they would have wanted to touch base with me. I do miss having felt that I pushed my baby out into the world. That was an amazing feeling with my other children. But this simply doesn�t bother me as much as I thought it would. In fact, I keep feeling that I should be more upset about having ended up with a c-section than I actually am. I really have no grief or regrets. This surprises me. Jon and I will likely have another baby in Abbotsford. Given my age, this will probably be sooner, rather than later. And at this point, I am leaning toward just having another c-section instead of trying for a VBAC. I know that I am going to stick with my OB this time instead of using anyone else, so we�ll see what he thinks. And now an admission: my biggest regret about the c-section in Abbotsford is a very shallow one. It has really done a number on my belly - the way it looks. The scar is barely noticeable, but the shape of my belly is very different than it was after I had my other babies - and not in a good way. The idea of a tummytuck no longer seems so far fetched

Abbotsford Cosmetic Surgery for the Body: Mini Tummy Tuck, Abdominoplasty, and More

Everyone has a different body shape and requirements to enhance his or her figure. Men and women in Abbotsford, both collect fat in specific areas that are typically difficult to eliminate in spite of diet and exercise. Liposuction may be the best option for them. If excess skin is present, then a tummy tuck may be needed. The amount of excess skin and other factors will determine whether a mini tummy tuck or full tummy tuck is the best option. Also, for patients who have lost large amounts of weight from bariatric surgery (gastric bypass), an extended tummy tuck or body lift may be appropriate. The section below will outline mini, full, and extended tummy tucks in Abbotsford . Mini Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford Mini tummy tuck in Abbotsford , or abdominoplasty, is a procedure for individuals who have not only excess fat in the lower abdomen, but also unwanted skin. Here is some additional information about our Abbotsford practice's mini tummy tuck procedure: Length : 3 hours Anesthesia: IV Sedation and Epidural In Patient/Out Patient : Out Patient Potential Side Effects/Risks: Difficulties with scar healing, infection Principle Benefits: A tightened and trimmer lower abdomen, new waistline, better fit of clothing Typically, patients in Abbotsford who are good candidates for mini tummy tuck have had moderate weight loss with overhanging tummy skin, those women who have had pregnancies with or without a C-Section whose skin overhangs a bit, and those whose stomach muscles simply won't tighten enough despite exercise. Mini tummy tuck involves three steps, all performed during the same operation. These steps include 1. removal of lower abdominal skin, 2. liposuction of unwanted fat, 3. tightening of the lower abdominal wall muscles. in Abbotsford , mini tummy tuck is very popular among our patients because it accomplishes for them something they would not be able to achieve on their own, namely removal of excess skin and tightening of over stretched muscles. A mini tummy tuck is ideally suited for those whose waistline concern is from below the belly button only. If there is extra abdominal skin and weakness of the abdomen above the bellybutton, then a full abdominoplasty is needed. Mini-Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Abbotsford If you live in or near Abbotsford and would like to learn more about mini tummy tuck, please contact the office of Dr. James Vogel today. Full Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford in Abbotsford , Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a procedure performed to flatten the abdomen in patients who have more than fat contributing to the waistline. Candidates for a tummy tuck require removal of excess skin and fat as well as a tightening of the muscles of the abdominal wall. Here is some additional information about our Abbotsford practice's abdominoplasty procedure: Length: 3-4 hours Anesthesia: Epidural with IV Sedation In Patient/Out Patient: Out Patient Potential Side Effects/Risks: Problems with anesthesia, blood clots, excess fat and skin at ends of incisions, unsightly scars Principle Benefits: Flatter tummy and a trimmer waistline in Abbotsford Abdominoplasty can eliminate what exercise and healthy eating often cannot � a protruding pouch, loose skin resulting from substantial weight loss or pregnancy, or excess fat and skin that won't seem to budge. Our Baltimore, Maryland abdominoplasty patients have been thrilled with their results. Come see us to find out if abdominoplasty is right for you. Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Abbotsford Extended Tummy Tuck / Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford Also called a body lift by many of our Abbotsford patients, an extended tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty is an excellent option for those patients who have recently lost a substantial amount of weight, whether through bariatric surgery or a strict regimen of diet and exercise. Such weight loss often leaves the skin looking stretched and loose; this skin can weigh several pounds! An extended tummy tuck/abdominoplasty allows for the removal of this skin and tightens the remaining skin and tissue, leaving the body looking more toned and trim than it has in years. How do I know if I need a tummy tuck or liposuction in Abbotsford ? If you have loose skin in the abdomen or weak abdominal muscles (usually due to pregnancies, excessive weight gain, or weight loss) you will likely need an abdominoplasty. Can't I have liposuction instead of a tummy tuck in Abbotsford ? in Abbotsford Liposuction is a preferred technique for isolated pockets of fat on the legs, tummy and hips. Therefore, not all patients are candidates for liposuction. To be effective, there must be little excess skin. However, for many patients in Baltimore, Maryland, if the lower tummy tissues are excessively stretched, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is indicated. Occasionally, the two techniques can be used together. In the majority of cases, the tummy tuck is performed first and a second stage liposuction is done several months later. What is recovery from abdominoplasty like in Abbotsford ? Most patients at our Abbotsford practice who undergo abdominoplasty experience moderate to considerable soreness for a few days, but this improves quickly thereafter. Drains are used and remain in place for 7-14 days. Most people take off 2 -3 weeks from work to recuperate. Can I speak to some of your previous patients in Abbotsford who had a procedure, such as tummy tuck, and get a reference? Absolutely, I would encourage this. My past patients are my greatest endorsement. My staff will gladly arrange this for you. If you live in or near Abbotsford and would like to learn more about extended tummy tuck/abdominoplasty, please contact the office of Dr. James Vogel today. Arm Lift in Abbotsford Many patients in Abbotsford are unable to tone and sculpt their arms with standard strength training and exercise alone. Arm lift, or brachioplasty, can help these patients obtain the physique they desire. Often completed through a combination of liposuction and surgical removal of fat and tissue, arm lift can be life changing. However, the procedure is not without its risks. Scarring is inevitable, for example. To discuss arm lift with Dr. Vogel, please contact our plastic surgery practice today. What is recovery from arm lift like in Abbotsford ? in Abbotsford Arm lift is major surgery. If you choose to undergo this procedure, expect soreness, swelling, general discomfort, and other side effects. You may need to take a week or two off from work to recuperate.

Changing Medical Evidence Brings Shift in C-Section Stance in Abbotsford

If you wake up to ABC's Good Morning America, you may remember a recent story featuring UCLA urologist Jennifer Berman, MD, a frequent contributor on the "Healthy Woman" segment. This time, Berman herself was the subject. "Dr. Jennifer Berman has a request that strikes at the heart of a controversy," Diane Sawyer explained as video footage showed Berman's five-month prenatal visit to her Ob/Gyn. "What she's about to ask for is an elective C-section. She wants to have her baby surgically, and she's doing it, she says, because of her first childbirth experience and because the problems she sees in her patients after they have vaginal births." This is a story we're likely to encounter more often. Elective C-sections in Abbotsford(also called C-section on demand) are, in part, behind the skyrocketing Cesarean-section birth rate in the United States. This comes after a decade of emphasis on suppressing unnecessary C-section births, a school of medical thinking that the managed care industry wholeheartedly supported. According to "Births: Preliminary Data for 2001," by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly a quarter of all births (24.4 percent) were delivered by C-section, up from 22.9 percent in 2000. After a steady decline in Cesarean deliveries from 1989 to 1996, there has been a 17-percent increase over five years. Evolving standards of care have played a part in Abbotsford. A decade ago, breech babies were delivered vaginally, but recent studies endorsed by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommend that all breech babies now be delivered by C-section. Elective inductions, which currently account for about 19 percent of births in Abbotsford, also contribute to the higher rate. The last dip in C-section rates occurred in the late 1980s and early 1990s in Abbotsford, when vaginal birth after C-section (VBAC) was thought to be preferable to another C-section. But several years of data from VBAC trials of labor revealed substantially higher rates of fetal death due to uterine rupture. Administering oxytocin or prostaglandin gel to induce labor increased the risk even more. ACOG now discourages the use of prostaglandin gel, and Ob/Gyns have dusted off the venerable adage of "once a Cesarean, always a Cesarean." An ACOG initiative to make sure that C-sections could be performed promptly on VBAC patients also contributed to substantially higher C-section rates. The so-called "immediate availability rule" meant that a surgeon and an anesthesiologist had to be in attendance whenever a woman was allowed a VBAC trial of labor. Many smaller hospitals couldn't afford this and got out of the VBAC business, opting instead for more predictable � and statistically safer � repeat C-sections. "The net effect was to dramatically reduce the number of women in Abbotsford who were undergoing VBAC trials of labor," says Charles Lockwood, MD, Anita O'Keefe Young Professor and chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Yale University School of Medicine. "Without a doubt, that is the primary impetus for the resurgence of Cesarean sections." Lockwood's explanation appears to be consistent with CDC data, which show that VBACs declined 20 percent from 2000 to 2001 and have fallen 72 percent since 1996. Malpractice effectsBut this retreat doesn't account for the simultaneous jump in primary C-sections, and Lockwood, the immediate past chairman of ACOG's committee on Ob/Gyn practice, allows that the growing malpractice crisis also played a role. C-sections have become the de facto standard of care for Ob/Gyns already hammered by wildly escalating malpractice premiums and by carriers who have pulled out of some markets altogether. "I'm not convinced, but the perception is that doing a C-section will reduce your liability risk. It's true, nobody can argue that you should have done a C-section sooner if you did one from the get-go," says Bruce Flamm, MD, an Ob/Gyn at Kaiser Permanente in Riverside, Calif., and an early proponent of VBAC. Like many, and probably most, Ob/Gyns, Flamm and Lockwood regard C-sections as major surgery with quantifiable risks and that they should be done only if medically indicated. At the same time, they acknowledge that patient choice may become the decisive factor. That scenario gained credibility in 2001 when then- ACOG president Benson Harer, MD, advocated on-demand Cesareans in his organization's newsletter. Speaking for himself and not for ACOG, Harer argued that Cesarean delivery is less traumatic for baby and mother. This position had already been advanced by David Walters, MD, in his 1999 book, Just Take It Out: The Ethics and Economics of Cesarean Section and Hysterectomy. "My belief is that Cesarean birth is fundamentally superior for mothers and babies," says Walters, an Ob/Gyn in Mount Vernon, Ill. "The maternal mortality rate in the United States would go down and so would long-term morbidity in terms of injury to the pelvic floor, specifically bladder prolapse, stressed urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and uterine prolapse � for all of which, vaginal birth is the number one risk factor." Many Ob/Gyns and vaginal-birth supporters aren't persuaded that vaginal delivery causes pelvic floor dysfunction, but as C-sections become more routine, more women like Berman may decide to play it safe. Flamm expects to see an all-time high rate of Cesarean sections in the United States for 2002. Lockwood can conceive of a 50-percent rate within 10 years, but believes that natural birth eventually will come back into favor. Walters predicts that all American births will be via C-section within 20 years, not necessarily because that's what women will demand, but because of the prohibitive malpractice liability associated with vaginal delivery. "The Association of Trial Lawyers of America has put vaginal birth out of business, but nobody's actually reporting it yet," says Walters. Managed care goes alongC-sections in Abbotsford come with a higher price tag than vaginal births � about 50 percent higher, though the actual cost of a C-section varies by region and depends on whether complications are present � which raises questions about cost and resource consumption. But managed care plans � following their mantra of evidence-based practice � aren't digging in on this issue, where once they did. "Health plans have traditionally deferred to a physician's recommendation," says Mohit Ghose, speaking for the American Association of Health Plans. "That's where we have been and that's where we're going to continue to be." Often, plans seeking guidance on controversial practices look toward National Committee for Quality Assurance standards. But while NCQA tracks C-section rates, it never has included a Cesarean-related performance measure in HEDIS. "The problem with the C-section rate in Abbotsford is there is no clear and convincing evidence that says that 24 percent is better than 30 percent is better than 20 percent," explains NCQA Executive Vice President Gregory Pawlson, MD, MPH. "The best experts in the field can't decide, and without that, you can report the rate, but you can't turn it into a measure of quality." Consumers in Abbotsford are forging ahead with their own ideas about quality. "I don't think a doctor should tell us how to have a baby," said Berman at the end of her "Healthy Woman" segment on GMA. "We're able to choose whether we want laparoscopic surgery or open surgery, whether we want a boob job or a tummy tuck. Why can't we choose this?"

TUMMY TUCKS in Abbotsford. There is hardly a woman in Abbotsford that wouldn�t love to have a flatter, firmer stomach. Although many women in Abbotsford enjoy a fit, flat tummy in their teens and twenties, many find the lower abdomen bulging out after they have babies. No amount of sit-ups or dieting will get rid of it! Other women discover that as they get older an annoying, prominent fat pad develops over the lower belly. This fat can be so developed as to actually hang like an apron over the pubic and groin area, making it difficult to look good in any style of clothing. Still other women were never blessed with flat stomachs to begin with, and long to change their rotund bellies for something a bit more streamlined.

For all of these conditions there is �Abdominoplasty,� otherwise known as �Tummy Tuck.� in Abbotsford, Besides excess skin and fat, Tummy Tucks can address the stretched out and separated stomach muscles that are unique to the female sex (which by design allow for a larger abdomen during pregnancy) and which rarely improve even with vigorous exercise. There are actually several degrees of Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford. A �Mini Tummy Tuck� is a procedure designed to remove just a little excess skin and fat from the lower belly. The incision line is a little longer than a C-section incision and the procedure in Abbotsford is easily done under local anesthetic with mild sedation. A Full Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford is a more radical surgery. This procedure not only removes a large amount of excess skin and fat, but also involves significant tightening of the abdominal muscles and creation of a new belly button site (since some of the excess skin must be removed from above the belly button). The incisions are therefore around the belly button as well as along the lower abdomen from hip to hip (the �bikini line�). Full Abdominoplasty requires general anesthesia. In between the �Mini� and �Full� Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford then are the more common �Modified� Abdominoplasties. These procedures in Abbotsford are tailored to the individual and can consist of anything short of actually needing to relocate the site of the belly button to a new hole in the skin. Modified Abdominoplasties in Abbotsford may be possible under local anesthesia with sedation. A consultation with us can determine which level of procedure would be right for you. The downside of any Tummy Tuck in Abbotsford is the fact that there is no way to do the procedure without a long scar along the bikini line. In exchange for a tighter, flatter stomach, the patient MUST be willing to accept a scar there. Everyone scars differently, so how thin and delicate the final scar is cannot be accurately predicted. As with C-section scars, most women in Abbotsford can hide the scars here with their clothing or bathing suits.

Abdominoplasty - Tummy Tuck Surgery in Abbotsford Tummy Tuck Surgery Information - Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford

in Abbotsford, Abdominoplasty, also known as a Tummy Tuck, removes loose hanging abdominal skin and tightens weakened abdominal wall muscles. Because even diligent diet and exercise cannot fix these problems, each year more than 80,000 American women and men undergo tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford. Women and men in Abbotsford who have a protruding belly, loose hanging abdominal skin and weak abdominal muscles are candidates for a full tummy tuck. in Abbotsford, Mini-Abdominoplasty, also known as a Mini-Tummy Tuck, is reserved for those who have only a limited amount of loose skin or stretch marks in the lower abdomen, or above the public bone. Also, Mini Tummy Tuck does not usually involve the tightening of abdominal muscles. Therefore, it is sometimes combined with Liposuction for patients with excessive fat, but limited looseness of the abdomen. In most cases in Abbotsford, women considering abdominoplasty should not be considering additional pregnancies, or they may have the need for a second procedure to re-tighten the belly. In many cases in Abbotsford, a tummy tuck does help rid of stretch marks because it removes most of the "stretched out" skin below the navel. During abdominoplasty, the plastic surgeon in Abbotsford makes an incision that extends from hip to hip along the lower pubic area. A skilled plastic surgeon makes this incision so that the resulting scar is hidden under a bathing suit or by undergarments. The plastic surgeon in Abbotsford then lifts the loose skin off of the abdominal wall, and tightens and repairs the loosened "rectus" muscles � the muscles that normally give the abdomen its strength � achieving the effect that an old-fashioned girdle would. The umbilicus or "belly button" is disconnected from the abdomen, and reattached after the loose skin is removed. in Abbotsford, A skilled plastic surgeon not only tightens the abdominal wall, but also pulls up and tightens the thighs and the buttocks. Drains will be inserted into each side of your abdomen to remove excess fluid as it accumulates following surgery in Abbotsford. During Mini-Abdominoplasty in Abbotsford, the plastic surgeon makes an incision that generally spans only the width of the pubic area, and that is similar to a C-section incision. In both procedures, patients in Abbotsford with excessive fat in the hips and flanks may have liposuction in these areas to contour them, but not in the areas of the abdomen that are being stretched because this could cause damage to the blood circulation in those areas, leading to scarring or even skin loss. The result of a tummy tuck in Abbotsford is an abdomen that is tight and flat, a waist that is narrow and curvy and thighs and buttocks that are firmer.

a Solution for Tummy Fat Problems with C-section Scars in Abbotsford

Millions of women in Abbotsford have had C-section operations. At the time, of course, everyone's focus is on a good outcome for baby and mom! But time passes. And, even if the C-section scar itself isn't bad-looking -- fine-grained, not discolored -- women can be discouraged when the inevitable tummy fat accumulates there, producing unsightly bulges. Many of my clients in Abbotsford with abdominal scars ask if they should have a tummy tuck or liposuction in Abbotsford. Both of these are effective, but very often they're more than the situation requires. Laser liposuction -- SmartLipo -- offers an alternative to these more invasive treatments. A C-section scar provides a good example of how the overall scar/fat problem develops. Modern surgical techniques allow doctors in Abbotsford to place the incision low and horizontal on the abdomen, so clothing hides it -- even a bikini bottom. Down that low, the skin has very little underlying fat. As the scar heals, it attaches or "adheres" to underlying tissue. And that's the problem. With time, the fat under the skin redistributes itself. It tends to lodge in pockets where it's held in place and sits there, completely unresponsive to either diet or exercise. So, when the fat under our skin meets an attached scar, it can accumulate -- often on both sides of the scar. in Abbotsford, Meanwhile, through time our skin relaxes and, well -- sags. No matter how fit and toned we keep ourselves, the skin and accumulated fat can roll right over the scar. Many of my clients in Abbotsford have come to me with this situation about their C-section scars, and I've seen plenty of similar bulges around appendectomy and other abdominal scars. (It can happen to men, too. I even had the same problem myself, from an old abdominal surgery in Abbotsford, bulging on both sides of the scar.) Until recently, women in Abbotsford had three options for C-section scar fat: tummy tuck surgery, traditional liposuction, or "live with it." The first two alternatives have considerable drawbacks. (The third just isn't necessary any more.) Tummy tuck surgery in Abbotsford is appropriate in cases of significant overall sagging of the abdominal skin. The surgeon in Abbotsford loosens a large area of skin from the underlying tissue, removes a section of the skin, repositions the remaining skin to tighten and smooth it, and then sutures the incision. Liposuction in Abbotsford involves pushing a vacuum tube under the skin in several passes to suction out fat cells. Both tummy tuck surgery and/or liposuction in Abbotsford may be indicated if there's a need to remove more than about nine pounds of fat. However, surgery in Abbotsford has the drawbacks of considerable recovery time and the risk, however minor, that accompanies general anesthesia (it's prudent to avoid that risk whenever there's an alternative). Traditional liposuction also involves at least a week of recovery time and also requires general anesthesia. I have also had clients in Abbotsford who were not completely satisfied with the results of liposuction. The procedure loosens the skin, and as it reattaches to underlying tissue it can leave an uneven, rippled surface. Fortunately, there's now another alternative for C-section and other scars in Abbotsford. Laser liposuction is an office procedure in Abbotsford. After numbing the area of the procedure, the doctor inserts a fine tube under the skin to emit laser energy. This reduces the fat cells to liquid form, triggers skin tightening, and releases the scar adhesions. Another fine tube removes the fat. There are added benefits beyond removal of fat. First, the laser seals off capillaries so that healing begins at once, with little release of blood under the skin. Also, in treating the underside of the skin, the laser tightens the skin uniformly and causes it to produce extra collagen. The result: a smooth, even surface, a scar flush with the rest of the skin -- no more sagging, no more bulges. Downtime for this procedure is minimal in Abbotsford, generally only a day or two. For a few weeks, the client in Abbotsford wears a piece of clothing designed to put gentle pressure on the treatment area. And that's it! Lumpy fat around a C-section or other scar can be distressing and make clothing fit badly. If you're longing to shop for the kinds of clothes you used to buy, it's worth talking with your cosmetic dermatologist to see if SmartLipo is a good solution for you.