Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) -

Depending upon the extent of skin laxity, a tummy tuck can be designed to fit the patient’s needs. The shape and length of the lower abdominal incision can vary depending on the amount of excess tissue to be removed. Once the lower incision is made and the abdominal skin lifted, the underlying weakened muscles are tightened. A second incision is made around the navel. The upper abdominal skin is then pulled down like a window shade. The excess skin is trimmed and the skin is sutured together. A new opening is made for the belly button and the belly button passed through and sutured in place.

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 Breast Lift - 

Breast lifts are individualized using different incision patterns. This is based on:

• Breast size and shape

• Position and size of areola

• Degree of sagging

• Amount of excess skin

The most common incisions or patterns used for a breast lift are:

• Around the areola

• Around the areola and vertically down from the areola to the breast crease

• Around the areola, down to the crease, and horizontally in the crease of the breast

The more severe the sagging and the lower nipple positions require more incision to restore a youthful appearance.

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 Breast Augmentation - 

While the breast lift raises the breast and improves shape it does not increase volume. Loss of volume of your breasts is commonly associated with sagging. You may be a candidate to have implants placed at the time of your breast lift. This can effectively restore volume as well as further enhance breast shape.

 Recovery

Following the operation, you may have an abdominal binder in place with bandages on your suture line. Small drain tubes may be in place to drain any blood or fluid that collects. Swelling and soreness may be present for several weeks.   Further, you will either be in a bandage or a support bra following the lift/augmentation of the breast.   Bruising and swelling are to be expected and will resolve in several weeks. Pain medication may be needed the first several days. Your full results won’t be apparent until 4-6 weeks. Heavy exercising and lifting should be avoided for 4-6 weeks.  You may need to take off work for 2-4 weeks.  Detailed written instructions are given to help you in your recovery.