Hi, I’m considering a mini-tummy tuck. My surgoen is a member of plastic board certifcate. In your opinion, how many tummy tucks surgery should the surgeon have in order for him to qualify as an “expert” in this type of surgey? I will certainly pose this question on him, but wouldn’t know how many is enough for for to feel comfortable about his experience as I undestand tummy tuck is a one of a more serious surgey.

Thank you so much.

My dr. suggested me to start massaging the breasts after 10 days. When I do that, I could feel the edge of the implant on my left breast, On my right breast nothing can be felt. Before the surgery, my right breast was larger.

Will I continue to feel the implant or will they go away after massage? If I continue to feel it, is it something my doctor can correct?

I’m seeing my surgeon in a few days and will definitely bring up these questions to him. I just would like to get a second opions from another professional.

Thank you so much

4.5 months should be more than enough time to allow for 2 months of vigorous training.

In terms of recovery – usually revision surgery requires less recovery time. It would be impossible to know without a consultation.

I hope this helps.

First question- I want to do a marathon which would be 18 weeks away from my desired surgery date. Would this be too soon to come back training hard?

Second question- I am a full time student would I be able to be back in school on Monday if the surgery is Friday?

Thanks in advance, Andrea

There may be a small amount of fluid between the implant and the capsule around the implant and you may feel some rubbing especially with arm motion. It is likely nothing to worry about.

If it is really bothersome you can investigate having a pocket revision where the pocket can either be modified or denuded of the capsule. This may help.

Hope this helps.

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Most plastic surgeons would advise if you’re still having pain to go slowly. The pain may be from several possible sources. Sometimes surgery can take longer to heal in one individual than another… this can be especially true if there is a resolving hematoma (blood) which can make some spots more painful. In addition to healing issues it is also possible that there was some small nerve image which may be troublesome for longer periods.

Of course signs like redness, discharge or fever are alarm signs that should point you to your doctor sooner.

If your plastic surgeon is not super concerned try a bit of massage in the area that is bothering you. Also, importantly, pay attention to the pain – are there activities that cause pain? And is it getting better as the weeks are going by?

Hope this helps!

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