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Abdominoplasty? Does anyone know how to get an abdominoplasty procedure for less than seven grand? Maybe new doctors or something...???

How long should I wait to workout after abdominoplasty & Lipo? What can I use to heal the scar fastest? I had abdominoplasty/lipo last year. I am 27 and in good health - I gained a little weight from not working out after the procedure, but it is all in my butt and legs now. I am just wondering what I can do to minimize the scar and if I can start working out again - my stomach is still numb. I also would like to know if anyone has had this procedure after a large weight loss and then gotten pregant afterwards. What were your results after you had the baby?

Is there any way to get rid of extra skin around the abdomen short of abdominoplasty? I have had three children, the last about 12 years ago. I am only 41, but I'm stuck with extra skin hanging on my abdomen. I am 5'9" and weigh about 130 pounds, but this extra skin is disgusting. Is there a particular exercise or diet regime - or even a cosmetic procedure that can reduce it without the major surgery of abdominoplasty?

Has anyone had a hernia repaired with an abdominoplasty? I suspect I have an abdominal hernia (slightly above the umbilical area) and since I will need surgery to correct it, am wondering if I can have an abdominoplasty at the same time and what type of surgeon should I consult for this?

What is the difference between liposuction and abdominoplasty? I read the text book definition, but I still don't quite understand.

Have you had a abdominoplasty procedure and how much did it cost? I am interested in possibly getting some liposuction and a tummy tuck done and I was just curious as to actual costs of everything. Did the place you go to offer financing? How did it all work? Can you share your experiences?

Will Abdominoplasty help with lower back pain due to herniate disc? I have two herniated disc L5 and S1 . I have had six children so I have extra stomach fat. If I have this removed will it help my back pain? I have had several procedures done that only temporarily helped. I don't want to have back surgery because my mom ans sister both have had it done and they still have problems. Looking for a alternative.

How do I get kansas medicaid to pay for abdominoplasty? I have surgery coming up for removal of a hernia, i would like to know if any one know how i could go about getting an abdominalplasty done at the same time have had several surgerys and severe back pain, i do believe this would help me alot.

What is the recovery like from an Abdominoplasty? I am considering this proceedure and was wondering what the recovery is like and what the variations in pricing is like. Thanks.

What is the recovery time for having a breast lift and an abdominoplasty? a friend of mine will be scheduling this procedure in the summer and is wondering when she'll be able to return to work.... any ideas? txs

When it comes to abdominoplasty, how much weight do people typically need to have weighbed pre weight loss to? get one? Like... do you have to be extrememly over weight to have the effects of loose skin necessary, or in cases of after childbirth, if you are losting 40 pounds, is it necessary if your pre weight loss weight is 160, or is it for more dangerously and extreme cases of obesity?

What was your abdominoplasty experience like (tummy tuck)? Hello, I had 5 babies in 6 years and think that I might have some loose skin that won't respond to exercise. I was thinking I might consider abdominoplasty in the future (my youngest is only 8 months old) and wondered what your experience was like. Thanks!

How long might I be off work after an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)? All the cardio and crunches and leg lifts are not working as I hoped....it will take 5 years to save for a tunmmy tuck and I may loose it by then, but this is in case I don't.

What is a realistic recovery time after abdominoplasty? For a healthy 37 year old female? Big fat children belly! May have it removed - I was thinking 4 weeks - am office based worker, at home, but need to be mentally 110% - so need to have moved on to plain paracetomol and have stopped dozing off. Many thanks. hello both of you i am in good shape - exercise a lot (am addicted to my step counter and do 13,000 a day, plus yoga when i can get there. I have had 3 C-sections so I am used to recovering from abdo surgery - the point about getting up and exercising is very true. I am thinking of having it done at the end of the year so I can take time of over Christmas (and I will get a year off cooking). Thank you x

How much does an abdominoplasty cost? Any ideas what cost and recovery time is?

Where to wear my back belt after abdominoplasty? How low should my back belt go? Should it go all the way down on my waist onto my incision? Or should the bottom of it start slightly below my navel and above my incision where it isn't agitated? if i do it this way i have about 3 inches skin below the belt showing....should i move it down and compromise the pain? also....how tight should it be?

can someone clear a doubt i havr about abdominoplasty surgery? it tightens the muscle right?. so like does that mean if u just have loose skin, and hardly any fat and u get abdominoplasty, would u come out of the surgery with really tight abs, maybe even a six pack. and can u still get nice abs if u go through aPanniculectomy (only removes loose skin doesnt tighten muscle).

is there a health insurance out there that covers a abdominoplasty? i want to know if a health insurance company DOES cover plastic surgery. my surgery would be from a emergency c-section where they sewed me up way to tight and now have this roll of fat that hangs, its quite discusting and my husband won't touch it. i don't blame him, i don't like to touch it. i am no where near jr. high, did that about 13yrs ago!! i don't think a 13 yr old would be allowed to get the surgery anyway. I am 25 , a wife, and mother, not a kid

What is the difference between Tummy Tuck(Abdominoplasty) and liposuction?

Who is the first doctor I should see when considering surgery for gynecomastia and abdominoplasty?

Were you happy with your tummy tuck/abdominoplasty? And how bad is the scar? Is it colored, raised? I am a 29 year old male who has gone from 300lbs to 200lbs. My stomach has lost much elasticity and the more weight I lose the worse it looks. I'm considering a tummy tuck but I'm worried about the scar. Not to mention the cost.

Anyone with abdominoplasty or breast augmentation? I am looking for people who have had mini or full abdominoplasty and breast augmentation. I am not looking for a "quick fix" by any means but I have issues from having 3 children so close together that exercise just won't take care of (e.g. excess skin, stretch marks, etc.). I am not 100% sure I want it yet and am very nervous and skeptical of being put under. I have heard tons of horror stories about people not waking up or dying the next day because of botched surgery. I found a doctor who is the head of plastic surgery at a great hospital and who is not only board certified but belongs to two other elite boards as well. I also know someone that went to him personally and she says that he is great. I would just like to get some info on if it was worth it, how long it takes to recover, how badly you feel after the surgery, if you have any before and afters, if you were as scared going in as I am, etc. Right now I am just looking for some info to help me make an informed decision.

what to expect after abdominoplasty? Healing Wise? What did you do to keep scarring to a minimal or how to you get your scar to heal flatter and smoother?

what is the difference between an abdominoplasty and a panniculectomy? Average cost for each?

Are abdominoplasty's as successful as everyone makes them out to be? Over the past two years I have lost a total of 150 pounds and now have a large flap of extra skin around my stomach. We're contemplating an abdominoplasty, I've even seen a surgeon who called me a "perfect candidate." However, I'm worried about the whole floating belly button thing, and if I do become pregnant in the years to come will it effect my pregnancy? And if anyone knows any ways to get the insurance company to help pay for it, any info at all would be much appreciated!

why would a plastic surgeon not do abdominoplasty at the same time he does liposuction?

Anyone speak japanese; looking for translations to Abdominoplasty, Mastoplexy, and Liposuction.? I have a penpal who speaks english as her 2nd or 3rd or what ever language. She's pretty good in english, but there are a few items I mentioned to her and she does not understand. I went to an online translation site and nothing came up when I typed in Abdominoplasty, Mastoplexy, Tummy Tuck, or Breast Lift. Can someone help me out? Please, only serious people, who know Japanese.

where is the best country to travel to for a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)? I am saving to go next summer but need some advise thanks

What is the cost of Abdominoplasty - Tummy Tuck surgery ?

having a baby after abdominoplasty? Has anyone out there had a child AFTER an abdominoplasty? (tummy tuck) I cant find any information on the internet about this.

After abdominoplasty, how long should you have the drains coming from the wound?

I just underwent an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) .I Would like to know what to eat for fast healing of scars?.? I am a 2 week post op abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) patient .I want to know if there is any specific type of vitamin pills/food that i should consume for a better healing of my scars on the belly. Or even if there is any specific type of cream that i could put on the scar. whatever recommendations is appreciated.

Abdominoplasty versus panniculectomy - which is better? What are the advantages / disadvantages of abdominoplasty versus panniculectomy? I'm considering both procedures.

I've had an abdominoplasty 2 months ago and now I have pain in the naval area quiet often. Is this normal?

Anone who has had an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)? After losing 70lb ijn weight, I have been left with alot of loose skin on my stomach. I have tried excersing and all sorts of lotions and potions to get rid of it but it just wont budge. I am considering abdominoplasty in order to rid me of this horrible apron of skin but I am jusy wondering what your experiences where of the operation and aftercare, and if you would recomend it.

I had abdominoplasty and now have a large wound across my belly that looks like a burn. What could cause this?

should I have lipo and abdominoplasty or gastric bypass surgery? I'm about 60-70 lbs overweight but at th same time although I am able to lose the weight i cannot keep it off and after having four children my skin is not as tight as it should be. My love handle has converted itself into a pouch and its very visible,I have to hide it with long blouses but I'm not sure about having the lipo done if in the end i'm going to be fat again.

To those who have had it done, what is your experience of tummy tuck, (abdominoplasty) ?

What does a tummy tuck involve that a abdominoplasty does not? Also, what about this new "mommy makeover"?

Has anyone ever had Abdominoplasty? I am in the process of losing 150 lbs. I have lost 75 so far, and I do not plan on getting the surgery unless I really need it. I have alot of stretch marks from being overweight and do not expect my skin to fully "shrink back to an ideal shape after reading stories of people in similar situations. I have read that the scar left on the adomen will eventually fade? anyone have experience with this procedure?

what is the general recovery time for abdominoplasty?

Has anyone out there had a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and if so what were your results?

i wangt to have a Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) done but i want to have kids iam only 20 years old is it ok? i have lose over 60 pound and i have alt of extra skin its gross i think it will fix my problem but i am scared if i want kids can i have them after i have had a Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) i dont plan on having kids till iam 26 or older so do you think it is ok ......

how many sizes did you drop after abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty without liposuction? At the surgeons office they highly recommended getting liposuction around the waist, along with my tummy tuck. I'm not very big at all, but I do have a bit of fat. Would it be okay if I skipped the liposuction? The lady at the office said that it might be puffy on the sides if i didnt get the lipo, like a muffin top. Is this true.

Has you ever had abdominoplasty??? How was it? Good results?

What excersises are the best for inner and outer thighs to tone and shape? I had gastric bypass and have lost a 100 lbs. presently i am recovering from abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) I am now happy with everything, except my horrible thunder thighs. I am determined to tone my inner and outer thighs. What are the best exercises to do this?

What happens to your stomach if you have had a tummy tuck and get pregnant? I know this sounds like a fairly stupid question but I am just looking for some extra info from people who have hopefully gone through this. I have had 5 previous pregnancies and a full abdominoplasty after my most recent pregnancy. I am now considering becoming a surrogate for my best friends and I'm also planning on having another FTT afterwards. Will my stretch marks be worse than they were before? Will my stomach go back to normal after my next TT? any answers are appreciated! :)

Abdominoplasty - have you had it? I would like to have abdominoplasty (or a "tummy tuck"). Any experiences out there, or anything you'd like to share? I think I need it...Also, anyone who can tell me the average cost in Ohio...I can't find this statistic for some reason.

abdominoplasty question? hi today I went for a pre-screening for an abdominoplasty my BMI was a little higher than the guideline is my surgery likely to be cancelled or postponed it is very possible for me to lose the additional weight but id need a little bit of time possibly 2 or 3 months please help im very scared about this whole thing

Have you ever had an abdominoplasty, and how did you pay for it? I used to weigh 300lb and I'm 5'9, I'm now down to about 200lb, and as I lose more and more, my belly and arms are showing excess skin and it is worrisome. I knew a girl who took out a loan to get breast implants, how can I do that? Also, how much does an abdominoplasty cost?

Male abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) results question. [how effective it is]? Okay, in short I lost nearly 120lbs in only a few short months. This was about a year and a half ago (since I stopped losing weight) and I have extra skin nearly everywhere. It sticks out extremely bad on my sides, it's very thick on my back and have a huge gut and breasts of it as well. I'm a teenage male and would love to get a nice, small, 130lb six pack going after the surgery but from what I've seen from before/after pictures it's not that tight or effective. When doing surgery do they get all of your chest (ie: back, breasts, chest, etc.) and how tight is it? I mean, will it ever be possible to come off looking like this: http://gayboythailand.com/bangkok-thailand/wp-content/plugins/singapore/galleries/japan/kat-tun/koyamayamapi468.jpg I definitely believe if I didn't have the skin I'd be around that size. I just figured of the pictures I've seen, people weren't that thin. Please, let me know. Also, any other pictures would be helpful. Thanks.

Anyone knows the history of tummy tuck or abdominoplasty??????Tnx?

tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)? ok is it ok if a 12/13 year old got one? i mean a tummy/abdominoplasty? please answer back! and how much $ does it cost?/?????

Abdominoplasty/breast plastic surgery? I am located in England and trying to find the best place to go for the cheapest prices good work, whether located on the island or main land....any recommendations?

has anyone had a abdominoplasty and did it hurt?

Total cost for abdominoplasty, including anesthesiologist fees.? First off, PLEASE do not try to talk me out of lipo. If have thought long and hard about it and I have made up my decision. I know I am an ideal candidate; my diet is very healthy and I work out regularly and diligently. I have decided to do abdominoplasty and I would just like to know the average cost including the anesthesiologist. I know depending on the area, the cost fluxuates drastically but just wondering if anyone had a round-about ball-park figure. Also, any personal experiences anyone ould like to share?

I have lost 4 stone 7lb (63lb) - Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) question? I went form 16 stone 3lb (227lb) to 11 stone 10lb (164lb) and have been left with an 'apron' of skin around my middle. I'm thinking of talking to my doctor about getting surgery but I don't have children and would like to have them in the future. Is it possible to have a safe pregnancy after yoy have had an abdominoplasty or should I just wait until after I have kids? I'm 19 at the moment and not in a relationship or thinking of having children in the next 5+ years. I have been overweight all my life until now, and to be honest I think I look worse in the mirror now than I did when I was big. I guess I am healthier but I have not got what I wanted since losing weight as I thought I would be able to wear nice clothes and things but instead I have to get bigger sizes and high cut pants so I can tuck my stomach skin into them. Excuse me, but the question is relating to loose skin - I'm not looking for a quick fix way to lose weight because as the question CLEARLY states I have allready lost it.

Age requirements for a tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty)? + General extra skin questions.? I'm sixteen years old (almost 17), and I have lost well over 100 pounds. I was around 280 at age fourteen and lost all of it in about six months or so. It's been about a year half since I've stopped loosing weight and my extra skin has not gone away. It's quite bad compared to most cases I've seen. I can literally grab hand fulls upon hand fulls of my skin nearly anywhere on my body, and have a ridiculous case of love handles in the back, which I've rarely seen in extra skin cases. It's pretty frustrating being at a good weight, and looking so much heavier and out of proportion than I actually am. So, is there anything I can do to help (lotions, bath in salt) to maybe make it go down even the list bit? I know not much changes it but the actual surgery, which brings me to my second question - is there a law age restriction? I know a lot of places require the patient to be at least eighteen years of age, but is that a personal firm thing or an actual law? Thanks for any help. For those who are wondering, I'm around 5'10 and a half, around 160lbs (although I'm sure the skin also adds on some weight, anyone have any idea how much?)

Can i sit in a chair with my back bent after tummy tuck? I had a tummy tuck(abdominoplasty) yesterday, i actually am in no pain, but was wondering if it is ok to sit in a chair so i can use the computer adn stuff with my back slightly bent or if i should just stay in my bed with my knees and back raissed. Thanks i am in no pain with a full bottle of percocet next to me. have not touched it.

Has anyone had a cosmetic surgery in a military hospital? I have an uncle and a sister working in 2 branches.Does somebody have an idea of how much to pay for an abdominoplasty?Please any women that have had one,Do Tell. Thank You,Would Appreciate It!! Upstate,NY

Abdominoplasty - Tummy Tuck ?

Abdominoplasty ----(tummy tuck sugery)? Where can i find a doctor who does that in Trinidad & Tobago? @sexy ras....it just a little to high after my pregnacy.notthing seems to work

Abdominoplasty Doctors? Where can I get a list of them?

Age requirements for a tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty)? + General extra skin questions.? I'm sixteen years old (almost 17), and I have lost well over 100 pounds. I was around 280 at age fourteen and lost all of it in about six months or so. It's been about a year half since I've stopped loosing weight and my extra skin has not gone away. It's quite bad compared to most cases I've seen. I can literally grab hand fulls upon hand fulls of my skin nearly anywhere on my body, and have a ridiculous case of love handles in the back, which I've rarely seen in extra skin cases. It's pretty frustrating being at a good weight, and looking so much heavier and out of proportion than I actually am. So, is there anything I can do to help (lotions, bath in salt) to maybe make it go down even the list bit? I know not much changes it but the actual surgery, which brings me to my second question - is there a law age restriction? I know a lot of places require the patient to be at least eighteen years of age, but is that a personal firm thing or an actual law? Thanks for any help. For those who are wondering, I'm around 5'10 and a half, around 160lbs (although I'm sure the skin also adds on some weight, anyone have any idea how much?)

Abdominoplasty(tummytuck) anyone had it? After all the diet and exercise I sill have that "loose skin" from pregnancy. (Down to 127 lbs, so I'm not "fat") So what is the procedure like? Satisfied with results? How long until you were back to work? Would you do it again?? Anything you'd do different? Thanks