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Tummy Tuck

(Abdominoplasty)

• Procedure: Flatten abdomen by removing excess fat and skin and tightening muscles of abdominal wall.
• Length: 2 to 5 hours.
• Anesthesia: General, or local with sedation.
• In/Outpatient: Either depending on individual circumstances and extent of surgery.
• Side Effects: Temporary pain. Swelling, soreness, numbness of abdominal skin, bruising, tiredness for several weeks or months.
• Risks: Blood clots. Infection. Bleeding under the skin flap. Poor healing resulting in conspicuous scarring or skin loss. Need for a second operation.
• Recovery: Back to work - 2 to 4 weeks. More strenuous activity - 4 to 6 weeks or more. Fading and flattening of scars - 3 months to 2 years.
  
  

David L. Rayfield, MD 222 New Road Bldg 6 Linwood, NJ 08221

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