Plastic surgery ‘before and after’ photos can be either inspiring or just plain disturbing. When you begin planning your own tummy tuck in Toronto, like many other people, you’ll probably start with viewing as many pictures as you can of patients online. Given the wide variety of body types, surgeons and techniques, you might have trouble narrowing down which photos are most useful to you and can help with your planning process.
We’re going to offer some helpful tips to use when viewing these pictures, including what to look for and what to avoid.
Look at your preferred surgeon’s photos
While it can […]
If you’re researching the prospect of a tummy tuck in Toronto, the subject of drains will likely come up. You might find conflicting opinions or descriptions of just what drains are all about. Here, we’ll shed some light on the use of surgical drains after abdominoplasty and what you need to know about them.
Toronto tummy tuck: Are you worried about drains?
Many people worry unnecessarily about the flexible tubes which can be temporarily left in place after cosmetic surgery. Lacking understanding about what they are, what they look like and feel like, may lead a person to be concerned. To explain […]
Are Toronto tummy tucks one size fits all? Not at all. Each patient we see at Edelstein Cosmetic has unique needs and goals. Luckily, advanced abdominoplasty techniques allow for very detailed customization, and you may have more options than you think to reshape your figure for good. Read on while we describe the main procedure types and who is an ideal candidate for each of them.
Mini Tummy Tucks
Also known as a mini abdominoplasty, this approach is best for those who have a little extra fat and skin laxity below the belly button, but only minor stretch marks or a pooch. […]
Planning for your cosmetic surgery is exciting. Many people are so eager to see their slim, new look that they underestimate the importance of planning and using a checklist to ensure the best possible results. All abdominoplasties are not created equal. In Toronto, tummy tuck surgery is performed by qualified surgeons, but it’s the expert, highly experienced and specialized tummy tuck plastic surgeon that you’ll want to trust your safety and appearance to. The following seven tips are critical to your safety and satisfaction.
Select A Royal College Certified Plastic Surgeon, Who Is Renowned For Tummy Tucks
A good surgeon can remove […]
Many lifestyle factors contribute to the inability of an individual to lose their stubborn belly fat and to achieve the body aesthetics that they have always dreamed about. Despite the countless attempts of dieting and relentless efforts with intense exercise plans, improvements in physique may still be insignificant. Thus, many individuals look to body contouring techniques and/or plastic surgery as a solution for tackling their unwanted body fat. Over the course of the past ten years there has been a significant increase in people undergoing body contouring procedures, specifically the traditional tummy tuck surgery. Additionally, there have been new and […]
When you’ve decided you are ready to slim your waist, flatten your tummy and get rid of flab with a Tummy Tuck, the most important first step you can take will be scheduling an in-person consultation with a board certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in this procedure. During your consultation, there will be several important questions you can ask to ensure that you are well-informed and prepared.
First, is your Plastic Surgeon board certified? Patients who choose a board certified plastic surgeon can rest assured that their surgeon has met a number of high standards regarding clinical experience, ethical training, and […]
People who are interested in having a more contoured abdomen inquire about liposuction and abdominoplasty, or tummy tucks. Specifically, they are usually interested in knowing what the differences are and which procedure is most ideal for them. It is true that both procedures can create drastic changes to the abdominal area, but there is likely one procedure that would be more ideal for you, at least to start with.
As far as liposuction is concerned, this procedure is ideal for removing stubborn fat that is centralized to certain areas of the abdomen. Liposuction involves limited scarring; only small incisions are used […]
Tummy tuck surgery can be a highly rewarding experience for patients who are troubled by excess fat and sagging skin around their midsection. And while most find the recovery process tolerable, don’t be surprised that you will also have some difficult moments. Expect to have some pain, swelling and bruising that will gradually disappear in the coming weeks.
For most patients, it takes about six weeks before they are fully back to their old routines, but you are usually feeling a lot better after two to three weeks.
To aid you in your recovery, here are some tips to help you heal:
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In Toronto, a tummy tuck – or abdominoplasty surgery can run you anywhere between $6000 and $12,000 dollars. While this may seem like quite a wide range, there is good reason for this, as there are a number of factors that go into the cost including the experience of the surgeon, the amount of tissue that has to be removed, scope of the procedure, etc.
Does the benefit justify the expense?
Deciding whether or not to go forward with abdominoplasty is a very personal decision. Those who have experienced extreme weight loss or have had dramatic changes to their bodies as a […]
We use an “invisible suture technique” for the long tummy tuck incision, which means that all the suturing is internal. You won’t see any stitches and you won’t have to come back to get them removed, either, as they are dissolvable. We do not use staples for the abdominoplasty procedure, as they tend to leave a more visible and uneven scar.
Despite this, you will still have incision lines left over from your tummy tuck. The severity and visibility of scarring can be dramatically decreased with proper care.YOUR SCAR: WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER SURGERYImmediately following surgery, the affected skin will feel […]
