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Can You Get a Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss Surgery?

You’ve undergone bariatric surgery and lost a lot of weight – congratulations! This is a great accomplishment, but you might now be struggling with excess, sagging skin that is physically uncomfortable and emotionally discouraging. A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, can be an effective solution. At Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Maria Lombardo performs tummy tucks to enhance […]

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Mini Tummy Tuck vs Full Tummy Tuck: Which Should You Choose?

A tummy tuck is a transformative procedure that can help you achieve a firmer, flatter stomach. Patients can choose from a few different forms, including a mini tummy tuck and a full tummy tuck. How do you know which is right for you? Dr. Maria Lombardo, a cosmetic surgeon and board-certified general surgeon, performs both procedures at

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Surprising Medical Benefits of a Tummy Tuck

If you’re considering a tummy tuck, you may be wondering about its medical benefits beyond just cosmetic improvements. The medical benefits of a tummy tuck extend into several areas that can positively impact your overall health and well-being. Improved Core Strength A key medical benefit of a tummy tuck is the improvement in core strength. After

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When Can I Resume Exercise After a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck is often an excellent way to create a smoother and firmer abdominal profile. While the procedure is typically straightforward, recovery time is necessary. Many patients wonder when they can return to their normal activities, including exercise. Understanding the proper recovery timeline is crucial to maximizing the benefits of the procedure while minimizing the risk

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Before And After Your Tummy Tuck

From pregnancy to weight loss, the excessive skin just can’t seem to snap back in place. You’ve done the hard work and it can be totally understandable to be frustrated that your body won’t put in half the effort! Maybe you’ve tried the at-home remedies from essential oil blends to smelly creams and even some

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The Fastest Way to Recover from a Tummy Tuck: Preparing for a Smooth Recovery

Tummy tucks, or abdominoplasty, are cosmetic surgical procedures that remove excess fat and skin from the abdomen to be firmer and flatter. While tummy tuck surgery can have significant aesthetic benefits, it is also important to consider the recovery process that follows the surgery. Getting back to normal after a tummy tuck requires patience, dedication,

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What To Expect After A Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the United States. It’s estimated that more than 300,000 women undergo this procedure each year. The goal of a tummy tuck is to remove excess fat and skin from around your abdomen, along with tightening of the muscles and

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Let’s Talk about Tummy Tuck Scars

Having cosmetic surgery of any kind is a big decision. Just about every procedure that a surgeon performs, they do so through incisions that can be well hidden with clothing. The tummy tuck is no exception. Dr. Lombardo is well aware of the nature of healing and how scar tissue forms to repair any kind

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How Painful is a Tummy Tuck?

The midsection is notoriously difficult to tone and tighten once it has gone awry. The muscles and skin that cover the abdominal area are susceptible to numerous changes. With age, the skin loses resilience and can sag. With weight changes and pregnancy, the abdominal muscles stretch and loosen. These changes can be immensely difficult to

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Tummy Tuck Surgery: Full or Mini?

Tummy tuck surgery, or abdominoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure known for the way it sculpts the midsection. When someone uses the term tummy tuck, they may envision a particular procedure. In reality, tummy tucks are customized procedures. In addition to the traditional, full tummy tuck, Dr. Lombardo performs mini tummy tuck surgery in applicable

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