Abdominoplasty New York City - Surgery Of The Abdomen
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After your abdominoplasty surgery
For the first few days, your abdomen will probably be swollen and you're likely to feel some pain and discomfort which can be controlled by medication. Depending on the extent of the tummy tuck surgery, you may be released within a few hours or you may have to remain hospitalized for two to three days.

Your doctor will give you instructions for showering and changing your dressings. And though you may not be able to stand straight at first, you should start walking as soon as possible.

Surface stitches will be removed in five to seven days, and deeper sutures, with ends that protrude through the skin, will come out in two to three weeks. The dressing on your incision may be replaced by a support garment.

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Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Patient Information  
Highlights: About Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
Options for Pain Control
Preparing for Surgery
Stop Smoking
Pre-operative Instructions
Post-Operative Care
Activity Restrictions
Recovery Time
Resuming Normal Activities

Pre-operative Instructions  
Post-operative Instructions  
FAQs on Recovery From Plastic Surgery
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