Tummy Tuck Myths

[@keemasoestablished]

I was a patient of Dr. Schulman for my tummy tuck and lipo 360. I’m a mom of two kids. I also suffered from diastasis recti and an umbilical hernia. I thought I could just get lipo and that would solve my problem. Big no no, I did a virtual consultation and Dr. Schulman educated me with facts vs the myths I was leaning towards. Today I am currently one year and two months post op and I am beyond satisfied with my results. I highly recommend Dr. Schulman for his skills and overall plastic surgeon expertise.

[@jbell6404]

How are you feeling now?

[@keemasoestablished]

@@jbell6404 im feeling great 😊. I’m 1 yr and 8 months post op.

[@jbell6404]

@@keemasoestablishedThanks for sharing your experience. I've been putting off the surgery for years due to the fear of the recovery process and possible complications. I've had 3 C-section. My last 2 kids were big babies and tore my abs up. I also have a pretty large diastasis recti and hernia. How did he repair your hernia? How long did it take you to return to work?

[@chayamadhu8043]

That's good to hear. How your scar is looking now? I am very much worried about the scar.

[@keemasoestablished]

@@chayamadhu8043 I purchased his personal scar ointment that helped a lot. I am satisfied with how it healed. It’s flat and there’s no scar tissue. However I did have a tattoo around my waist. So the remainder of my tattoo can get mistaken for a dark scar.

[@rhondaclavin2264]

Wow! You are very informative, I feel better going forward with my tummy tuck . Thanks so so much!

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

You are so welcome! That's why I make these videos

[@BecomingEve]

Thank you so much doctor for doing this video! I’m currently at home recovering from my tummy tuck two days ago but this video gave me hope and motivation to stay strong during my recovery process! :) a lot of the information was so helpful ❤thank you

[@i.s.winnin]

😊 Thankyou for this video. Been trying to tell my adult children about my getting a tummy tuck. This will help them to understand the surgery and have some peace about my choice.

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

That's a major reason why I make these videos. Make sure to subscribe and also check out the video about TT recovery!

[@LuisaD93]

I’m so happy I found your videos as I’ve been contemplating tummy work for some time now and you’re close enough to me too! I’m in NJ. I will be reaching out to your office in the near future for a consultation. Ty 😊

[@lindarollocks527]

Thank you so much for being so transparent about these surgeries. I’m in the process of losing some weight. I have three children and they definitely separated my abdominal muscles. I’m in Nee York so I will definitely be contacting your office in the near future

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

come when you are ready. In the meantime, check out all the other videos.

[@andrewilliams608]

I'm all the way in Guyana 🇬🇾 how I wished you were over here 🥺

[@jlt2560]

Just past week 2 post tummy tuck and 360 lipo. Very pleased with results. My input is you MUST have help for 2 weeks, no way to recover independently. It takes time to get back to normal activities, at least 6 weeks

[@christopheraquino4711]

Thank you Dr. Matthew for your knowledge sharing. You are helping alot of patients

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

Glad I can help spread information

[@Theycallmez9990]

Very nice video. Plain. Simple and straight forward. Thank you.

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

thank you. I hope it cleared up some tummy tuck myths

[@susis1008]

Doctor, I am completely inspired by your explanation. I want to do this surgery during this vacation, but I am in India. What am I supposed to do?

[@Myster-Man-Channel]

Informative video! I've been seriously considering this for a while and now that we are done having children and I am almost 2 yrs pp, soon it will be time, just gotta save that money!

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

I'm glad you found it helpful. When you are ready for your tummy tuck, make sure to come see me!

[@avrellfrancis6785]

I would love to get my tummy tuck done is it possible that l can have it done by you doctor Matthew?

[@lothomas6389]

Thank you for this information Doctor

[@nickijaycox7773]

Hi Doc! Could you please tell me what the difference is between a tummy tuck and the skin removal surgery they do after someone has weight loss surgery? Thank you. New subscriber ❤

[@anacorrea7718]

With a panniculectomy they don’t repair your muscles and a lot of insurance covers it if it’s affecting your health or skin. Tummy tucks come with lipo and muscle repair and insurance doesn’t cover it.

[@brujalinda]

Doctor do you have any videos removing back skin? Do u perform removal skin of the back? Thanks in advance ❤

[@jovankakucinar2077]

Very helpful video, many thanks! I wish to come to your clinic.

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

you know where to find me!

[@joannawashington8254]

Thank you

[@yeseniamts]

Hi Dr. Schulman, Do you charge the same for a Tummy Tuck with abdominal muscle repair vs a Tummy Tuck without muscle repair? Are you able to tell during the consultation or that’s something you determine during the procedure?

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

The prices really depend on exactly what needs to be done for each person, so it isn't necessarily correct that it is cheaper to not get a muscle repair. These are the types of things we discuss during the consultation and I am usually able to determine during the consult if muscle repair is needed.

[@suzanneritchie7048]

I have a question, Doc ! The skin that is removed during the surgery ... is it trashed 🗑 or is it donated to burn victims? TIA , 🇨🇦

[@barbeeshayknight1976]

Love the way u explained this very detailed 🙏

[@carolyntemplin488]

Thank you for the good info!

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

you are welcome. There are more videos coming so make sure your are subscribed and have the alerts turned on!

[@DubaiShortsChannel]

Does liposuction and tummy tuck always should be done together? If the expectation is to remove pouch belly, no previous pregnancies, normal BMI.

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

It is impossible to answer that without actually examining you, but IMHO adding liposuction to the tummy tuck makes the results better. I usually do some liposuction in about 90% of my tummy tucks. I hope that helped.

[@DubaiShortsChannel]

​@@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery thank you very much for reply.

[@sjoidavis72583]

super helpful

[@michellegiles3637]

Can you get a tummy tuck and liposuction without tightening the muscles if the muscles are not separated? Why are plastic surgeons including this procedure if the abdominal muscles are not separated.? Are the reasons why because of the cost? Why charge me for something I don't need? Please explain. Thanks

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

Not sure what you want me to explain. Every tummy tuck is different. Some need more skin removal, some need muscle repair, some need lipo, some need hernia repairs, etc. If you don't need muscle repair, than you don't get muscle repair. The prices are based on exactly what needs to be done which is why prices will vary between patients.

[@Nancy_Specialz]

What if you have done an operation before during childbirth can you still do a tummy tuck

[@motherof1132]

Would you be able to sew up the diastis recti muscle with a woman whose had many many c sections?

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

of course!

[@heatherjones9190]

Great info!

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

Glad you think so! Are you subscribed?

[@adrianaperez3254]

Is it bad to get a tummy tuck if you haven’t had kids? And not sure if you will in the future?

[@smeagoltheunrealdeviant9357]

How bad is the scar tho??? i wish we could see examples of pictures post 2 months of surgery

[@kimpanis9540]

What about a polyndectomy

[@David-qt6xx]

Is there a procedure that involves tummy tuck and Chest reduction? I Was 300lbs now i am 177 i have excess skin all over

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

absolutely and congratulations on your weight loss! Excess skin can be removed from anywhere. These surgeries are common after massive weight loss. You should check out this section of my website: www.drschulmanplasticsurgery.com/surgery-after-weightloss/

[@cindybrown6536]

Can I do the diastasis hernia repair, Tummy tuck with 360 lipo and not do the belly button save? Is there a dent left here the belly button was or should be?

[@debdd7]

I’m 69 and very healthy and active. I’m 5’5 and 135 lbs. I’ve had 3 children plus age plays a factor in my low belly skin. Am I a candidate for a tummy tuck?

[@marybryan7199]

I’m 69 this November…I am 8 days post op tummy tuck and glad I made this decision.

[@debdd7]

@@marybryan7199 I would like to know more about your experience. I see a lot of young girls getting this done but finding a mature perspective/experience would be better.

[@marybryan7199]

@@debdd7 Hi Debbie, I’m 5’0” and I had gained a tremendous about of weight over the years and in the last year dropped down to 103 pounds(weight loss of 78 lbs). Interestingly I didn’t have much of abdominal pannus but the skin was in horrible condition…enough for me to search for some type of treatment. I thought perhaps a skintyte procedure would do the trick so I searched for a plastic surgeon who offered this procedure, after the consultation it was recommended abdominoplasty with plication (muscle tightening). I was quite nervous but moved forward with procedure. I am extremely pleased thus far with the outcome. I did have thoughts of am I nuts for considering this at my age? Yes I did but no regrets at 10 days post op. Debbie, whatever decision you make I wish you the best. Sincerely Mary

[@Straightjacket154]

Your 70. Jeeze. Give it up. Who cares at 70 what you look like nude?

[@marybryan7199]

@@Straightjacket154 probably better than you’ll ever will look.

[@carolyntemplin488]

Dr Schulman, I aksed my primary care physician, and she said I do not have diastasis rectus... will I still need muscle repari in my tummy tuck? Thanks!!

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

Even if there is no separation, most can still benefit from "tightening" the muscles anyway. Also, it is often hard to diagnose a small diasthasis and we have a much better look when we are in surgery.

[@carolyntemplin488]

@@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery great info, thank you so much!!!

[@mildredwebster2822]

Whats the expected cost of a tummy tuck

[@KittyNyce]

10k at least

[@klynnww.6111]

Can a good bit of fat be taken away, that I can't loose?

[@philipcabezas4522]

I have a tattoo right around my mid section, would a tummy tuck make it look different since skin is being cut off?

[@KittyNyce]

Probably

[@zanelemgidi5791]

Hi I am @ south africa oh how I wish to do tummy tuck by you Doctor

[@steeleher5952]

Dr. S 😊

[@afroozcheraghi6731]

Can ladies get pregnant after tummy talk and muscles tightening?

[@deborahc7113]

why is a mini tuck sometimes only needed?

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

Some people only have small excess skin below the belly button and no muscle separation, making a mini TT an option.

[@layaanontong7845]

Hello Dr Schulman what risks or side effects are there? What happens to the stitches?

[@shanasencio8750]

Hi doctor ,What about doing radio frequency , cavitation, vella shape and sculpting shape machine does it really help for tightening the abdominal muscle ?

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

no. None of those devices will correct rectus muscle separation

[@carriesullivan8234]

I tightened my abdominals no surgery I'll never be 100 % pre pregnancy. But it is possible do try very hard before you resort to a surgery especially in this economy.

[@taraleightaracumming6726]

Can you be my doctor?

[@DrSchulmanplasticsurgery]

maybe.... contact the office to set up a consultation

[@CordeliaWagner]

One of the main reasons I won't have children: I don't want the body damage.

[@superwoman9730]

Girl I have one year’s ago and never recover .. it’s terrible 😞

[@jbell6404]

@@superwoman9730 Do you mean the surgery or kids?

[@julieames8911]

Children will give u tremendous joy & when your older & more lonely, u will be glad u have family, having children is the greatest ❤💙joy ever..

[@motherof1132]

Your body will die eventually. No one lives forever and everyone ages.

[@juliene994]

​@@julieames8911Lol.....ur comment is a load of bs. If you are unhappy no one can make you happy but yourself