| Despite the fact that plastic surgery procedures are | | | | - Lay with your knees slightly bent to prevent pulling or |
| completely elective in most cases, they are still major | | | | strain on the incision area. |
| surgical procedures. A tummy tuck, which is one of the | | | | - Do not exercise for 4 to 8 weeks after surgery. |
| most popular plastic surgery procedures performed, is | | | | - Do not do any activity that causes pain or |
| just as risky as any other surgery. | | | | discomfort. |
| When you decide to get a tummy tuck you have to | | | | - Avoid showering or taking a bath until drains are |
| be aware of the risks involved. You have to | | | | removed. This could increase the chance of infection. |
| understand how to care for yourself after the surgery | | | | - Watch for signs of infection which include, excess |
| to reduce these risks. | | | | swelling or drainage, redness or a hot feeling. |
| Common surgical risks include excessive blood loss, | | | | - Report any concerns to your doctor immediately. |
| infection and scarring. To help reduce your chance of | | | | - Be aware pain and discomfort will be normal for the |
| experiencing these problems you have to make sure | | | | first one or two weeks. After that consult your doctor |
| you fully understand what your responsibilities are | | | | if pain and discomfort do not reduce or suddenly come |
| during the recovery process. | | | | back. |
| To begin with you should choose a skilled and certified | | | | - Eat healthy to promote healing. |
| surgeon to perform your operation. It can be tempting | | | | - Avoid disturbing surgical tape. |
| to try and find a deal but that is very risky. By going to | | | | Keeping yourself healthy and reducing your chances |
| a surgeon who is not skilled and certified you are at a | | | | of complications after your tummy tuck are your |
| greater risk of developing complications and having | | | | responsibility. Your surgeon can only be responsible for |
| problems. | | | | what occurs in the hospital. Once you leave the |
| After surgery you can quickly develop problems if you | | | | hospital you have to follow your doctors orders. You |
| do not follow the orders of your surgeon. The following | | | | have to make sure you are doing your part to aid in |
| are things you should keep in mind during your | | | | your recovery. Most complications that occur once a |
| recovery: | | | | patient leaves the hospital are a direct result of their |
| - Walk around every hour to prevent blood clots. | | | | own actions. |