Category Archives: Tummy Tuck

How To Sleep After a Tummy Tuck for Optimum Rest

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Getting good, restful sleep after your tummy tuck surgery is vital to your recovery. Studies show that post-op patients who enjoy quality sleep usually experience less pain and heal more quickly than those who sleep poorly. Still, sleeping well after surgery can be a challenge. General anesthesia, pain medication, and a host of physical reactions …

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How Long To Recover From Tummy Tuck Surgery: Answers to Your Top FAQs

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If you are navigating tummy tuck recovery or expect to be soon, your board-certified plastic surgeon is the best resource for your questions. Tummy tuck recovery can be daunting as your incisions are in a prominent place and will make your midsection feel very tight. However, following your surgeon’s recommendations carefully will help you through …

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Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, or Both? How to Choose the Right Procedure

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Many men and women struggle with loose skin or excess fat that collects around the midsection. Luckily, there are two trusted ways to sculpt the body: liposuction and tummy tuck surgery. As a plastic surgeon in Staten Island, I’ve helped countless patients tone and contour their midsections through the power of these procedures. Both options …

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Tummy Tuck, BodyTite & CoolSculpting: Your Options for Slimming Down a ‘Dad Bod’

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While some men proudly embrace the “dad bod” trend, others aren’t so thrilled about the way they look as they get older. I frequently meet with men interested in exploring body contouring options, from a tummy tuck to BodyTite. Men from Brooklyn, Staten Island, and surrounding communities have plenty of options for achieving trimmer, healthier-looking …

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