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About Tummy Tuck
A Tummy Tuck is also known as an Abdominoplasty
From mothers who are done having children, to men and women who have lost a significant amount of weight, a tummy tuck (as well as a “mini tummy tuck”) can be the perfect surgical solution to help restore a smoother & slimmer profile.
Once you’ve decided that the tummy tuck procedure is the best fit to properly address your unique needs and concerns, your surgeon and the medical team will have a conversation with you about your recovery during the pre-op appointment and on the day of your surgery.
The recovery period after abdominoplasty surgery is vital to achieving your long-term aesthetic goals – as the surgery itself. If you are not sure where to start, ContourMD® is here to help. The design of our tummy tuck compression garments are tailored to compliment your aesthetic goals and individual anatomy. ContourMD© provides high-quality tummy tuck compression garments that will cater to your individual needs with compassionate comfort, body contour and soothing relief to the skin.
The Stages of Healing
Learn about the stages of healing and what your body goes through after surgery to understand why the right tummy tuck compression garment is critical to reaching the results you are looking for.
Stage I Garment
1-2 weeks after surgery
The healing process begins immediately after your abdominoplasty surgery.
Once the procedure is finished, bandages, a compression garment and surgical drains are placed and adjusted to ensure proper fit by the surgeon or someone from the medical team. It is very beneficial to rest, relax, and let your body heal properly after surgery.
A Stage I tummy tuck compression garment promotes healing by lessening the amount of fluid build-up, reducing swelling, and preventing bruising. It can provide stability to the treated areas, while also keeping the surgical site together. This will improve the outcome of the body’s contour, and minimize the appearance of scarring. The compression garment will also reduce the risk of infection. During Stage I, you should wear this garment at all times, except when you’re either bathing or in the shower.
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Stage II Garment
2-8 weeks after Stage I
Gradually, as you recover you should notice less and less fluid in the tissues.
This is when you will want to switch to Stage II for your tummy tuck compression garments.
A Stage II compression garment will help in keeping optimal compression on the treated area(s). This should improve your comfort level significantly, so you’re able to return to some lighter activities. Before your surgery, your plastic surgeon will go through all of this with you, and will also be given detailed post-op instructions. If instructions are followed and your abdominoplasty garment is properly worn, there will be noticeable and immediate improvement. It is crucial to wear your compression garment after surgery to achieve optimal results.
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Stage III Garment
1-4 weeks after Stage II
Many patients aren’t ready to end the garment process, so they choose to wear a Stage III garment for comfort and to optimize their results.
This stage is about maintaining an overall look and feel that is desired by the patient. Stage III garments, also known as Shapewear are mainly worn by patients who want their most desired look.
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Benefits
A tummy tuck compression garment can provide optimal results for your body’s contour. It can minimize the appearance of scarring and help reduce complications. However, depending on the surgical techniques, your aesthetic goals and individual anatomy, the healing process can vary widely between patients.
Some of the overall benefits of wearing a tummy tuck compression garment includes improving blood circulation, managing fluids, optimizing and decreasing recovery time, less pain and discomfort during the healing process, reducing swelling and bruising, and shaping and contouring your results.
ContourMD© compression garments are designed to comfortably assist in your journey to recovery.
Abdominoplasty Surgery
Abdominoplasty surgery is performed under general anesthesia, and can last between 1-5 hours.
When your surgical procedure is finished, a compression garment and surgical drains are placed by the surgeon or someone from the medical team. The surgeon prescribes pain medication(s) to minimize any discomfort after surgery. Patients will experience some swelling and bruising, but this will subside within a few weeks. Depending on your surgeons instructions, it usually takes around six to eight weeks to recover. It is also important to refrain from any strenuous activity for a minimum of six weeks or more.
What is a Tummy Tuck?
A full tummy tuck removes excess fat and loose skin above and below the belly button. It also restores muscles that may have been separated during a previous pregnancy. Some patients may also opt for a “mini tummy tuck” which addresses only excess skin and fat below the naval. Between these two techniques, tummy tucks are one of the most popular plastic surgeries in the US, with thousands of new patients each year! After a tummy tuck surgery, both men and women enjoy a smoother, flatter stomach, which can help them feel younger and more self-confident.
Abdominoplasty surgery can manage and help with the following cosmetic concerns:
Recover in Comfort™
ContourMD® has more than 30 years of experience in the medical industry of post-surgical compression garments.
We have effectively helped and catered to the recovery of patients during their surgical procedures, and the management of chronic medical conditions. ContourMD® is the leading and premier source for compression garments. Our surgical garments are trusted by numerous surgeons, physicians, medical professionals and patients across the country. We are highly known for exceeding expectations and understanding both compression technology and the recovery process.
ContourMD® is proud to offer high-quality compression garments with insightful features to achieve optimal results in less time during the recovery process, while also reducing unwanted side effects and risks. The compression garments at ContourMD® fit every defined curve and subtle contour of the body, giving patients complete comfort and relaxation after surgery. Contact us today to learn more about our compression garments for abdominoplasty surgery.
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