2009
Posted in "Secrets" of Cosmetic Surgery, Body Contouring, October 21st, 2009 | Posted by Dr. Michael Kreidstein
Patients often express surprise that they will not require drains after their abdominoplasty/tummy tuck. Although some surgeons continue to use drains, our experience over the past 10 years matches published reports in which drains can be eliminated if certain steps are taken during surgery. Most importantly, we place ‘progressive tension sutures’ to attach the skin back to the muscle layer. Not only does this close the space that would otherwise accumulate blood/fluid, but it allows the final wound edge closure to occur without tension. This helps to prevent the scar from riding up (above the bikini line)after surgery, and may prevent scar problems that arise from excessive tension.
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FurlNovember 9th, 2009 at 6:53 pm
I need a tummy tuck, have had eight pregnancies, 6 live children, my breasts sag and my inside thighs are horrible cottage cheese.
I am only 42, and feel terrible about myself.
How much would it cost for at least the tummy tuck?
Is it better to do it in Montreal, as I live outside Montreal and who would you recommend?
thanks
November 15th, 2009 at 8:04 pm
Hi Tori,
As wonderful as it is to have children, pregnancy can take a terrible toll on your body.
In our practice, a tummy tuck can range in price from $3500 to $9000, depending on the extent of the necessary surgery.
In general, it is better to have surgery within an hour of where you live. In this way, you are able to readily access your surgeon for scheduled and (rarely) emergency visits. That said, we have operated on patients from around the world, and after 5 days it should be safe to return to Montreal and then day trip for any further follow-up.
Good luck!
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