An Interview with Dr. Melinda Kimbrell on Tummy Tuck
Dr. Melinda Kimbrell is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Here the Doctor has answered some of the common questions Bizymoms visitors have about Tummy Tuck.
Q. What is a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck entails removing excess overhanging skin from the abdomen, tightening the abdominal muscles, liposuction excess fat in the flanks.
Q. How is a tummy tuck performed?
Tummy Tuck is generally performed under general anesthesia
Q. How long does tummy tuck surgery take?
Tummy Tuck surgery lasts about 3 hours
Q. Are there risks and complications to a tummy tuck?
Wound healing problems, poor scar formation and infection are some of the risks and complications to a Tummy Tuck.
Q. What should one expect after the operation?
After the operation there can be discomfort that can last up to 1-2 weeks
Q. How much does a tummy tuck cost?
Starts at about $6500
Q. How long do the results of a tummy tuck last?
Tummy Tuck should last a lifetime, as long as no further pregnancies occur or weight remains stable.
