Planning for a Tummy Tuck Procedure
Planning for a Tummy Tuck ProcedureOne of the great benefits of an elective surgery like a tummy tuck is that, unlike emergency surgery, you can plan for it ahead of time. The planning process and procedure start months before you enter the operating room, but put you in the best physical shape prior to surgery, which makes recovery smoother.
Diet and Exercise
At least six months before your planned surgery, put yourself on a healthy diet and exercise regimen. Drink several glasses of water daily to keep yourself well-hydrated. If you’re a smoker, you have time to quit, since smoking can impede recovery or even preclude you from having the surgery done. You may also want to cut back on alcohol and caffeine consumption.
Research a Surgeon
Most plastic surgery procedures are considered to be elective and are therefore not covered by medical insurance. The plus is that you aren’t restricted to a surgeon in your network, as is the case with surgeries your health insurance covers. That means you can choose the top surgeons in the field to work on you. Look for a surgeon who not only has lots of experience performing tummy tucks but is also board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), meaning they meet the highest standards of education and training in plastic surgery. Among such surgeons is Dr. Hause of Sacramento Aesthetic Surgery.
Before-and-After Photos
Seeing is believing. When doing your research, look at before-and-after tummy tuck photos on the surgeon’s website. If you aren’t satisfied with the appearance of many of the photos, keep searching until you find a surgeon whose patients sport consistently good results. After all, it’s your stomach, and you don’t want average results — you want excellence.
Plan for Aftercare
Expect recovery from the tummy tuck to take several weeks. You’ll need to plan for your own aftercare needs, and that may include arranging for time off work as well as child or pet care. When you give yourself ample planning time, you should have all arrangements in place when you go in for surgery. That gives you peace of mind.
Contact Dr. Hause
Once you have performed your due diligence regarding plastic surgeons, you will find that Dr. Donald Hause possesses all the qualities you want in a surgeon specializing in tummy tucks. At your consultation, Dr. Hause will answer all of your questions and explain the entire procedure to you in detail. Contact Sacramento Aesthetic Surgery by calling (916) 646-6869 today.
