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Mommy Makeover-Breast Implants and Tummy Tuck

A mommy makeover is a popular term referring to improve the appearance of breast and tummy.  A mommy makeover typically involves placing breast implants and/or a lift or mastopexy and an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck performed at the same time.  The mommy makeover refers typically to women of childbearing years who are looking to restore their pre-pregnancy appearance.    Many women become unhappy with their appearance after pregnancy despite diet and exercise.  A mommy makeover can make you feel more confident and like yourself prior to pregnancy.

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An abdominoplasty or tummy tuck typically involves tightening abdominal muscles, removing excess skin and fat to the abdomen as well as liposuction to your love handles.  A pain pump is placed at the time of surgery for patients at Robbins Plastic Surgery.  A pain pump drips numbing medicine into your abdominal muscles after they are tightened for the first 3 days.  This makes a big difference for patients in their level of comfort following surgery.  The incision from a tummy tuck is hidden and not visible when wearing bathing suits and underwear.  You will wear a compression binder for 6 weeks following surgery.  This can be hidden under clothes when you are out and about after surgery.

A breast augmentation is the placement of silicone or saline breast implants to improve volume and shape to the breast.  Typically, the implants are placed under the pectoral muscle to achieve a more natural look.  The incisions are hidden in the crease of the breast are not visible in a bathing suit or bra.  Some women who have had children and breastfed require a lift or mastopexy to improve the appearance of the breast.  A lift or mastopexy can require longer scars that are not visible in bathing suits or bras.

You will want to wait until after you are finished having children and breastfeeding before proceeding with a mommy makeover.  This will give you the optimum results by waiting until family planning has been completed.  Following a mommy makeover, you will not be able to lift over 8 pounds or perform any strenuous or vigorous activity for the first 3 weeks.  You may resume normal activities after the first 3 weeks.  Most patients are taking pain medication for the first week and then following that are taking over the counter pain medication.  You will need help with children for the first week following surgery as most patients are not able to lift or drive the first week. Then after the first week most people are resuming activities are, they can tolerate.

A mommy makeover, when performed by a skilled plastic surgeon can give you lasting and rewarding outcome.  It is always important to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon when deciding to have a mommy makeover.  Dr. Chad Robbins is a board-certified plastic surgeon who trained at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.  Be sure to review before and after pictures of mommy makeover before choosing a plastic surgeon for you.  Call Robbins Plastic Surgery today at (615) 401-9454 to schedule a consultation to see if a mommy makeover is right for you!

Join Us for Our Fall Fling

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It only happens once a year at Robbins Plastic Surgery……It is our Fall Fling on Thursday, September 19, 2019 from 5pm-7pm.  Have you been dreaming about finally having that surgery you’ve always wanted?  Well, now is the time to do it!  On Thursday, September 19 we are offering 15% off breast augmentation and tummy tuck or abdominoplasty.  That’s right you heard me….15% off!  You don’t want to miss this fun night filled with lots of goodies!  We are offering discounts on Botox®, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, fillers, and 25% off all skincare products that evening.  We will be having wine, lots of yummy food and desserts as well as an informative evening with Dr. Chad Robbins.  We will be discussing tummy tuck, breast implants as well as fillers and Botox® and Dysport® and so much more! Bring a friend to receive a $50 MediSpa gift certificate to be used to any of our MedSpa services that includes Botox®, Dysport®, VI Peel® and much more!  We’ll be hosting Stella & Dot® jewelry as well as exclusive artwork by Jean Davis.  It will be a fun night filled with plastic surgery, jewelry, art and wine!  We will be offering a raffle for FREE Botox®, FREE Dysport®, FREE filler, FREE VI Peel®, FREE Jeuveau and FREE Stella & Dot® jewelry!  Bring your girlfriends and spend the evening with us at Robbins Plastic Surgery. We can’t wait to see you!

Join us on September 19, 2019 and check out our new office space and surgery center at our new location at 503 Spruce Street.  You don’t want to miss this fun filled evening at Robbins Plastic Surgery.  We promise you won’t be disappointed.  Hurry today to RSVP for this event at (615) 401-9454 or email us at receptionist@robbinsplasticsurgery.com.

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Is a Tummy Tuck Weight Loss Surgery?

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Many people confuse a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty with weight loss surgery like gastric bypass, lap band or gastric sleeve surgery.  Weight loss surgeries like these listed above are to help you lose weight.  A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is surgery to remove the excess skin after you’ve lost the weight.  So, with that being said, these surgeries do very different things in the end.  Dr. Chad Robbins recommends reaching your goal weight prior to surgery so that you can achieve the best aesthetic outcome.

Is the goal of a tummy tuck to lose weight?

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No, tummy tuck or an abdominoplasty is not a weight loss surgery and the goal is not to help or kick start your weight loss journey.  Living a healthier lifestyle prior to your abdominoplasty or tummy tuck can help you achieve your best results after surgery as well as aid in a good and speedy recovery.  Being at your healthiest weight does lower your risk for complications following any surgery.

A tummy tuck or an abdominoplasty removes excess skin and abdominal fat during the surgery.  Liposuction is performed to the love handle areas to give your nice shape and contouring.

Overall, you cannot rely on an abdominoplasty to help with any weight loss issues.  Always see a board-certified plastic surgeon when choosing to have plastic surgery.  Review before and after pictures of tummy tucks as well before choosing a plastic surgeon.

Check out more blogs and before & after pictures at www.robbinsplasticsurgery.com of abdominoplasty and the 5 truths you need to know before having your abdominoplasty or tummy tuck.  Dr. Chad Robbins was voted the best Nip and Tuck surgeon in Nashville.  Call today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Chad Robbins!  It’s never too late to find out if a tummy tuck is right for you!

 

The Truth About a Tummy Tuck

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The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reports an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck as 5 of the most popular cosmetic surgeries performed each year. An abdominoplasty is also known as a tummy tuck reshapes and flattens the abdominal area. A tummy tuck also removes excess skin and fat as well as tightening of abdominal muscles. The abdominal muscles can stretch during pregnancies and do not come back together unless they are surgically brought back together. The results will give you a flatter and more contoured shape following an abdominoplasty.

The scar for a tummy tuck is typically low and hidden in bathing suits and underwear. Stitches are dissolvable, so there are no stitches to remove from the incision. With a tummy tuck, the pubic area fullness is reduced as well as lifted. The belly button scar is concealed inside the belly button so there are no visible scars on the outside that would be visible at the beach or pool. Liposuction is included with an abdominoplasty to the love handle or flank areas. This achieves a more defined and better contour to the abdominal and flank area.

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You may resume full physical activities following an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck 3 weeks after surgery. Which means you can be back to running, jogging, yoga and taking care of your children after 3 weeks!

It is best to wait until after you are finished having children and/or have achieved your goal weight before proceeding with an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck. This will allow you to achieve your optimal results.

Dr. Chad Robbins is a Mayo trained and board-certified plastic surgeon in Nashville, TN. Check out Dr. Chad Robbins amazing before and after results of an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck at www.robbinsplasticsurgery.com .  Dr.  Chad Robbins was voted the best Nip and Tuck Surgeon in Nashville and he can help you achieve your desired results. Call us today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chad Robbins at (615) 401-9454 to determine if a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is right for you!

Summer Confidence: The Truth Behind a Tummy Tuck

It’s that time of year where kids are out of school and summer has begun!  Feeling confident at the pool and beach can be a daunting task as we try and conceal unwanted fat and the tummy bulge.  Or maybe you just want to reach that pre-pregnancy weight or get rid of the excess skin and fat that doesn’t seem to go away with diet or exercise.  An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck is a surgery performed in the hospital but does allow you to go home the very same day.  During an abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck) the abdominal muscles are tightened and the excess skin and fat to the tummy are removed.  Liposuction is included with an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck so that patients can achieve the best body contouring results. Oral pain medication as well as pain pump are provided for post operative discomfort.  Check out Dr. Chad Robbins, a Mayo trained surgeon, and his amazing before and after results of a tummy tuck!

Where are the scars for an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck?

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The scars for this surgery are very low and are always concealed in bathing suits and underwear. The incision is made from hip to hip and an incision inside the belly button. All stitching for this surgery are done underneath the skin.  There are no visible sutures on the outside of the skin.

What is a diastasis rectus?

This is a separation of the abdominal muscle.  These muscles can separate during pregnancy, weight gain, weight loss or aging.  These muscles do not come back together unless they are surgically brought back together.

Can a hernia be fixed at the time of a tummy tuck?

The answer is yes, a hernia can absolutely be fixed at the same time!

How long does a tummy tuck take in the operating room?

An abdominplasty or tummy tuck can take anywhere from 2-3 hours and sometimes less.  This variance in times depends on the patient and their body type.

What does recovery look like after a tummy tuck?

Patients typically need approximately 2-3 weeks to recover following a tummy tuck.  A compression garment (think Spanx® or binder) is worn for approximately 6 weeks following surgery to decrease the amount of swelling after a tummy tuck.

How do I know if a tummy tuck is right for me?

Call today to schedule your consultation with Nashville’s Best Nip and Tuck surgeon, Dr. Chad Robbins.  Your time spent with Dr. Robbins and his staff will include walking each patient through the steps of recovery, a detailed explanation of the surgery and education for family and patient.  Dr. Chad Robbins’ honest and natural approach to a tummy tuck has rated him Nashville’s Best Nip and Tuck surgeon. 

Let Dr. Chad Robbins and the staff at Robbins Plastic Surgery give you the confidence to put that bikini on this summer!

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