Tummy Tuck Scarring: What Patients Should Understand by Dr Michael Kernohan

Tummy Tuck Scarring: What Patients Should Understand

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) reshapes the abdomen by removing excess skin and, in many cases, tightening underlying muscle. Because it involves incisions, scarring is an unavoidable part of the surgical process. Understanding how scars form, where they are placed, and what influences their appearance is essential for setting realistic expectations. Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic
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Tummy Tuck Recovery Timeline: What To Expect After Surgery by Dr Michael Kernohan

Tummy Tuck Recovery Timeline: What To Expect After Surgery

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a surgical procedure that reshapes the abdomen by removing excess skin and fat and, where indicated, repairing abdominal muscles. Like any surgery, understanding the recovery process is a key part of planning and setting realistic expectations. Each stage of healing involves distinct changes in swelling, activity tolerance, sensation and gradual
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Surgery for Muscle Separation Repair After Pregnancy by Dr Michael Kernohan

Surgery for Muscle Separation Repair After Pregnancy

Pregnancy causes dramatic changes in the abdominal wall as the uterus expands, stretching the muscles of the abdomen to accommodate a growing baby. For many people, these muscles, particularly the rectus abdominis, separate along the midline. This condition is medically referred to as diastasis recti and is a common contributor to changes in core support and
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Risks of Tummy Tuck Surgery: What Patients Should Understand by Dr Michael Kernohan

Risks of Tummy Tuck Surgery: What Patients Should Understand

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess abdominal skin and fat, and in many cases, to tighten the abdominal muscles. While it can produce meaningful shape changes, it is important to understand that it involves real surgical risk and a recovery process that requires careful planning and monitoring. Risk discussion is
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How to Choose a Surgeon for Your Tummy Tuck by Dr Michael Kernohan

How to Choose a Surgeon for Your Tummy Tuck

Undergoing a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a significant decision that can change your body contours and address persistent issues after weight loss, pregnancy, or age-related changes. The choice of surgeon plays a central role in both your surgical safety and the quality of your result. Selecting a qualified, experienced surgeon helps ensure careful planning, appropriate
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How To Manage And Treat Scars After Corset Abdominoplasty - Dr Kernohan

How To Manage And Treat Scars After Corset Abdominoplasty

Undergoing a corset abdominoplasty is a significant step, particularly for patients who have experienced major weight loss or significant abdominal laxity. This specialised form of abdominoplasty results in a more extensive incision pattern, designed to address both vertical and horizontal tissue excess. Naturally, this leads to longer and more noticeable scarring in the initial stages.
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Tips And Timeline For Recovery After Corset Abdominoplasty - Dr Kernohan featured Image

Tips And Timeline For Recovery After Corset Abdominoplasty

Corset abdominoplasty is a more extensive form of traditional abdominoplasty, offering both horizontal and vertical tightening of the abdominal wall. It is often recommended for patients following significant weight loss, where muscle laxity and excess skin affect more than one dimension of the torso. While the results can be significant, the recovery after corset abdo
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Post-Op Compression Garments After A Corset Abdominoplasty - Dr Kernohan

Post-Op Compression Garments After A Corset Abdominoplasty

Dr Michael Kernohan, Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon based in South West Sydney, works closely with patients to guide them through each step of their recovery journey. This article is written for individuals preparing for or recovering from a corset abdominoplasty, especially those curious about the role of post-operative compression garments. The focus here is
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Best Garments For Upper Body Lift Surgery -MK

Best Garments For Upper Body Lift Surgery

As a Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in South West Sydney, Dr Michael Kernohan guides patients through all stages of upper body lift surgery, including garment selection. Wearing the right garments can help support healing, reduce swelling, and amplify comfort during recovery. Post-operative compression garments are not just accessories – they are integral components of
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Will Medicare Cover My Split Muscle Surgery After Pregnancy? by Dr Michael Kernohan

Will Medicare Cover My Split Muscle Surgery After Pregnancy?

Pregnancy places significant strain on the abdominal muscles. In many cases, this leads to a condition known as rectus diastasis or abdominal separation – commonly referred to as “split muscles.” This occurs when the left and right abdominal muscles stretch apart along the midline, creating a gap that may persist long after childbirth. While this
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How to Sleep After Tummy Tuck -Abdominoplasty Surgery by Dr Michael Kernohan

How to Sleep After Tummy Tuck/Abdominoplasty Surgery

Sleeping properly after abdominoplasty (commonly known as a tummy tuck) is one of the most important aspects of recovery. It’s not always easy – especially in the first few weeks – but there are ways to make it more manageable and protect your healing body. Dr. Michael Kernohan, a Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon based
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