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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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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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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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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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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Dr Michael Kernohan MBBS MSc BDS MRCS FDSRCS FRCS(Plast), FRACS (Plast) Dr Kernohan is a Sydney-based Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon providing plastic surgery procedures for the face, nose, breast and body. He also offers complex reconstructive procedures following trauma, skin cancer surgery, and a range of cancer treatments.
Dr Kernohan is able to care for both public and private patients and has an additional leadership role as Director of Surgical Specialities.
Main Clinic: Gregory Hills Consults at: Bowral, Liverpool and Surry Hills
