Category: Post-Bariatric Surgery
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Mommy Makeover Diaries: Pre-surgery paperwork…and CLOTHES!
One of the most exciting parts of the entire mommy makeover process is the giddy anticipation before surgery. About a week before surgery, each patient goes through a “pre-op” appointment with the nurse and the surgeon, to go over all of the details of the procedure. At this time, sizing for breast augmentation is done,…
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What Are the Myths and Misperceptions Patients Have About Post-Bariatric Rejuvenation Surgery?
In the July issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Jeffrey A. Gusenoff et al wrote a study about the myths and misperceptions patients have regarding the issues associated with post-bariatric weight loss surgeries. Just some housekeeping points: post-bariatric surgery means that these are patients who have undergone some form of surgical treatment for managing…