Category: Tummy Tuck

Blogs – News and Ideas about Tummy Tuck Abdominoplasty Surgery by Dr Carmen Munteanu FRACS (Plas) Female Plastic Surgeon

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When Can I Exercise after Abdominoplasty Surgery

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Resuming Physical Activity Safely After an Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Undergoing abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a significant decision that often comes with the promise of enhanced abdominal contours. However, as with any surgical procedure, the journey doesn’t end once you leave the operating room. The post-operative phase is equally, if not more,
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Body Surgery, Tummy Tuck

Tips to Reduce Scars after Your Tummy Tuck/ Abdominoplasty Procedure

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How to Minimise Scars after Abdominoplasty An abdominoplasty is a complex procedure that leaves behind scars, just like any other surgical intervention. Considering the fact that the scars after tummy tuck-abdominoplasty could be quite large, many patients are interested in techniques to reduce scars after tummy tuck-abdominoplasty. In this blog we will discuss what a
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Body Surgery, Recovery after Surgery, Tummy Tuck
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Medicare for Diastasis Recti Repair Abdominoplasty

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Split Tummy Muscles – Medicare for Diastasis Recti Repair in Australia – MBS Item Number 30175 Medicare Australia is designed to provide affordable and accessible healthcare services to all Australian citizens. It covers a wide range of medical procedures, including primary care, specialist consultations, diagnostic tests, and surgeries. However, understanding the ins and outs of
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Body Surgery, Tummy Tuck
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Will Medicare Cover My Tummy Tuck – Abdominoplasty?

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UPDATED Medicare Item Numbers for Abdominoplasty in Melbourne Medicare provides a wide range of health services—from hospital care to pharmaceutical subsidies. Its primary aim is to offer affordable and accessible medical care to every Australian citizen. In this context, understanding the policies and procedures of Medicare becomes essential. This knowledge helps you to make informed
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Body Surgery, Tummy Tuck

What Is Apronectomy?

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Reshaping the Abdomen through Excess Skin and Fat Removal A loose tummy refers to the excess skin and fat that accumulates around the abdomen. It can be a result of stretched abdominal muscles, weakened connective tissues, or the accumulation of adipose tissue. The presence of a loose tummy can lead to physical discomfort. Apronectomy, or
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Body Surgery, Tummy Tuck
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Recovery after Tummy Tuck – Tips, Timeline and FAQs after Abdominoplasty

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If you are considering a tummy tuck– abdominoplasty for flattening your tummy, it is important to consider the best recovery after abdominoplasty. First things first, recovery will look different for everyone. Your recovery will depend on your age, health, body weight and type of tummy tuck – abdominoplasty. It is vital to give your body
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Body Surgery, Tummy Tuck

Post-Pregnancy Surgery FAQs

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Post-Pregnancy surgery can help remove loose stretched skin and repair tummy muscles after pregnancy. Here are the most common questions Dr Carmen gets asked about Breast and Tummy surgery after childbirth – the Post-Pregnancy FAQs. Download Dr Carmen’s Guide to Post-Pregnancy Surgery   Questions About Post Pregnancy Surgery How do I know if I need
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Body Surgery, Mummy Makeover Surgery, Tummy Tuck
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Extended Tummy Tuck FAQs – Questions about Extended Abdominoplasty

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Dr Carmen answers Questions About Extended Tummy Tuck FAQs – Extended Abdominoplasty FAQs An extended Tummy Tuck – abdominoplasty can help remove excess skin from the front and sides of your abdomen. This may have been caused by significant weight loss or post pregnancy. Dr Carmen Munteanu is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Melbourne and Body
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Body Surgery, FAQs, Tummy Tuck
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Diastasis Recti Surgery: Repairing Separated Abdominal Muscles

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Surgery for Diastasis Recti – Repairing Separated Tummy muscles with Abdominoplasty Many women split their tummy muscles during pregnancy and exercise alone usually fails to return the muscles back to normal. This results in an overhanging belly, bulge or pooch which can be rectified with Full Tummy Tuck- abdominoplasty surgery by Dr Carmen Munteanu –
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Body Surgery, Tummy Tuck