Questions Answered By Dr. Raajshri Gupta (29)
Male | 41
Can i take my surgical bra off for a few hours?
Answered on 16th Sept '23
surgical bra can be removed for few hours while taking showers. But it is advisable to keep it on as much as possible as it helps in providing shape and fullness to the breasts.
I want to go for liposuction for my thighs. Can you please tell me how much it will cost exactly? Also is it come under insurance coverage?
Answered on 31st May '23
Thigh liposuction is not covered under any insurance cover.
The cost of liposuction starts from 60,000/-. Prices go up if you want multiple areas addressed or any additional procedures or specialised techniques like Vaser.
Female | 57
When can i wash my eyes after blepharoplasty?
Answered on 27th May '23
Initial cleaning if stitch line is done by your surgeon under aseptic precautions. If surgical site of blepharoplasty is well healed then you can wash your eyes within 7 days. Cleaning of corners of eye and lashes can be done as advised by your surgeon.
Female | 35
When can you lay flat after tummy tuck?
Answered on 22nd Dec '22
Lying prone is not advised for 2-3 months after tummy tuck
Female | 33
How much should i walk after tummy tuck?
Answered on 27th May '23
It is advisable to walk a little immediately after Tummy Tuck surgery once the anesthesia has worn off. You should everyday. However, coming back to normal physical activity after tummy tuck may take about 3 weeks
Male | 56
How long after tummy tuck can i drive?
Answered on 22nd Dec '22
You can resume all your routine physical activities in 3 weeks time after Tummy Tuck
Male | 43
How long after tummy tuck can i drink alcohol?
Answered on 22nd Dec '22
It is advisable to avoid alcohol and smoking after any major surgery especially after procedures like tummy tuck and facelift. So you will have to refrain for at least 5-7 days if all goes well
Male | 49
How long after tummy tuck can i walk up stairs?
Answered on 22nd Dec '22
It is advisable not to do strenuous physical activity immediately Tummy tuck after surgery. So you can climb up the stairs after a few weeks
Male | 46
How to reduce drainage after tummy tuck?
Answered on 22nd Dec '22
Drainage is minimal with good tummy tuck surgery technique. On your part, you should restrict strenuous physical activity in the initial post operative period.
Male | 34
When can i wear a waist trainer after tummy tuck?
Answered on 31st May '23
After tummy tuck you are provided with a specialised medical grade garment which has to be worn for a few months. You do not need any other material. This garment helps in maintaining shape, decreasing pain, preventing fluid collection under stitch line of tummy tuck.