Rockmore Plastic Surgery: Jeffrey Rockmore, MD
15 Old Loudon Road
Latham, NY 12110
Phone: (518) 328-3330
Fax: (518) 328-3337
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Let’s be honest: Recovery following tummy tuck surgery is no walk in the park. Besides swelling and discomfort, you’ll need to walk slightly hunched over for the first week and measure fluid captured by surgical drains. Topping it all off, you’ll have an elastic binder around your waist that you need to wear essentially 24/7 …
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The days and weeks leading up to your tummy tuck can feel overwhelming, but with the right steps, you can approach your surgery with confidence. At Rockmore Plastic Surgery, many patients ask how to best prepare for a tummy tuck to ensure a smooth surgery and optimal recovery. To help you feel ready, here are …
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A tummy tuck is a truly transformative procedure. However, one of the first questions many prospective patients at Rockmore Plastic Surgery ask is about cost. While tummy tuck surgery ranges from about $12,000 to $14,000 at our practice, it's important to understand what influences this amount and why the investment is about more than just …
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Pregnancy and childbirth, or gaining and losing a good deal of weight, takes a physical toll on your midsection. One common outcome is the dreaded tummy pooch caused by the separation of abdominal muscles during pregnancy. Excess skin that hangs over the waist is another concern. Depending on your specific condition, a full or mini …
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While tummy tuck recovery varies for each person, it’s a good idea to understand the process and prepare yourself as best as possible. The first step to preparing for your recovery begins long before your actual surgery, at your consultation. Have a list of questions ready to ask at your consultation, and don’t hesitate to …
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Choosing a surgeon to perform your surgery is one of the biggest and most important steps you’ll take in your surgical journey. The great news is that when it comes to choosing a plastic surgeon to perform your abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) in the Albany, NY, area, you have no shortage of options. But with so …
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If you're like my tummy tuck patients in Troy, NY, you may have questions and concerns about surgical drains. It’s important to know you’re not alone in feeling anxious about this aspect of recovery. Drains are designed to help your body heal quickly and safely. Knowing how they work and what to expect is a great …
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Your weight loss is an accomplishment worth celebrating! While weight loss injections like Ozempic have helped many achieve their goals, you might be frustrated by lingering loose skin after your weight loss that hides your new figure. This excess skin, sometimes called "Ozempic butt," can occur anywhere on your body after major weight loss, not …
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There are plenty of options available for people who want to improve the appearance of their midsections. In general, plastic surgery is something you consider only after traditional diet and exercise efforts have fallen short. In this case, liposuction or a tummy tuck at our Albany, NY, plastic surgery center can help you achieve your …
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Tattoos are no longer reserved for bikers and rock stars. They've become popular for everyone, from stay-at-home-moms to urban professions. Because so many of my patients have tattoos, I thought it would be fitting to talk about tummy tuck surgery at my Albany, NY practice and what happens to tattoos during the procedure. Depending on the placement …
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